Ennis House Cube Planter – Frank Lloyd Wright Collection

Bold, architectural, and unmistakably iconic, the Ennis House Planter brings one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s most celebrated textile block designs into a functional and sculptural garden form. Created using four interlocking Ennis House plaques, this planter transforms Wright’s geometric language into a three-dimensional statement piece that is as much architecture as it is garden décor. Inspired by the legendary Ennis House in Los Angeles, this design reflects a pivotal moment in Wright’s career—when he began transitioning from the horizontal emphasis of Prairie style toward the more experimental and expressive forms that would later influence his Usonian work. The repeating block pattern, influenced by ancient Mayan motifs, creates a rhythmic interplay of depth, shadow, and structure that gives this planter its striking visual impact. Measuring 18" x 18" x 16" high and weighing a substantial 160 pounds, this cast stone planter is built to anchor a space with confidence. Its solid, cube-like form makes it ideal for medium-scale plantings, whether used as a standalone focal point or as part of a symmetrical arrangement. When placed in pairs or series, it creates a powerful architectural rhythm that enhances both traditional and contemporary landscapes. Crafted using advanced dry-casting techniques, this piece offers exceptional strength, weather tolerance, and resistance to abrasion. It delivers the look of hand-carved stone at a fraction of the cost while developing a rich, natural patina over time—aging beautifully just as Wright intended his materials to do. Constructed in 1924, the Ennis House stands as one of Wright’s most ambitious textile block homes, composed of more than 27,000 individually cast concrete blocks. These blocks were designed not only for structural integrity but also as decorative elements, creating a unified architectural surface that blurred the line between ornament and construction. The Ennis design represents a key transition in Wright’s career, bridging his early Prairie School ideals with the evolving concepts that would define his later work. Today, reproductions like this planter preserve that legacy, allowing collectors and design enthusiasts to incorporate a piece of architectural history into their own spaces. Shop the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection of Vases →