Whether you’re a hardcore architecture buff or just someone who appreciates a well-designed space, these homes will make you see the world a little differently, just as Wright intended.
Frank Lloyd Wright had a genius for shaping homes that feel like they’re part of the landscape, as though the flora itself was in on the project plans. He designed over a thousand homes in his lifetime, from the sprawling deserts of Arizona to the bustling streets of Chicago, changing forever the concept – or art – of living with nature.
Luckily for us, a lot of these iconic places are open for tours, and some even for overnight stays. Whether you’re an architecture fanatic or just curious about how a waterfall can double as a living room, these ten Wright houses are well worth the trip.
1. Wright’s Home and Studio – Oak Park, Illinois
Open for tours. Location: 951 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302
Let’s start at the beginning: Wright’s Home and Studio. Visiting this living laboratory feels like walking into the very mind of a genius mid-thought. This is precisely where Wright not only lived but concocted the Prairie Style.
Built in 1889, the home is a charming blend of coziness and grandeur, with traditional Victorian elements meeting his signature touch and stained glass windows casting colorful shadows everywhere. His studio, connected to the home, is where Wright sketched out many of his early designs, and visiting truly feels like sneaking into his notebook.
Must-See Features: The octagonal drafting room, the whimsically designed children’s playroom, and the cozy library where you can imagine Wright curled up with architectural blueprints.
2. Frederick C. Robie House – Chicago, Illinois
Open for tours. Location: 5757 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Frederick C. Robie House is an architectural masterpiece that isn’t just Wright’s Prairie Style—it’s the Prairie Style. It’s a statement that screams modernity even today, although it was built back in 1910.
The house looks ready to take flight, with its long horizontal lines and cantilevered roof that juts out dramatically, defying gravity, about to glide off into the Chicago skyline. Every inch of the interior is meticulously designed, from the open-plan living spaces to the geometric art glass windows that blur the lines between indoors and out.
Must-See Features: The floating cantilevered roof, the beautifully intricate art glass windows, and the living room that feel more like a private runway than a place to sit and chat.
3. Emil Bach House – Chicago, Illinois
Available for overnight stays. Location: 7415 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60626
Smaller in size but big on charm, the Emil Bach House is a cozy escape on the shores of Lake Michigan. This house marks Wright’s transition to more urban-friendly designs, while still flaunting those geometric forms and natural materials that make his work so recognizable. The home’s geometric forms, earth-toned materials, and thoughtful design perfectly blend practical and whimsical.
And here’s the kicker: you can stay in this house. And if you’ve ever wanted to live in a Frank Lloyd Wright house, here’s your chance.
Must-See Features: The rooftop deck for your morning coffee with a side of architectural inspiration, the cozy built-in seating, and Wright’s clever use of space makes this small home feel much larger than it is.
4. Taliesin – Spring Green, Wisconsin
Open for tours. Location: 5607 County Rd C, Spring Green, WI 53588
Taliesin is Wright’s love letter to the Wisconsin countryside. This sprawling property was Wright’s personal sanctuary, and it shows. Built in 1911, it was a constantly evolving project, with the architect tweaking and adding to it throughout his life.
The entire estate is therefore a maze of interconnected spaces that seem to flow directly from the rolling hills of the area, with the house itself appearing to grow from the earth like an ancient tree.
Must-See Features: The hilltop views that might make you want to become a full-time artist, Wright’s studio where creativity was king, and the way the house effortlessly melts into its natural surroundings.
5. Taliesin West – Scottsdale, Arizona
Open for tours. Location: 12621 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85259
If Taliesin in Wisconsin is a lush, cozy melody, Taliesin West is its bold, strident counterpart. Built in 1937, Wright’s winter home is set within the stark, rugged beauty of the Arizona desert, serving as a playground for experimentation with materials, light, and space.
Wright saw the desert as a place for renewal, and the home reflects that. The open terraces and striking angles create a space that feels like it is breathing with the land, while the canvas roofs let in a warm, diffused light that makes the whole place feel like it’s perpetually golden hour.
Today, the house still operates as a design school and continues to inspire architects and visitors alike.
Must-See Features: The desert views that feel like something out of a painting, the translucent roofs that let in just the right amount of light, and the outdoor spaces that make you rethink the purpose of walls.
6. Hollyhock House – Los Angeles, California
Open for tours. Location: 4800 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027
In 1921, oil heiress Aline Barnsdall asked Wright to build her a majestic home in Los Angeles, and he certainly didn’t disappoint. Hollyhock House is a temple to both modernism and the hollyhock flower, Barnsdall’s favorite bloom. Wright didn’t just sprinkle a few flowers around the garden; he embedded the motifs into the design itself, creating a home that’s part art gallery, part botanical tribute.
The house is located in East Hollywood, perched on a hill with panoramic views of the city, and is built around a central courtyard – perfect for Southern California’s endless summer.
Must-See Features: The eye-catching hollyhock motifs everywhere you look, the rooftop terraces with unbeatable views of LA, and the central courtyard that feels like a slice of paradise.
7. Fallingwater – Mill Run, Pennsylvania
Open for tours. Location: 1491 Mill Run Rd, Mill Run, PA 15464
Fallingwater. Even the name sounds like poetry.
Built in 1937 for the Kaufmann family, this is arguably Wright’s most famous creation, and for good reason. Fallingwater is perched above a waterfall in the Pennsylvania woods as if it simply floated down from the heavens and decided to stay. The house feels like it grew out of the rocks and trees that surround it, with cantilevered terraces stretching out over the water and stone walls that blend seamlessly with the landscape.
Inside, the lines between indoors and outdoors are almost nonexistent—walls of glass bring the outside in, making the whole house feel like it’s breathing in sync with the forest around it.
Must-See Features: The waterfall that literally runs through the house, the breathtaking cantilevered terraces, and the massive windows that invite the outdoors inside.
8. Cooke House – Virginia Beach, Virginia
Privately owned, but occasionally open for tours. Location: 1104 Forest Ln, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Designed in 1953, the Cooke House is Wright’s take on the modern family home—with a twist. Shaped like a boomerang, the house hugs the shoreline of Crystal Lake in Virginia Beach, giving every room a perfect view of the water.
Inside, it’s all about comfort and flow, with Wright’s signature floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light. And while it may be one of Wright’s lesser-known works, it’s no less magical.
Must-See Features: The unique building shape, the tranquil lakeside views, and the way the house feels seamlessly integrated with the natural landscape.
9. Schwartz House – Two Rivers, Wisconsin
Available for overnight stays. Location: 3425 Adams St, Two Rivers, WI 54241
Wright’s Schwartz House, or “Still Bend,” is part of his Usonian series—a vision of beautiful, affordable homes for the average American family. Built in 1939, the Schwartz House is a study in simplicity, with an L-shaped floor plan, flat roof, and expansive windows that frame the surrounding Wisconsin landscape like a living painting. Wright believed that everyone deserved to live in beauty, and the Schwartz House is his proof that luxury doesn’t have to come with a crazy price tag.
And yes, you can rent this home for a short stay, experiencing what it feels like to live in a piece of architectural history.
Must-See Features: The open living spaces, the natural light streaming in from the large windows, and the opportunity to actually spend the night in a Frank Lloyd Wright home.
10. Seth Peterson Cottage – Lake Delton, Wisconsin
Available for overnight stays. Location: E9982 Fern Dell Rd, Lake Delton, WI 53940
Our final mention is the Seth Peterson Cottage, perched on a cliff overlooking Mirror Lake in Wisconsin. Designed in 1958, it’s one of Wright’s last projects and feels like a culmination of all his ideas and designs. The cottage is small, but it’s mighty, with large windows offering sweeping views of the lake and forest beyond, making the interior feel expansive despite its size. Natural materials like stone and wood blend effortlessly with the surroundings, and the whole place exudes a tranquility that’s quintessential Wright. It’s a retreat, a refuge, and a reminder that sometimes, less really is more.
This little gem of a house is also available for rent, making it the perfect getaway for anyone who wants to experience Wright’s design in an intimate setting.
Must-See Features: The clever use of space, the stunning views of Mirror Lake, and the cozy feel of this perfectly designed retreat.
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