For almost a century, Palm Springs has served as the desert retreat, creative playground, and second home for Hollywood’s brightest. What began as a convenient getaway for early film stars evolved into a full-blown glittering enclave, where privacy, sunshine, and style met mid-century design and…
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Palm Springs’ glamorous connection to Hollywood goes back over a century, beginning in 1915 when the silent film Peer Gynt was partially shot amid the area’s dramatic desert landscape. Soon after, the stark beauty of the Coachella Valley attracted producers of Zane Grey Westerns and exotic…
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For more than 80 years, Palm Springs has been a shimmering oasis for the rich, famous, and fabulous. While the British may boast royalty by blood, Palm Springs claims its own version: Hollywood royalty . And so began a glamorous legacy that has only grown brighter with time. Palm Springs: A…
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Explore the heart of Palm Springs' cultural scene with this comprehensive guide to the Palm Springs Art Museum, featuring its iconic architecture, permanent collections, and modernist landmarks. Museum Overview The Palm Springs Art Museum showcases a dynamic collection of modern and contemporary…
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Discover the people who helped shape the look of Palm Springs architecture. George Alexander, Developer George Alexander began his career as an accountant and later became involved in real estate, ultimately transitioning into a developer in Los Angeles. George began investing in Palm Springs in…
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A Modernist Marvel Finds Its Forever Home at the Palm Springs Art Museum In 1931, the Allied Arts and Industries and the Architectural League of New York unveiled the starkly modern, all-metal 'Aluminaire' home, constructed primarily of aluminum and glass components, which inspired the name. It was…
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