Wilbur Wynant House
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| Wilbur Wynant House | |
| Building Information | |
|---|---|
| Name | Wilbur Wynant House |
| Location | Gary, Indiana |
| Country | United States of America |
| Architect | Frank Lloyd Wright |
| Client | Wilbur Wynant & Etta Wynant |
| Construction Start Date | 1916 |
| Completion Date | 1917 |
| Date Demolished | January 9, 2006[1] |
| Cost | 9,000 USD |
| Style | Prairie School |
The Wilbur Wynant House also known as 600 Fillmore or simply the Wynant House was a home designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The home was part of his American System Series.[2] Although the home was built in 1916, it was not discovered to be by Frank Lloyd Wright until 1995.[2] During the end of the home's lifespan it was in poor condition. The home was purchased by David Muhammad who planned to restore the house. On January 9, 2006 a fire burned most of the house down.[1]
[edit] Floorplan
The Wynant House was a model of the American System Series known as Model D-101[2] and was the only known Frank Lloyd Wright home of its type. The home had 3 bedrooms and a bathroom all located on the second floor. A living room, dining room and a kitchen were found on the first floor. The home also had a garage located on the first floor. [2]
[edit] Fire
On January 9, 2006 the Wynant House burned down.[1] Officials suspect arson as the cause of this unexpected fire.[3]
