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Robie House

Robie House Review

Long and low, the 9,000-square-foot Robie House, completed in 1910, is one of the most remarkable designs in modern American architecture. Massive overhangs shoot out from the low-pitched roof, and windows run along the facade in a glittering stretch. Inside, Wright's "open plan" echoes the great outdoors, as one space flows into another, while sunlight streaming through decorative leaded windows bathes the rooms in patterns. The original dining room had a table with lanterns at each corner, giving the illusion that the table itself was a separate room. Other Wright innovations include a three-car garage (now the gift shop), intercom, and a central vacuum-cleaner system. Robie House is going through a long-term renovation, but remains open to visitors. Check the website for the various tour options—it's a good idea to make reservations in advance.

    Contact Information

  • Address: 5757 S. Woodlawn Ave., Hyde Park, Chicago, IL, 60637 | Map It
  • Phone: 312/994-4000
  • Cost: $10--$55, depending on the tour
  • Hours: Tours: Thurs.--Mon. 11 and 4; museum shop: Thurs.--Mon. 9--4.
  • Website: www.gowright.org/visit/robie-house.html
  • Location: Hyde Park

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