| Author/Contributor(s): | Wiggers, Namita; Adkisson, Kevin; Blomfield, Nina; Rice, Deborah; Wittkopp, Gregory; Towbes, Ann Smith |
| Publisher: | Rizzoli |
| Date: | 2/16/2027 |
| Binding: | Hardcover |
| Condition: | NEW |
Smith House stands as one of the best-preserved Usonian homes open to the public—a clear expression of Wright’s “Usonian” vision for small, affordable homes.
Designed by Wright in 1946 and completed in 1950, the house reflects his belief that well-designed architecture should be accessible to all. Conceived as a compact environment, nestled in the landscape, it demonstrates Wright’s mastery of space through built-ins, rooms that flow from one into the next, and a seamless relationship between indoors and out.
The Smith House retains its original Wright-designed furnishings, along with artworks and studio craft objects by artists associated with nearby Cranbrook Academy of Art. This volume celebrates the integrity of the home, the story of its builders, Sara and Melyvn Smith, and the efforts of Cranbrook Center for Collections and Research to preserve and share it with the public. Beautifully illustrated and deeply researched, it presents a timeless model for thoughtful, human-centered modern living.