Frank W. Thomas House - Oak Park, IL - Frank Lloyd Wright Designed Buildings on Waymarking.com

This house was commissioned by James C. Rogers for his daughter and her husband, Frank Wright Thomas. In some ways, it resembles the Heurtley House: Both homes have leaded glass windows, an arched entryway, and a low, long profile. The Thomas house is widely considered Wright's first Prairie Style home in Oak Park. It is also his first all stucco home in Oak Park. Using stucco instead of wood meant that Wright could design clear, geometric forms.

The main rooms of the Thomas House are raised a full story above a high basement. The L-shaped floor plan of the house gives it an open view to the north and west, while obscuring a brick wall located on the south side. A "false door" is located just above the arched entryway.

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This is a private residence so please be respectful and do your viewing from the street. The home can be found on 210 N. Forest.

Year Completed: 1901 Commissioned By: James C. Rogers for Frank Thomas and wife Nearest City or Town: Oak Park, IL Public/Private: Private Tours Available?: no Website: Not listed

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There are no specific visit requirements, however telling about your visit is strongly encouraged. Additional photos of the building or house to add to the gallery are also nice, but not required. Pictures with a GPS or you in them is highly discouraged.

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