The Dana-Thomas House in Springfield, Illinois is one of Frank Lloyd Wright's first commissions. It contains a lot of unique features, such Wright's only hanging glass window (beautiful but not functional), his only animal art glass motif (a butterfly, probably requested by the patron) and a semi-prominent entrance (again, probably as per his patron's request). It's also one of the only building of his on which the roof does not leak. ;)
The plaster frieze was destroyed by the elements but restored to its original glory when the plaster mold was found in the basement. The plaster is glazed with several colors and looks like aged copper or stamped tile. The signature geometric art glass is inspired by the sumac plant, a decorative emblem that appears elsewhere throughout the house, such as in the mural in the dining room. 
Because of copyright issues, cameras were confiscated at the door of the house, so you'll have to go there to see the interior yourself.
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