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Photos: Inside the Last House Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright
Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at 7 a.m.

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The Norman Lykes House sits on the edge of the Phoenix Mountains Preserve.
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The Norman Lykes House sits on the edge of the Phoenix Mountains Preserve.
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The cantilevered roof of the southward facing home ensures no direct sun hits the walls of windows.
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The great room overlooks the valley below.
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The Midcentury Modern and designer furniture goes to the winning bidder, including the barrel chairs, table, and origami chairs seen here.
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Keeping everything efficient and within arm's reach, this circular kitchen was designed for a busy family of five.
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Wright’s idea of architecture was that form and function were one. A great example of this is the movable center island which is beautifully functional and perfect in the space.
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Once a workshop, this space was converted into a media room in the 1994 renovation.
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A private second story office has 360-degree views.
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The Donghia chaise and Nick Berman bed pictured are included in the sale.
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The new owners will appreciate the sweeping valley views from the master suite with balcony.
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Full of light, the master suite employs extensive use of Philippine mahogany and Italian marble.
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The master bath includes a wall of storage and copper-colored Italian glass tiles surrounding the bath and shower.
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A study with wet bar (not pictured) is tucked alongside the great room.
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Beyond the garden wall lies a pool lined with mother-of-pearl tiles.
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Wright loved to use built-in furniture to maximize space. This curved bench overlooking the valley is a prime example of his vision.
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From this hillside perch, visitors can enjoy stunning views of Phoenix and the surrounding mountains.
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The organic architecture of the home suits the area well. Two hiking trails are accessible a short walk from the property.
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An aerial view of the home from the drive.
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Some say this stunning home resembles a bird from above.
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Photos: Inside the Last House Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright
Take a walk through the last house to be designed by Frank Lloyd Wright before his death in 1959, which is located in the Biltmore neighborhood. The 3,000-square-foot home is going to be auctioned off on October 16. Read Robrt L. Pela's essay on this fantastic piece of real estate here.
Take a walk through the last house to be designed by Frank Lloyd Wright before his death in 1959, which is located in the Biltmore neighborhood. The 3,000-square-foot home is going to be auctioned off on October 16. Read Robrt L. Pela's essay on this fantastic piece of real estate here.
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