Optimism through Modernism – The Architecture of Palm Springs
Albert Frey's Palm Springs City Hall, 1952
The Steel House, by Donald Wexler, circa 1961.
Architect Donald Wexler helped define Palm Springs, California as a center for mid-century modernism. He also set a new tone for prefab construction when he designed sophisticated steel houses for the Alexander Construction Company.
Sinatra's street numbers.
The rear entrance to Frank Sinatra's Palm Springs modernist mansion. Designed by Williams, Williams and Williams.
Donald Wexler, Spa Hotel Bath House, 1958
Originally the Coachella Vallery Bank, 1960. E. Stewart Williams. Now in 2011, Chase.
The Edris House designed by E. Stewart Williams
A classic example of Desert Modernism, the stone-walled Edris house appears to rise organically from the rocky landscape. Built in 1954, this home was designed for Marjorie and William Edris by the prominent Palm Springs architect, E. Stewart Williams.
Local stone and Douglas Fir were used for the walls of the Edris House. The swimming pool was installed before the house was built so that the construction equipment wouldn't damage the landscape.
Almost at the Kaufman House.
Born and educated in Europe, Richard Neutra introduced the International Style to America, and also introduced Los Angeles design to Europe. His firm designed many office buildings, churches, and cultural centers, but Richard Neutra is best known for his residential architecture.
The Kaufman House by Richard Neutra in 1946–47.
