Areaware and The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation Unite for Blockitecture Building Set

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As a seasoned gamer and architecture enthusiast with a soft spot for Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic designs, I find this Blockitecture® Frank Lloyd Wright set by Areaware to be an absolute gem! Coming from someone who has spent countless hours meticulously crafting virtual buildings in my favorite games, the ability to physically construct miniature replicas of Wright’s masterpieces is simply thrilling.

While one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s largest homes The Tirranna House sold for upwards of $6.1 million USD this year, enthusiasts of the trailblazing American architect can have their very own miniature Usonian home for just $60 USD with Areaware’s Blockitecture® Frank Lloyd Wright set.

James Paulius’s wooden building block set is modeled after the architectural style of Usonian homes designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, characterized by their horizontally aligned buildings that harmonize with the natural surroundings. The term “Usonian” was coined by Wright to represent the spirit of his residential designs, influenced by the vast landscapes of America. Today, even the smallest of Wright’s homes fetch millions of dollars at auction. Recently, designer Marc Jacobs showcased the restoration of a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home in Westchester, NY, which he acquired for approximately $9.17 million USD in 2019, as reported by Dwell magazine.

Originating from a collaboration with the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, the hexagonal grid pattern is influenced by Wright’s own design system. This system was used in his mid-century homes, creating an organically flowing layout that he considered more natural and people-oriented compared to standard rectangular designs. In a recent Instagram post, Paulius revealed that many of Wright’s houses were based on a hexagonal grid structure, which he believed to be more organic and human-centered than traditional rectilinear plans. He also posted images of the Wright homes that served as inspiration for this design concept, such as the Hanna House (1937) and the Ronald Reisley House (1951).

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These New Zealand pine constructed blocks enable users to individually arrange pieces to create personalized designs, reflecting the distinctive aesthetic style of Wright. Meanwhile, this toy collection, designed in New York, not only appeals to kids but also functions as an intriguing discussion point for design enthusiasts from various age groups.

The Frank Lloyd Wright Blockitecture is available now at the official Areaware web store.

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2024-12-05 21:55