Search results
The John and Catherine Christian House, commonly known as Samara, is one of the most complete Frank Lloyd Wright homes in the United States. Nestled in one of Indiana’s most historically significant cities, the 2,200 square-foot Samara was designated as a National Historic Landmark in 2015.
- Tours
If you have questions about accommodation and access,...
- Blog
Samara. Inspired by the natural world, John and Catherine...
- Default Page
1301 Woodland Ave West Lafayette, IN 47906....
- Tours
Discover Samara's Backyard accessory dwelling units. Elevated design, expertly crafted. Fast and easy installation. Solar-powered and future-ready.
Samara, also known as the John E. Christian House, is a house designed by Frank Lloyd Wright located in West Lafayette, Indiana. The home is an example of the Usonian homes that Wright designed. Samara was built from 1954 to 1956 and was still occupied by the original owner, John E. Christian, until he died on July 12, 2015.
The John and Catherine Christian House, commonly known as Samara, is one of the most complete Frank Lloyd Wright homes in the United States.
The winged seed influenced Wright’s design of an incredible Usonian home for the Christians, which became known as Samara.
This quintessential Usonian house, commissioned by two Purdue University faculty members, sits on a small hill near the Purdue stadium.
People also ask
What is the story of Samara?
Did Frank Lloyd Wright design Samara?
Where is Samara located?
Is Samara a National Historic Landmark?
Apr 18, 2024 · Samara (pronounced sa MAH ruh), the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home located in West Lafayette, has reopened for public tours showcasing the house considered one of the famous architect’s most fully realized Usonian designs in the United States.