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Wright's Celebrity Fueled Influence
- Frank Lloyd Wright became a cultural celebrity who shaped architecture through persona as much as buildings.
- His fame amplified public interest in architectural ideas beyond elite commissions.
Bleary Interview At Taliesin
- Herbert Jacobs drove 120 miles to Taliesin bleary-eyed while his wife was in labor.
- He interviewed Wright for ten minutes before Wright left, meeting apprentices instead.
Organic Architecture Principles
- Wright’s organic architecture prioritized local materials, big windows, and site orientation to integrate buildings with nature.
- He rejected ornament and pretense, favoring visible materials and honest construction.