Jesse James
When it comes to exceptional mid-century modern design, no one did it like Frank Lloyd Wright. For fans of the American designer and architect, one of his final designs is currently on the market. The Norman Lykes House is located in Phoenix, boasting 3,095 square feet of living space. The three-bedroom, three-bathroom estate sits on over 1.3 acres of land bordering the Phoenix Mountains Preserve. Heritage Auctions are selling the contemporary dwelling in a no-reserve auction.
The auction takes place on October 16th and marks only the second time the home will hit the market. Heritage Auctions Director of Luxury Real Estate Nate Schar spoke about the home. He stated: “A late Frank Lloyd Wright house in such impeccable condition is truly a treasure.” He went on to add, “Bidders will have the opportunity to not only buy this incredibly livable mid-century modern home but also to own the final masterpiece from the most iconic American architect.” the Norman Lykes House features a dose of organic architecture. The home complements the mountainous desert surroundings. According to the listing, the concrete blocks used to make the home were carried by hand to avoid disrupting the site’s natural surroundings. The interior features circle and arc motifs, while also offering unrivaled views of the desert. There is also a half-moon-shaped swimming pool, offering a stylish and lavish way of life in the process.
Take a closer look at this beautiful structure in the images below and head over to Heritage Auctions to find out more. Place your bid and keep it locked here with The Culture Curators for more modern architecture coming very soon.
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