The reason that needs to be done is the house is experiencing large temperature variations in humidity levels, which is not a good thing in a historic home.

This is the most complete, original Frank Lloyd Wright-designed house in the world. It has more original furnishings and windows and fixtures. It's important that we have these (renovation) projects, because that will help keep these original historical materials in the best possible condition.

When you look at a good Ansel Adams photograph, you think you know the temperature, the relative humidity, the month.

If kept out of direct sunlight and other strong sources of light, and kept out of extreme humidity and temperature conditions, the arrangement can last for generations to come.

Apparently, the contractors put it up. We were told they wanted to test the flagpole. As soon as we found it was there, we advised them to take it down.

We view this [application] as a very positive step.