George Furbeck House

The George Furbeck House is a residential property in Oak Park designed by Frank Lloyd Wright featuring two octagonal towers and decorative art glass windows. The interior demonstrates an open floor plan with generous window arrangements that flood the living spaces with daylight.

The house was built in 1897 for electrical contractor George Furbeck and his wife Sue Allin Harrington shortly after their marriage. The residence emerged during a period when local architects were experimenting with transitional design approaches.

The residence represents a transition period between Queen Anne style architecture and the Prairie School movement that emerged in the American Midwest.

The house is best viewed from the street, where its distinctive towers and window designs are clearly visible. Access to the interior depends on the property's current availability for tours and visitor hours.

The house incorporates two distinct architectural approaches through its combination of Victorian-era octagonal towers and horizontal Prairie School elements.

Location: Oak Park

Architects: Frank Lloyd Wright

Architectural style: Queen Anne style architecture

Part of: Frank Lloyd Wright-Prairie School of Architecture Historic District

GPS coordinates: 41.89083,-87.79306

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:05