Construction began in 1934 and continued through 1937, eventually becoming, “…an improbable ziggurat of glass, copper, and specialty shaped cinder blocks,” states Travel + Leisure April 2003. The structure intrigues the eye from the exterior and begs you to enter. Upon opening the front door to this unconventional world, you begin to wonder “how” and “why” and at once, you are filled with possibilities.  The low and sheltered entry opens into a bright and soaring reception area that is bathed in natural light, spring green and crab-apple pink. The Unit Block of the exterior continues into the walls and floor of the interior meandering its way to the Floating Conference Room… situated eighteen inches below the pond.

The famous across-the-pond view of the Studio graphically portrays Alden Dow’s ability to integrate his architecture with the environment. His statement, “…gardens never end and buildings never begin” is best exemplified by this view of the Studio. This masterpiece continues to delight, entertain and surprise, each and every visit.

(For photography credits, see the photographer page.)