Jul 13, 1995
National Register of Historic Places - Tracy House
Statement of Significant: Criterion C: Architecture The Tracy House, 1954-1956 is an excellent example of Frank Lloyd Wright's Usonian solution to the problem of the small, single-family residence. It embodies the distinctive characteristics of the type including definitive horizontal massing; slab on grade foundation with exposed concrete slab floor; flat roof with no attic; flowing interior spaces with combined living and dining areas; kitchen-utility "workspace"; small bedrooms along a gallery; gravity heating; fenestration grouped in continuous horizontal bands; a dominant fireplace; and Wright-designed furniture. The Tracy House also expresses Wright's Usonian ideal that the house should be literally a part of its site as well as open and connected to the outdoors. The Tracy House is built into a dramatic bluff above the Puget Sound. The Tracy House is one of only three Wright-designed houses in the state of Washington and remains in original condition. Criterion Consideration G: Although less than fifty years of age, this property is of exceptional importance as one of only three known Frank Lloyd Wright houses in the State of Washington. Despite its recent history, sufficient scholarly analysis exists to assess Wright's work and its seminal importance in the history of American architecture. Specifically, the Usonian House gives form to 20th century housing ideals and trends and had major influence on the development of contemporary housing. Locally, the Tracy House has been of continuous public interest since its construction. The Tracy's seek designation at this time in order to incorporate protective measures for the house in their estate plan.
National Register of Historic Places - Tracy House
Statement of Significant: Criterion C: Architecture The Tracy House, 1954-1956 is an excellent example of Frank Lloyd Wright's Usonian solution to the problem of the small, single-family residence. It embodies the distinctive characteristics of the type including definitive horizontal massing; slab on grade foundation with exposed concrete slab floor; flat roof with no attic; flowing interior spaces with combined living and dining areas; kitchen-utility "workspace"; small bedrooms along a gallery; gravity heating; fenestration grouped in continuous horizontal bands; a dominant fireplace; and Wright-designed furniture. The Tracy House also expresses Wright's Usonian ideal that the house should be literally a part of its site as well as open and connected to the outdoors. The Tracy House is built into a dramatic bluff above the Puget Sound. The Tracy House is one of only three Wright-designed houses in the state of Washington and remains in original condition. Criterion Consideration G: Although less than fifty years of age, this property is of exceptional importance as one of only three known Frank Lloyd Wright houses in the State of Washington. Despite its recent history, sufficient scholarly analysis exists to assess Wright's work and its seminal importance in the history of American architecture. Specifically, the Usonian House gives form to 20th century housing ideals and trends and had major influence on the development of contemporary housing. Locally, the Tracy House has been of continuous public interest since its construction. The Tracy's seek designation at this time in order to incorporate protective measures for the house in their estate plan.
Jul 13, 1995
Posted Date
Jul 24, 2023
Historical Record Date
Jul 13, 1995
Source Name
National Register of Historic Places
