The 1870s era building was remodeled extensively by famous American architect Frank Lloyd Wright, early in his career, in 1895.

[2] Wright's 1895 remodel was significant and included structural modifications; before any other work began the house was pushed back an additional 16 ft (4.88 m) from the street.

Wright's sweeping, utilitarian porch overhangs, meant to allow access to the carriage during the rain, were cantilevered over the entry drive.

[4] The house is most significant for the preview it gives of Wright's Prairie style, and the home utilizes many elements that would later become an important part of that school.

The house is also recognized by the United States federal government as a contributing property to the Frank Lloyd Wright-Prairie School of Architecture Historic District.