David and Gladys Wright House, Frank Lloyd Wright residential structure in Arcadia, Phoenix, United States
The David and Gladys Wright House is an elevated residential structure built from concrete blocks with views toward Camelback Mountain. The residence sits on stilts and features a central courtyard with a plunge pool and spiral rooms that define its overall design.
Frank Lloyd Wright designed this house in 1952 as a family residence for his son David and daughter-in-law Gladys. The building endured decades of occupation before new owners acquired and extensively restored it in the years after 2020.
The residence reflects Wright's philosophy for desert living through its spiral rooms that encourage natural airflow. The central courtyard was designed as a living space where the family spent daily time, and this layout still shapes how visitors experience the house.
The property sits on a spacious lot and requires deliberate travel to the Arcadia area of Phoenix. Access is limited and visits typically require advance planning and scheduling to arrange a tour.
The house was built on stilts, which originally lifted it above the surrounding citrus orchard and allowed cool air to flow beneath the structure. This elevation remains one of the most striking architectural features when arriving at the property.
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