Taliesin, Private villa and studio in Spring Green, United States
Taliesin is a large complex in Spring Green, Wisconsin, combining a residence, workshop, and additional buildings across roughly 800 acres of countryside. Open spaces, long rows of windows, and regional building materials define the entire property.
The architect erected the first buildings in 1911 on family land where he had spent summers earlier. After two fires, he rebuilt the ensemble in 1914 and 1925 with altered floor plans and additions.
This complex demonstrates organic design by merging with the rolling hills through terraced levels and low rooflines that follow the land. Local yellowish limestone quarried nearby connects the buildings visually to the Wisconsin soil.
Guided visits allow exploration of interior rooms and outdoor areas during warmer months of the year. Paths through gardens and between buildings require sturdy footwear and the ability to walk over uneven terrain.
Part of the buildings served simultaneously as living quarters, work space, and teaching venue for architecture students over several decades. The design evolved with each rebuilding and reflects different creative phases.
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