Ever wondered what it's like to spend the night at Frank Lloyd Wright's desert hideaway? This week, Stacy and Daniel are on location at Taliesin West in Scottsdale, Arizona.
They share stories from their stay in the historic apprentice apartments and offer a behind-the-scenes tour of Wright's iconic desert retreat. From the rugged charm of desert masonry to the surprising quirks and organic flow of the campus, Stacy and Daniel reflect on what life might have been like when Wright and his third wife, Olgivanna, called Taliesin West home.
Be sure to check out the companion blog post for photos from this memorable field trip.
Today's episode is part one of a two-part series recorded on location. Don't miss out—subscribe to True Tales From Old Houses and catch part two next week!
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