Gordon Strong Automobile Objective

The Gordon Strong Automobile Objective is an unfinished building designed by Frank Lloyd Wright with a circular form and extensive glass surfaces. The structure was planned as a multi-story complex that would guide visitors upward through a distinctive spiral ramp system.

Frank Lloyd Wright designed this project in 1924 for his client Gordon Strong on Sugarloaf Mountain in Maryland. The ambitious scheme was never completed but remained an important example of Wright's experimental architecture from that period.

The structure represents the early 20th century's integration of automobile accessibility with architectural design, promoting nature appreciation through modern transportation.

The site can be visited, but there are no developed visitor facilities or guided tours on location. It helps to research the project beforehand since only foundation remains and building plans are visible.

The concept called for cars to drive directly onto the roof, merging the vehicle and building into one unified experience. This idea was revolutionary for its time and was never constructed in this form.

Location: Dickerson

Architects: Frank Lloyd Wright

GPS coordinates: 39.26290,-77.39280

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:08