above: The colorful library in the Brick House features a purple carpet and two Feltri chairs by Italian architect and designer Gaetano Pesce. – Photographs: Michael Biondo
After being closed to the public for 17 years, the Brick House reopened this spring following a major renovation led by The National Trust for Historic Preservation. In contrast to the transparent Glass House, the almost entirely opaque Brick House afforded privacy to Philip Johnson’s famous guests, like artists Andy Warhol and Jasper Johns. The reopening of the Brick House was held in conjunction with the 75th anniversary of The Glass House. Tours are available from April 15 through December 15.
Buy tickets at theglasshouse.org.
Skylights and three porthole windows bring in natural light, while the brick façade provides privacy in the bathroom and bedroom.
