Frank Lloyd Wright is one of the well-known architects of the 20th century. He was also an influential and known person during his lifetime and not only in the United States of America. His architecture influences even the architecture of today. Few of his innovations are e.g. the living room, a carport and an open floor plan (Wikipedia.org 2007). One of the most famous houses on earth, the Kaufmann House, better known as “The Fallingwater”, was designed and built up by this brilliant architect. Frank Lloyd Wright developed a series of individual styles during his over seventy years of architectural career. He designed an astonishing count of buildings from chicken coops to museums, but houses are remaining his huge legacy. This is why I want to concentrate my work to his first individual style of house design: the Prairie Houses. But first of all, I want to give some introducing information about Frank Lloyd Wright.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Home and Studio in Oak Park
- Prairie Houses
- Charnley House
- Winslow House
- Heurtley House
- Robie House
- Comparison
- Conclusion
- References
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This coursework examines Frank Lloyd Wright's Prairie House style, focusing on the development and characteristics of this iconic architectural movement. The work analyzes the influence of Wright's early career and his home and studio in Oak Park on his design philosophy.
- The development of Frank Lloyd Wright's architectural style
- The impact of Wright's early career on his design philosophy
- The key features of the Prairie House style
- The significance of Wright's home and studio in Oak Park
- A comparison of notable Prairie Houses
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The first chapter provides an introduction to Frank Lloyd Wright, highlighting his significant contributions to architecture and his unique approach to design. The second chapter focuses on Wright's home and studio in Oak Park, exploring the evolution of this space and its influence on his architectural thinking.
The third chapter delves into the Prairie Houses, analyzing the characteristics and design principles of this influential architectural movement. It explores several notable examples, including the Charnley House, Winslow House, Heurtley House, and Robie House, providing insights into the unique features of each.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key terms and concepts explored in this coursework include Frank Lloyd Wright, Prairie Houses, architectural style, design philosophy, home and studio, Oak Park, Charnley House, Winslow House, Heurtley House, Robie House, and the comparison of these notable architectural examples.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Frank Lloyd Wright's "Prairie Houses"?
The Prairie House was Wright's first individual architectural style, characterized by horizontal lines, open floor plans, and integration with the landscape.
Which is Wright's most famous house?
While the coursework focuses on Prairie Houses, it mentions the Kaufmann House, also known as "Fallingwater," as one of the most famous houses on earth.
What innovations did Frank Lloyd Wright introduce?
Innovations credited to him include the modern living room, the carport, and the open floor plan concept.
What role did his Oak Park home and studio play?
His studio in Oak Park was the birthplace of his design philosophy and where many of the iconic Prairie Houses were designed.
Which specific houses are compared in the coursework?
The paper analyzes and compares the Charnley House, Winslow House, Heurtley House, and the famous Robie House.
- Quote paper
- Erdem Duymaz (Author), 2008, Frank Llyod Wright - The Prairie Houses, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/94645
