Farnsworth House

The Farnsworth House is a famous modernist home designed by architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in the 1950s. It features a sleek, minimalist design with floor-to-ceiling glass walls, elevated on slender steel supports. The house emphasizes open space and harmony with its natural surroundings, offering panoramic views of the Illinois landscape. Its transparent structure merges indoor and outdoor living, exemplifying Mies's "less is more" philosophy. Originally built as a weekend retreat for Dr. Edith Farnsworth, it is now a celebrated architectural landmark showcasing innovative use of materials and minimalist elegance.