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The house, commissioned by William and Mary Palmer in 1950, was designed by Wright's own hand. It is perhaps the finest of his late houses. The 2,000 square-foot home with its collection of Wright-designed furniture, the Teahouse, and the two-acre beautiful sylvan setting is Ann Arbor's most architecturally significant residence.

The strong organic aspects of the house are manifested in its hillside orientation, exquisite red cypress and brickwork, and the treed views from every room. Complementing the natural elements is the bold triangular geometry of the home: its signature cantilevered overhang, the play of angles (there are no 90 degree corners), and Wright's creation of intimate and open spaces. Building upon the exceptional display of architectural design detail and craftsmanship, the house has been meticulously cared for by both the original and new owners.