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peterm wrote:Question: Is it possible that the stone columns at the Staley House (picture 64 and 65 and others...) were added at a later date to support a sagging cantilever? They just strike me as being un Wrightian, especially being placed so near the edge of the roof.
You've hit it right on the mark. They were added to stop the deflection in the cantilever on that end of the house.
TnGuy,
Your pics turned out great. I'm sorry we did not permit you and others to photograph in the house. I've heard numerous horror stories about objects being knocked over while trying to get the right/best shot. I'm not saying that would have happened with you but Dianne and I wanted to avoid a mishap.
Be assured that whenever you are in the area again (with out a crowd) you have my permission to photograph the interior.
Thank you for the very kind invitation. And if things could work out on both ends, my wife and I plan on taking you up on it sometime this year! Her work occasionally takes her to Columbus, OH and we'd love to stretch things out a bit and be able to take the time to sit down with Dianne and you in your wonderful home.
As far as to how we enjoyed the weekend, it was fantastic! I only wish would could have taken more time to explore and enjoy each home - and with the homeowners themselves. Everyone who helped put together the tour really did a terrific job - and should be proud and happy of what took place.
Thanks again for all of your work in making it a greatly enjoyable gathering! And we look forward to visiting with you again, too.
By limiting the photos to the exterior, the photos illustrate the care that you and Dianne give to this great house and property. From the finely raked gravel court and gravel around the foundation, the appropriate and well maintained landscaping, to the nice collection of Paolo Soleri bells, it's clear that you two care about ALL of the details.
Wright and the Dobkins House have the luck and joy of Dan and Dianne's respect, appreciation, work and skills. I've said it before: they are the perfect second homeowners. If history could work backwards: Imagine what Wright would have wrought for Dianne and Dan if they had been original clients!