Modernism Week returns Oct. 15-18 with tours, design show and new digital guide
Organizers said the four-day festival will include home tours, evening events and a free app-based guide to Palm Springs architecture.
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Palm Springs preservation group steps in to help revive a piece of Palm Desert history
The Palm Springs Preservation Foundation has offered to fund conceptual design work for a recreation of a historic Palm Desert entry sign designed by noted desert architect William F. Cody.
Seven Lakes Golf & Country Club takes step toward becoming Palm Springs’ largest historic district
The city's Historic Site Preservation Board approved the designation for the 120-acre complex, which counts Dwight D. Eisenhower among its notable golfers.
Modernism Week sets schedule for October festival in Palm Springs
Organizers say the four-day event will introduce new evening entertainment options, including curated dinners, social gatherings and a wine tasting, alongside returning tours and talks.
Palm Springs council approves historic status for Temple Isaiah
The council voted unanimously to designate the synagogue and Jewish community center a Class 1 landmark, citing its layered architecture and 75-year role as a cultural gathering space.
Historic site board backs demolition of a portion of Town and Country Center to make way for new Palm Springs fire station
The board greenlit the removal of two vacant buildings on North Indian Canyon Drive for a new Fire Station No. 1., though final plans have not yet been approved.
Palm Springs board recommends Harvey Residence as landmark, strips 1940 Clark home from eligible list
While a lovingly restored Buff & Hensman residence advanced toward Class 1 landmark status, a 1940 home was denied designation because modern updates stripped away its signature stone masonry and original design.
Palm Springs designates Sagewood Condominiums a historic district
The 18-acre complex designed by architect Donald Wexler was completed in 1972 and is considered one of the largest condominium projects of his career.
Palm Springs preservation board recommends historic designation for Temple Isaiah
The 70-year-old synagogue on Alejo Road was founded by concentration camp survivors; its layered architecture spans Modernist, Mid-Century, and Brutalist design phases.
Palm Springs board approves historic designation for Albert Frey-designed church turned theater
Dezart Performs purchased the modernist First Church of Christ Scientist in December 2024 to use as its new playhouse; the City Council must grant final approval.
Modernism Week is here — and there are still plenty of tickets to grab
The 11-day festival celebrating midcentury architecture, design, and culture kicked off today with more than 450 programs, and many are free.
Architect of taste: Nelda Linsk named First Lady of Modernism Week
Her new title is less a coronation than a recognition of how one woman’s life, image and ease came to embody Palm Springs itself.
Palm Springs preservation group steps in to help revive a piece of Palm Desert history
The Palm Springs Preservation Foundation has offered to fund conceptual design work for a recreation of a historic Palm Desert entry sign designed by noted desert architect William F. Cody.
Seven Lakes Golf & Country Club takes step toward becoming Palm Springs’ largest historic district
The city's Historic Site Preservation Board approved the designation for the 120-acre complex, which counts Dwight D. Eisenhower among its notable golfers.
Modernism Week sets schedule for October festival in Palm Springs
Organizers say the four-day event will introduce new evening entertainment options, including curated dinners, social gatherings and a wine tasting, alongside returning tours and talks.
Palm Springs council approves historic status for Temple Isaiah
The council voted unanimously to designate the synagogue and Jewish community center a Class 1 landmark, citing its layered architecture and 75-year role as a cultural gathering space.
Historic site board backs demolition of a portion of Town and Country Center to make way for new Palm Springs fire station
The board greenlit the removal of two vacant buildings on North Indian Canyon Drive for a new Fire Station No. 1., though final plans have not yet been approved.
Palm Springs board recommends Harvey Residence as landmark, strips 1940 Clark home from eligible list
While a lovingly restored Buff & Hensman residence advanced toward Class 1 landmark status, a 1940 home was denied designation because modern updates stripped away its signature stone masonry and original design.
Palm Springs designates Sagewood Condominiums a historic district
The 18-acre complex designed by architect Donald Wexler was completed in 1972 and is considered one of the largest condominium projects of his career.
Palm Springs preservation board recommends historic designation for Temple Isaiah
The 70-year-old synagogue on Alejo Road was founded by concentration camp survivors; its layered architecture spans Modernist, Mid-Century, and Brutalist design phases.
Palm Springs board approves historic designation for Albert Frey-designed church turned theater
Dezart Performs purchased the modernist First Church of Christ Scientist in December 2024 to use as its new playhouse; the City Council must grant final approval.
Modernism Week is here — and there are still plenty of tickets to grab
The 11-day festival celebrating midcentury architecture, design, and culture kicked off today with more than 450 programs, and many are free.
Architect of taste: Nelda Linsk named First Lady of Modernism Week
Her new title is less a coronation than a recognition of how one woman’s life, image and ease came to embody Palm Springs itself.