Ernest M. Wood Office and Studio

Illinois, United States

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The Ernest M. Wood Office and Studio in Quincy, Illinois, is a Prairie School building completed in 1912 by local architect Ernest M. Wood, who drew inspiration from Frank Lloyd Wright's design principles. Built of stucco and wood, the one-story structure with partial basement reflects characteristic Prairie style elements including geometric forms and strong horizontals, exemplified by its distinctive beige stucco walls and stained cypress trim—a first of its kind in Quincy. The 1,400-square-foot building originally housed Wood's architectural office, which notably included a bank vault reflecting his specialty in bank design. Features such as skylights, stained glass windows, and built-in bookcases were restored during the 1980s. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982, the building continues to serve as an office today.