Nearly 60,000 people attended Modernism Week 2015 in the Greater Palm Springs area, according to event officials, or an increase of more than 30 percent over 2014.
Palm Springs Becomes Home to Albert Frey's 1931 Aluminaire House
Modernism Week fund-raising efforts help put architectural gem on spot across from Palm Springs Art Museum
Albert Frey’s 1931 Aluminaire House is coming to Palm Springs, says Palm Springs Mayor Steve Pougnet, who took the opportunity to make that announcement at a special event during Modernism Week last month
Scene and Heard
A smattering of highlights during Modernism Week's 10th anniversary
While the go-go boots and 1960s vintage glad rags have been put away, the memories and afterglow of the 2015 Modernism Week still remain.
A Return To Pleasantville
Color and an element of surprise add panache to a 1960s classic
Homeowners don’t always fall in love with their dream houses at first sight. Even houses with good lines and great views may need time to win our affection.
Defining Desert Living
Modernist architect William Krisel employed walls of glass, varied building materials, and a rotating, modified floor plan to create houses that embodied the Palm Springs lifestyle
Much of what we call the “Palm Springs modern” look is due to the early work that William Krisel did for the Alexander Construction Company starting in 1955.
Robson Chambers House Becomes a Piece of Saved Palm Springs History
Couple rescue home from demolition to preserve architect's work
In Palm Springs preservation circles, the 1949 Robson Chambers house is an inspiration for anyone who can envision a reinvented beauty when faced with a forlorn “tear down” property.
Barry Berkus Left Midcentury Architectural Impact in Palm Springs
Park Imperial South features unique shoji screens
Barry A. Berkus may not be as well known as some of the other architects who designed midcentury homes in Palm Springs, but his impact with Merito Manor and Park Imperial South was still influential.
Sandpiper Condominiums Are Reminder of Modernism's Influence in Palm Desert
Tour shows off historic luxury desert living
For the fourth year in a row, Modernism Week has featured a home tour of Sandpiper, the first condominium project in the Coachella Valley which began construction in 1958 and continued until 1969.
A design discussion with Land Rover Design Director and Chief Creative Officer, Gerry McGovern
Land Rover Design Director and Chief Creative Officer, Gerry McGovern has a discussion about his designs during The Siva house VIP Signature House Tour Reception – Listen to this informative audio.
Modernism Week Hosts Historic Home Discussion Panels at CAMP
Learn from the experts on renovating or updating a historic home
Join Modernism Week for a series of five lively discussion panels at CAMP, drawing on local speakers from the fields of real estate, design, architecture, building and home ownership, addressing issues related to the evaluation, buying, renovating and updating of a historic home.