Farnsworth House In Illinois Is So Hidden Most Locals Don't Even Know About It
By Elizabeth Crozier|Published September 08, 2020
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Elizabeth Crozier
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An Illinois transplant who grew up and went to school in Indiana for 22 years, Elizabeth holds a BFA in creative writing and has enjoyed traveling across the country and parts of Europe. She has visited half of the states, as well as parts of Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean, and regularly travels home to the Hoosier State to see friends and family. With more than five years of writing experience, Elizabeth’s articles have been featured on several websites, and her poetry and short stories have been published in multiple literary journals.
The keepers of this hidden house in Plano, Illinois surely keep all stones far away from the property. The unique design makes it seem as if it is made entirely of glass as you can see straight through it. There isn’t anything else like it in the state. Check it out:
Farnsworth House in northern Illinois was designed to be a piece of art. Construction was completed in 1951 on this one-room glass house.
Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, the house served as a country retreat for Dr. Edith Farnsworth and is made to allow views of the beautiful surrounding farmland.
Today, guests can visit Wednesday through Sunday for tours of this hidden house that is like something out of a movie. Restored several times over the years, the place is pristine and still looks ahead of its time in terms of modernity.
This minimalist house is a perfect model for those who like that style. Whether you're looking for inspiration or just like to tour houses, this is the perfect one to check out.
Get more details about Farnsworth House on its website. If you’ve ever been to this hidden house, we’d love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us below in the comments.