Visit Philip Johnson’s Glass House, Fascia’s Chocolate, and more on this Day Tour!
Itinerary
Day 1 - The Glass House
We begin our tour with a guided tour at Philip Johnson’s Glass House. The Glass House is best understood as a pavilion for viewing the surrounding landscape. Invisible from the road, the house sits on a promontory overlooking a pond with views toward the woods beyond.
Since its completion in 1949, the building and decor have not strayed from their original design. The floor plan of the Glass House reveals a fairly traditional living space. Although there are no walls, Philip Johnson referred to areas within the rectangular, loft-like space as “rooms.” There is a kitchen, dining room, living room, bedroom, hearth area, bathroom, and an entrance area. Despite the very modern style of the house, the layout could easily be a colonial home, something Johnson noted. As detailed in the floor plan, the placement of furniture throughout the house is precise.
After your tour at the Glass House, head to San Marino Restaurant for lunch.
