'House On A Bluff' In Olympia Fields Back On The Market

OLYMPIA FIELDS, IL -- A home with a glass pavilion on Oak Lane Drive overlooking Butterfield Creek is considered one of the most architecturally significant mid-century modern homes, often compared to the Farnwworth House by Mies van der Rohe or the Glass House by Phillip Johnson. It has terrazzo floors, 10'6" ceilings and offers minimalist elegance.

The home, called by one former owner as "an aquarium for people," was last sold just two years ago, according to a report from Crain's Chicago. It was designed by H.P. Davis 'Deever' Rockwell, who worked on a number of modernist projects at the Lincoln Park Zoo.

• Address: 20841 Oak Lane Dr, Olympia Fields, Illinois
• Price: $749,000
• Square Feet: 3600
• Bedrooms: 4
• Bathrooms: 3 Baths
• Built: 1964
• Features: One of the most architecturally significant Mid-Century Modern houses, easily comparable to the Farnsworth House by Mies van der Rohe or the Glass House by Philip Johnson, plus liveable private lower walk-out level facing the ravine. Other glass houses on par are museums. Known as the House on a Bluff, designed by H.P. Davis 'Deever' Rockwell, student of Mies van der Rohe, as his own family residence. A glass pavilion overlooking Butterfield Creek with private lower level living spaces. AIA award 1965. This striking two story glass house on 2.49 acres is unsurpassed in minimalist elegance and modern comforts. Terrazzo floors, 10'6" ceilings, 2 skylights. Workshop, storage etc. Many updates in recent years include the master bath, heat/ac, garage roof, double ovens, cooktop, dishwasher. All curtains for the glass walls are included (not currently installed). Originally 5 bedrooms, now decorated as 3, plus 3 full baths. Very private, secluded wooded setting. Taxes are being contested.

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