Anyone who has followed this blog, and this weekly post, must know that I am a lover of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, especially his homes. This one, designed in 1955 by FLW and built by Don and Virginia Loveness, is simply called The Loveness Studio.
Located in Grant, Minnesota, this historically significant property was originally planned as an 1875-square-foor main house, and three cottages. Of the three cottages—also designed by FLW—just one was completed; a 600-square-foot structure built in 1974 a design that Wright created prior to his death in 1959.
The Studio and the Cottage—with garage--were designed during Wright’s Usonian Architecture period—of simple, small homes—which gave rise to his Prairie School Style of Architecture, and features traditional FLW touches such as clean and uncluttered living spaces, though over the years modern touches had been added, keeping in style with Wright’s vision.
This amazing home originally designed by Frank Lloyd Wright has some incredible design features. Interior living spaces are clean and uncluttered, updated with modern improvements while keeping the spirit of the original design intact. The overall design stays true to Usonian style.
Recently a renovation of the Studio renovation was undertaken, requiring new mechanicals and plumbing; a new radiant heat concrete floor was installed, along with a new roof; the stone chimney, which had deteriorated above the roofline, was also rebuilt. But all existing woodwork, windows and exterior doors were salvaged, refinished and re-installed. The kitchen was updated in the same style and layout, but with new cabinetry, counters and appliances.
It's the best of FLW made better with today’s modern touches and I am, as always, with a Wright home, in love with it.
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