Palm Springs Hollywood Glam Home Tour

As much as I was enjoying Modernism Week, I couldn't help but peek into this well-timed open house. I welcomed this divergent moment from the modern minimalist style that we had been exposed to over these past few days.

Maybe it's my affinity for those Palm Springs Viceroy style yellow doors, or my penchant for yellow in general, or perhaps its the resort style pool replete with a cabana.  This is the type of vacation spot, I could see myself calling a second home.  

I've seen painted doors in yellow with these large silver handles in some of the most impressive Palm Springs hotels: orange at the Jonathan Adler designed Parker Hotel and yellow at the Kelly Wearstler designed Viceroy.

I love the unexpected pop of blue on the sofa and the chrome etageres flanking the Palm Springs inspired patterned screen.

This is a pool I could live at.  The amount of outdoor soirees I could throw here, leaves me dreaming.

I think this kitchen could make anyone cheery with that painted yellow wall, fun ceramic light fixture, and mirror.

Every bedroom has a different accent wall with graphic wallpaper.  To some this could be deemed overkill, but I adore these prints, making each room different yet cohesive.  Guests would get that hotel feel but in the comfort of your vacation home.  There is also continuity in each room with curtains that have the same roman shades, and yellow chairs, not to mention the yellow accents carried throughout.

The Master Bedroom.  I wouldn't mind snatching up those chairs.

More yellow walls in the guest bathroom.

View towards the kitchen.  I'm a fan of the black and white gallery wall, the pendant light, and those bar stools.

Images via Travelmoon

This is Palm Springs inspired Hollywood Glam at its best!

Another home tour and more Palm Springs inspired posts to come...

*Update: Through some internet surfing via Decorpad, I found out that this house was designed by David Jimenez.

Modernism Week: Home Tour

For our first house tour we have the Edris House.  Designed by architect E. Stewart Williams and constructed in 1954 for the Edris's--the architect and owners maintained a life long friendship.


Perched on a hill overlooking Palm Springs, the house camoflauges into the surrounding landscape.

When the house went up for sale, the initial buyers intended to turn it into a Spanish Mediterranean home, but as luck would have it, a Spanish home went up for sale closer to town, and they opted out of purchasing the Edris House.   

The current owner, J.R., had often driven by this house, admiring and dreaming of being able to own it one day, never truly imagining that his dream could come to fruition.  J.R. purchased a nearby home and very soon after was informed that the Edris House went up for sale.  He immediately put in an offer sight unseen, with the only stipulation that he had to see the home before closing.  

J.R. and I

His pride in ownership is evident, as he painstakingly maintained every possible finish installed by the original owners.

The guest bedroom is located in the front portion of the house--the only windows are the glass bordering the upper exterior--leaving only the view of the palm trees and mountains.  

But in the back of the house, floor to ceiling glass windows allow you to take in the panorama of Palm Springs splayed out below and trailing down to the pool.

The kitchen is all original, including the oven, cabinets, and hardware.  And no, J.R. does not dine out every night, he actually uses the appliances, which are in perfect working condition!

The view from the living room, with everyone milling around the house tour.

The master bath is spacious and divides the room: the bedroom on one side and an office space on the other.  Conscious of closet space, there is a whole line of closets wrapping around the bathroom to the bedroom quarters.

The bubble lamps are original.

Images via Travelmoon

J.R. explaining his passion for his home to Max Weinberg of Conan and Bruce Springsteen fame.


Hope you enjoyed the tour...

Modernism Week Intro

I just returned from Modernism Week in Palm Springs and I'm on mid century modern decor overload.

Modernism week is an annual 10 day event that features architecture tours, lectures, films, and parties focusing on the mid century modern design of the 50s and 60s.  Palm Springs is the quintessential location to visit if you want to see architecture and interiors representative of this era, and is rife with stores filled with mid century modern furniture sourced from across the country.  I have many images, house tours, and insider knowledge to share.

We had a fun filled mother-daughter weekend.  Here we are after hearing Trina Turk's lecture at the recently renovated Riviera Resort:

We also had a chance to explore some hotels in the area that had piqued my curiousity for quite awhile, lots of shopping down Palm Canyon, thrift stores, and the nearby outlets, multiple stops at our favorite restaurant Tropicale, and a trip to the Convention Center where vendors convened for Modernism week with their mid century wares.
 
I will be sharing these features over the next few days...

Nautical Stripes

Nautical inspired pieces in classic navy are so versatile, evoking a different sensibility depending on the piece: glamorous, preppy chic, or loose and casual, it's your pick.   I don't care whether it is winter, spring, summer, or fall--I can't get enough of stripes.

1. DVF Leron Dress ($345)

2. Tory Burch Carine Tunic ($395)

3. Alice + Olivia Britton Tee ($253)

4. Topshop Admiral Stripe Bikini ($55)

5. Aqua Cashmere Sweater ($67)

6. J. Crew Merino Stripe Sweater ($78)

7. Forever 21 Southampton Stripes Top ($19)

Monday Escapes

I am still in Palm Springs enjoying a little escape of my own.  But I am having thoughts of palm trees wafting in the breeze by the sea (rather than the desert).  Although Valentine's Day is over, a little bit of romance is at this month's core.

That's why this week I am taking you to a Caribbean location where I can reminisce about romance, as this was where my husband and I took our first vacation together.

A locale with a fusion of different flavors that can hold its own against any other city with world class international cuisine.  A place where I began my life long love affair with not only my husband but plantains.

This capital city has cobblestone streets lined with sun drenched buildings displaying its colonial past.

In the heart of the city, this tree overflowing with branches boasts its old age.

The fort stands against the sea, beckoning you to trail along its winding path.

Images via Travelmoon

It's San Juan, Puerto Rico.


Have a great week!!

Destination: Palm Springs

Tory Burch Grosgrain Fedora Hat; Target Mossimo Stripe Mix + Match Bikini; Gucci Round Frame Acetate Sunglasses; YSL Woven Espadrille


I am heading to Palm Springs for Modernism Week...


Check the blog for regular posts!

The X Desk

I fell in love with this Jonathan Adler desk for the study/office.  What's not to love: the X nickel legs, the lacquer finish, all pulled together with the lucite knobs ($1750): 

For those that can't swallow the $1750 price tag there is this ZGallerie option that has similar lines (unfortunately without any of the nickel finish) ($449):

Or for a steal, you can pick up this table at World Market ($179.99):

You can find more X desk look a-likes high and low: at Cisco Home and Crate & Barrel.