Farnsworth House in Plano, Illinois
Honoring 75 years of a modernist icon (1951-2026), we look back with gratitude and forward with purpose. The Edith Farnsworth House has endured through dedication, stewardship, and the …
Farnsworth House - Wikipedia
The Edith Farnsworth House is a historic house museum along the Fox River near Plano, Illinois, United States. Completed in 1951, it was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in the …
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The house is named in honor of Brigadier General Elon John Farnsworth, who led an ill-fated charge after the failure of Pickett’s charge, claiming the lives of Farnsworth and 65 of his men.
Farnsworth House by Mies van der Rohe: The Iconic Glass House
Aug 20, 2024 · The Farnsworth House, designed by renowned architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe between 1945 and 1951, is an example of minimalist aesthetics in modern architecture.
Edith Farnsworth House - National Trust for Historic Preservation
The Farnsworth House, built by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1951 and located near Plano, Illinois, is one of the most famous examples of modernist domestic architecture and was …
Farnsworth House | Description, History, & Facts | Britannica
Farnsworth House, pioneering steel-and-glass house in Plano, Illinois, U.S., designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and completed in 1951. The structure’s modern classicism epitomizes the …
FARNSWORTH HOUSE - architecture-history.org
Nevertheless, the Farnsworth House stands out as one of Mies's most remarkable buildings for its combined simplicity, conceptual elegance and beauty. Explore 20th century architecture—from …