mid-century modern neighborhoods
The Coachella Valley offers mid-century Modern Homes in desert cities other than just Palm Springs. The recent re-awakening of our love for anything mid-century, has swept the Coachella Valley. One of our most popular tourist events is our Modernism Week. During the week, tours of mid-century Modern homes designed by the likes of Donald Wexler, and William Krisel, are offered to the public. Walking neighborhood tours are also featured, but because the Modernism week is based in Palm Springs, many people don’t realize how many of our Coachella Valley cities offer spectacular examples of this architectural style. If you’d like to check out some of our mid-century modern home areas, give Kim Kelly a call at 760-285-3578, or send me an e-mail at kjkpolo@gmail.com
Rancho Mirage Neighborhoods offer mid-century modern Homes for Sale: Rancho Mirage is one of our Coachella Valley’s most centrally located neighborhoods. Several areas of Rancho Mirage offer the wildly popular mid-century style that is driving so many sales right now. One of the most popular is Thunderbird Heights, located on the hillside of Rancho Mirage, overlooking the Valley. Popular since the rat pack days, housing styles are eclectic, and many homes built in the 50’s and 60’s are available. Fixers and re-modeled. Across the street is the Thunderbird Country Club, and it also offers some lovely examples of this popular architectural style. Just outside the gates of the Country Club are some small communities, with William Cody, and Wexler homes scattered about. The Tamarisk Country Club is well known for it’s varied styles, including mid-century Modern. Rancho Mirage also offers some new build contemporary communities.
Indian Wells CC offers many mid-century modern types..
Indian Wells possibilities: Smack in the center of our Valley cities, rests our priciest on a per square footage basis, of cities..Indian Wells. The very popular Indian Wells Country Club, is the site of many mid-century modern Condos and homes that were built in the 50’s, and 60’s and there are plenty of remodeled properties to see. There are even some custom homes with contemporary updates and finishes, both on fairway and off. A fantastic location, great views, low to NO HOA dues, and great resident perks sets this city apart.
La Quinta Mid-Century Modern Options: La Quinta offers several mid-century modern areas to explore. The La Quinta Country Club has some wonderful homes, both on and off the fairways. Still a few fixers available, and some remodeled homes as well. The club began in 1959, so there are plenty of this type of architectural properties to look at! The out lying La Quinta Cove has some mid-century homes, and there are some hidden amongst the La Quinta CC outlying areas. If you’d like to explore the options, give Kim Kelly a call at 760-285-3578!
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Casa de Liberace
Palm Springs’ first and oldest neighborhood, Old Las Palmas, is a community that stands out among the rest. Whether you’re looking for your first home or investing in international real estate, Old Las Palmas has broad appeal for anyone who wants to live the Palm Springs lifestyle.
Located west of Palm Canyon Drive in central Palm Springs, Old Las Palmas dates back to the the mid-1920s, when it was first developed father-and-son builders from New York, Alvah and Harold Hicks. The development was designed to make the most of the bucolic and winding streets, beautiful landscape and the gorgeous views of the picturesque Dry Falls Canyon and the San Jacinto and Santa Rosa Mountains.
The 300 plus homes in the development boast unique and spectacular architecture that has attracted notable residents throughout the years, fostering a rich history that is hard to match and ideal for those investing in international real estate. Homes range in design from Spanish-style ranches and Mediterranean villas to Mid-Century Modern and large estates. The secluded location provides peace and quiet, serving as a respite for its diverse residents.
The exclusive community has been home to many movie stars, musicians, Hollywood moguls, designers, artists, entrepreneurs and CEOs who retreat to Old Las Palmas to get away from their busy lives. It has always attracted a large number of glamorous celebrities, especially during the 1950s. The impressive list of other celebrities who lived in Old Las Palmas includes Gene Autry, Donna Reed, George Randolph Hearst, Kirk Douglas, Alan Ladd, Sidney Sheldon, George Hamilton, Joseph Barbera, Harold Mirisch, William Powell, Rona Barrett, Rudy Vallee, Leo Spitz, Harold Robbins, Jack Warner, Sidney Korshak, Kitty Carlisle and Lily Tomlin, among many others. For example, the world-famous Liberace bought Alvah Hicks’ renowned home and transformed it into the opulent Casa de Liberace, where he lived until his death in 1987. image: irishfireside.com
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As usual, there is so much going on in the valley this week! Choose from another well-rounded slate of choices, perfect for unwinding from a long day at work, after finishing 18 holes or to top off a day of looking at Palm Springs homes for sale.
This evening at the McCallum Theatre, the Desert Symphony presents, “Oh What a Night!” Written by written by Motown producer George Solomon, this mesmerizing tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons is perfect for the entire family. This concert style revue features hit favorites including “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Sherry,” “My Eyes Adored You,” and many more amazing songs. The show takes place from 8-10 pm. The McCallum Theatre is located at 73-000 Fred Waring Drive in Palm Desert, CA.
A signature event that is an absolute favorite of those who own properties in La Quinta, Rancho Mirage and Palm Desert is Modernism Week, which runs from February 14 – 24. A 10-day celebration of mid-century modern design, architecture and culture, this amazing event is the only one like it throughout the entire country. Choose from a wide array of events from chic parties in mid-century modern homes and architecture tours to films, lectures, educational events and an architecture symposium. Who knows—you may find some gorgeous Palm Springs homes for sale while you take in the elegant informality that defines desert modernism.
Another fun twist on this week’s calendar is a concert by R&B singer-songwriter Keith Sweat at the Spotlight 29 Casino on February 14 at 8 pm. With hits including “Get Up On It,” “Twisted,” and “I Want Her,” Sweat topped the Billboard charts for decades. The venue is located at 46-200 Harrison Place in Coachella, CA.
As you can see, when you live in Palm Springs and own properties in La Quinta, Rancho Mirage and Palm Desert, you can absorb a diverse slate of culture in any given week.
image: modernismweek.com
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