Carroll Alsop House

The Carroll Alsop House is a single-family residence in Oskaloosa designed by Frank Lloyd Wright that combines brick with cypress wood in its construction. The structure features a concrete floor and a T-shaped layout with an attached carport.

The house was built in 1951 and belongs to a series of six Usonian houses that Wright designed throughout Iowa. The design was part of his movement to create affordable, user-friendly homes for ordinary families.

The house demonstrates Wright's approach to connecting residences with their surroundings by creating spaces that sit naturally on the land. The open floor plan and material choices reflect his belief that architecture should strengthen the relationship between people and nature.

The house is a private residence under historic protection, so visitors can only view the exterior. It sits in a quiet residential neighborhood that is walkable and gives a good sense of how Wright's design fits into everyday community spaces.

The house was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988 and is one of only two Wright-designed homes in Oskaloosa. This recognition honored its architectural significance and influence on the town's building history.

Location: Iowa

Architects: Frank Lloyd Wright

GPS coordinates: 41.29622,-92.62362

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:05