Romeo and Juliet Windmill, Historical windmill in Wyoming, United States
Description
The Romeo and Juliet Windmill is a windmill in Wyoming featuring an octagonal base intersecting with a diamond-shaped upper portion, creating a distinctive architectural composition. This wooden structure stands on the Taliesin estate and demonstrates the geometric creativity of its design.
History
Frank Lloyd Wright designed this wooden windmill in 1896 for his aunts Jane and Ellen Lloyd Jones to supply water to their Hillside Home School. From its inception, the structure exemplified Wright's innovative approach to functional buildings.
Culture
The windmill owes its name to the relationship between its two geometric forms, with Romeo representing the diamond shape and Juliet the octagonal base. This poetic naming reflects the creative way the structure was conceived.
Practical
The structure stands on the Taliesin estate, which you can explore during your visit. The best time to see it is in good weather when the geometric details and surrounding landscape are fully visible.
Did you know?
The structure underwent renovation in 1938 when its original shingle cladding was replaced with cypress board and batten materials. This material change helped the structure better resist the elements and maintain its integrity across the decades.
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