Mary M.W. Adams House
About the Business
The Mary M.W. Adams House, located at 1923 Lake Avenue in Highland Park, Illinois, is a historic Prairie School home designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright in 1905. This two-story home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a light stucco exterior, and wooden trim that emphasizes the horizontal lines characteristic of Wright's style.
Recognized by the National Park Service and the Highland Park Historic Preservation Commission, the Adams House is a local landmark with a rich history. Widowed teacher Mary W. Adams commissioned Wright to design her home, making her his oldest client at 70 years old. The house showcases innovative design elements, such as diagonal corner 'buttresses' and a unique call system for assistance.
Following a period of uncertainty, the house was purchased by new owners in 2010 who embarked on an extensive 18-month restoration using Wright's original plans. Today, the Mary M.W. Adams House stands as a testament to Wright's visionary architecture and the preservation efforts of its dedicated owners.
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1923 Lake Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035, United States
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"The 1905 Mary W. Adams House, is a Frank Lloyd Wright designed Prairie School home that was constructed in Highland Park, Illinois. Widowed Mary W. Adams, who was a teacher in the Christian Science movement, hired architect Frank Lloyd Wright to design her a house in 1905. Adams was 70 years old, making her Wright's oldest client. Disciples of the Christian Science movement wanted to be seen as innovative, therefore Mrs. Adams chose an innovative architect, 38-year-old Wright. Cool house"
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