Weekly Note
Happy September! As the dog days of summer wind down, we're ready to serve-up another week of Wright-related headlines in this issue of the Wright Society Newsletter. From Wright rentals you can enjoy; to a Wright for sale price chop; to an unforgettable evening you can enjoy at Taliesin; to exciting graphic design news...this issue has a little bit of everything!
As always, drop us a line, let us know what you think, and Keep Calm and Wright On!
Eric, Bryan & Lisa | Wright Society Publishers
The Headlines
Wright For Rent
You may not be in a position to purchase and live in a Wright home, but you could always enjoy staying a night or two in one instead. Curbed.com recently spotlighted 11 Frank Lloyd Wright-designed homes available for such short-term stays. Check out the list here. Read more.
Click for more details: curbed.com
Add Kinney House To That Rental List
Speaking of Wright Rentals, word reaches us that the 1953 Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Margaret and Patrick Kinney House in Lancaster, WI is now available for rent, too! Check out this sweet diamond module Usonian and plan your stay by following the link. Read more.
Click for more details: plansmatter.com
Hyde House Price Chop
The asking price for one of Frank Lloyd Wright's American System-Built Houses in the Beverly neighborhood of Chicago has come down almost $200k from its initial market listing. Hopefully a buyer will be enticed by the new price and purchase this beautiful home. Check out the listing with more photos by following the link. Read more.
Click for more details: redfin.com
Fall Cocktail Reception At Taliesin
If you want an night you'll never forget, then plan to attend the special Fall Cocktail Reception at Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin on Saturday September 24, 2016. Gather on Wright’s terrace or birdwalk, and enjoy music, seasonal cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, the gardens, and star-filled evening sky. Sit in the magnificent living room and restored loggia to round out a lovely time. Get tickets and more info by following the link. Read more.
Click for more details: taliesinpreservation.org
Inspiring Generations: The Taliesin Design Legacy
I (Eric) was honored to be asked to participate and have several of my illustrations featured in the Summer 2016 issue of The Frank Lloyd Wright Quarterly! Titled “Inspiring Generations: The Taliesin Design Legacy,” the issue highlights Wright’s passion for graphic design, geometry, and abstraction as a significant part of his design legacy. The Frank Lloyd Wright Quarterly is complementary to Foundation members, so follow the link, join, and don't miss this exciting issue. Read more.
Click for more details: franklloydwright.org
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