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Frank Lloyd Wright

Frank Lloyd Wright

Taschen

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Drawing on TASCHEN’s acclaimed monograph and unrestricted access to the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation archives, this compact volume brings together the most important works of America’s most influential architect.

Spanning Wright’s entire career, the book explores his groundbreaking approach to architecture—defined by harmony with the natural environment and innovative use of steel and glass to blur the boundary between indoors and out. From early Prairie houses and Usonian homes to iconic landmarks such as Fallingwater and the Guggenheim Museum, as well as his ambitious urban visions in “The Living City,” this richly illustrated overview captures the ideas and designs that helped shape modern architecture.

  • 45th anniversary edition

Product Details

  • Product Type: Monograph, Hardcover
  • 512 pages
  • Published in 2024
  • Shipping Dimensions: 9.0 × 6.5 × 1.4 inches  (22.9 × 16.5 × 3.6 cm)
  • Shipping Weight: 2.5 lb (40.0 oz; 1134 g)
  • SKU: SKU: SKU010015449
  • ISBN: 9783836599672

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Frank Lloyd Wright in 1954

About the Artist

Frank Lloyd Wright

Frank Lloyd Wright (1867-1959) remains an iconic figure in American architecture and design. Born in Richland Center, Wisconsin, Wright's career spanned over seven decades and left an indelible mark on the world of architecture. He was known for his visionary approach, pioneering organic architecture that seamlessly integrated buildings with their natural surroundings. Wright's most famous works include Fallingwater, a masterpiece of modern architecture built over a waterfall in Pennsylvania, and the Guggenheim Museum in New York City, which features a distinctive spiral design. His unique style, characterized by clean lines, open spaces, and innovative use of materials, has influenced countless architects and continues to inspire generations of designers worldwide. Wright's legacy as an architectural genius and his commitment to a harmonious relationship between nature and structures have solidified his place as one of America's most revered architects.

Frank Lloyd Wright in the Chrysler Museum
Bruce Brooks Pfeiffer

About the Author

Bruce Brooks Pfeiffer

Bruce Brooks Pfeiffer (1930–2017) was Frank Lloyd Wright’s apprentice at the Taliesin Fellowship until he attended the École Nationale des Beaux-Arts in Paris. In 1958, he returned to continue his apprenticeship with Wright until his death in 1959. Pfeiffer established the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation Archives, where he catalogued the collections of Wright’s drawings, manuscripts, letters, and other documents. He was also the author of numerous publications on Wright’s life and work.

About the Editor

Peter Gössel

Peter Gössel runs an agency for museum and exhibition design. He has published TASCHEN monographs on Julius Shulman, R. M. Schindler, John Lautner, and Richard Neutra, as well as several titles in the Basic Architecture series.

Taschen

About the Publisher

Taschen

For more than 40 years, Taschen has published high-quality art books. Whether in lavishly produced editions for collectors with nearly limitless budgets, or more compact editions with much more gentle price tags, Taschen never compromises on quality. Watch this video to learn more about how Taschen books are made.