Built in 1915, this Prairie-style house was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for Emil Bach, founder of the Bach Brick Company. The house remained under the ownership of the Bach family until 1931, when it was sold to Joseph Peacock. The house went through a series of subsequent owners during the 20th Century, remaining a private residence. In 2010, the house was acquired by Jennifer Pritzker, whom rehabilitated the house and restored its original features, and opened the house to the public for tours, special events, and overnight stays in 2014. The house, situated on a double lot, is one of the‹›
Emil Bach House

Frank Lloyd Wright

Exterior · Chicago, United States · 1915

Photo: Warren LeMay · 2023-11-18 · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons · Original 5188×3891

Built in 1915, this Prairie-style house was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for Emil Bach, founder of the Bach Brick Company. The house remained under the ownership of the Bach family until 1931, when it was sold to Joseph Peacock. The house went through a series of subsequent owners during the 20th Century, remaining a private residence. In 2010, the house was acquired by Jennifer Pritzker, whom rehabilitated the house and restored its original features, and opened the house to the public for tours, special events, and overnight stays in 2014. The house, situated on a double lot, is one of the

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