Cedric G. and Patricia Neils Boulter House, Frank Lloyd Wright residential design in Clifton, Cincinnati, United States.
The Cedric G. and Patricia Neils Boulter House is a residential home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in the Clifton neighborhood of Cincinnati. The structure uses prefabricated concrete blocks and Douglas fir wood arranged in modular four-foot sections, with split-level design featuring a master bedroom and study on the upper floor that overlook the main living space.
The home was commissioned in 1953 and completed in 1956 for two University of Cincinnati professors specializing in classical studies. It was built following Wright's Usonian architectural principles, which emphasized affordable and accessible home design.
The home reflects Prairie School design principles, with horizontal lines and flat roofs that connect the interior spaces to nature outside. This architectural approach shows how residential homes were imagined to blend with their surroundings during the mid-20th century.
The home is easily accessible in a residential neighborhood and displays practical room arrangements across its split levels. It helps to notice the different materials and modular construction methods when viewing the building.
A fire in 2019 caused significant damage to the building and prompted restoration efforts by subsequent owners. These efforts demonstrate how important it is to preserve the architectural legacy of the design.
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