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Architecture
The Bachman Wilson house is an example of Wright's invention of Usonia n architecture. Wright built many of his houses around the notion of comfortable, low-cost living that fits the needs of its residents. Wright was determined to use his new style to reinvent the previously box-like forms of early-to-mid twentieth century architecture, and create buildings that were right for modern times, as well as engaging and exciting for people to experience in a visual sense. Wright's ideas for low-cost living originated in the early twentieth century, and many designs were drawn out during that time. These designs would eventually turn into one of the largest collections of designs by Wright in the early twentieth century.

Gloria and Abraham Wilson were the original owners of the home, and it was later bought and restored in 1988. The house is a beautiful example of Wright's ongoing pursuit of the "destruction of the box," and gives visitors a wonderful experience with its continuous open and flowing spaces and transparency. Wright's invention of the transparent corner allows the space to have an even greater sense of openness and calm. While it does have many features that give a sense of open space, it also has many other interesting architectural features.

The front façade of concrete blocks has an almost fortress-like appearance to ensure privacy from the street. The house is built with Way-Lite concrete blocks and Philippine mahogany trim. It has a second story, rare in a Usonian house, with cantilevered balconies. The living room has a built-in banquette facing a wooded scene through a wall of 10 foot high glass panes, symbolizing a transcendental pew set before the altar of nature.

The public space is a dramatic focal point, with walls of glass and an open floor plan. Cut-out wooden panels of abstracted forms over 24 clerestory windows provide an unobtrusive yet restrained decorative touch to this lavish space. These recall Native American geometric motifs as well as stylized forms that may be based in nature. Construction was completed in 1956.