FLWSA Campuses

The Taliesin Campus, located in Scottsdale, Arizona, is one of the primary locations of the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture. This campus offers a unique educational experience deeply rooted in the principles of organic architecture as envisioned by Frank Lloyd Wright. Students here engage in a hands-on, immersive learning environment that integrates design, construction, and environmental stewardship.

• Master of Architecture (M.Arch): The flagship program at Taliesin, focusing on sustainable design, architectural theory, and practical application through studio work and real-world projects.
• Design-Build Projects: Students participate in constructing physical structures, learning the intricacies of building processes while applying Wright’s principles of harmony with nature.
• Environmental Design: Courses emphasize ecological awareness, teaching students to create architecture that responds to and respects the natural landscape of the desert environment.
• Architectural History and Theory: A deep dive into the philosophies of Frank Lloyd Wright and other influential architects, providing a strong theoretical foundation for innovative design.

The curriculum at Taliesin is designed to foster creativity and critical thinking, encouraging students to live and work in a community setting that mirrors Wright’s vision of collaborative learning. The campus itself, a National Historic Landmark, serves as a living laboratory where students can study and inhabit spaces designed by Wright. This unique setting provides inspiration and a direct connection to the legacy of organic architecture. Programs are structured to balance theoretical learning with practical application, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to address contemporary architectural challenges with innovative, sustainable solutions.

Taliesin West, also located in Scottsdale, Arizona, serves as the winter home and a key campus for the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture. This campus embodies Wright’s philosophy of integrating architecture with the natural environment, offering students a desert setting that inspires innovative design solutions. The educational focus here mirrors that of the broader institution, emphasizing experiential learning and sustainable practices.

• Master of Architecture (M.Arch): A comprehensive program that combines studio-based learning with hands-on construction, focusing on organic architecture and sustainable design principles.
• Experimental Architecture: Courses that encourage students to push boundaries, exploring new materials and methods inspired by the unique desert landscape of Taliesin West.
• Community Design: Programs that involve students in designing for local communities, addressing real-world challenges while adhering to Wright’s vision of harmonious living spaces.
• Preservation and Restoration: Specialized training in maintaining and restoring historic structures, with direct application to the campus’s own Wright-designed buildings.

At Taliesin West, students live and work in a setting that is itself a masterpiece of architecture, fostering a deep connection to Wright’s legacy. The campus offers a dynamic learning environment where students collaborate on projects that blend creativity with practicality. The curriculum is designed to challenge conventional thinking, encouraging students to develop designs that are both innovative and environmentally responsive. Through a combination of lectures, workshops, and fieldwork, students gain a holistic understanding of architecture as a discipline that shapes human experience while respecting the natural world.