The Robie House is one of the foremost examples of the American architectural style that is the prairie style. It was built in 1910 and it still stands majestic amidst other architectural wonders. The combination of roman bricks and the artistic glass windows on the exterior show the best in class designer that Frederick was. The authentic nature of the innovative design is reflected in each and every step that you keep inside the Robie house. The interior is designed as two rectangular boxes sliding against each other. A normal person can at once feel something is different yet attractive inside the house as he enters in.

The billiards and Children's room in the 'big vessel' (as Frederick has designated the larger of the two rectangles that make up the Robie house, offer a great sight to the eyes. There are guided tours organized for the visitors. The tour not only shows you every part of the house, but also explains how the structure is unique and complex, thereby portraying the ingenious design of Frederick's. There has been centennial Celebrations and restorations in the Robie house and now it has a better polished look and much more interesting activities surrounding it.

If you ever visit Chicago, and get amazed at the different cultures that are present in the city. You ought to go to the Robie house and see for yourself the purely American style of architecture. You also have many other architecturally splendid buildings in and around the Robie house.