– Lindal Cedar Homes is selling “kits” inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright’s designs
– The kits are based on Wright’s Usonian homes, which were affordable and integrated with nature
– The homes come in a range of sizes and embrace Wright’s design principles, with at least 10 kits sold so far
Frank Lloyd Wright, a pioneer in America’s home design industry, has inspired Lindal Cedar Homes to create house kits based on his iconic designs. This partnership with the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation has led to the creation of the Lindal Imagine Series, which aims to provide affordable and aesthetically pleasing homes for the middle class. The designs are inspired by Wright’s 60 Usonian homes, known for their affordability, use of natural materials, and integration with nature. These homes were created with the average American in mind, particularly during the Great Depression.
The Wright-inspired house kits offered by Lindal Cedar Homes range in size from small homes under 900 square feet to larger 3,000-square-foot homes. They incorporate six of Wright’s design principles, such as open-floor plans and a connection with nature. One example is The Madison, a 1,603 square foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom house inspired by Wright’s Jacobs 1 Usonian home. Despite initially costing nearly $300,000 in 2019, prices have risen by at least 40% by 2024.
In the modern housing market, the Lindal Cedar Homes Wright-inspired house kits have gained popularity, with 10 kits sold and four already completed. The demand for these unique and charming homes has driven prices up, with one Usonian home in Wisconsin selling for $1.025 million, $300,000 above the initial asking price. The Lindal Cedar Homes company continues to bring Wright’s timeless design sensibilities to contemporary homeowners seeking affordable yet sophisticated living spaces.