Mid-Century Magic in the Desert – Palm Springs & Modernism Week

04/07/2025 29 min Temporada 3 Episodio 6
Mid-Century Magic in the Desert – Palm Springs & Modernism Week

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Palm Springs isn’t just a destination — it’s a design pilgrimage. In this sun-drenched surprise episode of The Design Duet, we take you along on Caroline’s unforgettable trip to the modernist mecca during Modernism Week — the annual celebration of mid-century architecture, design, and culture in February this year. Surrounded by desert landscapes and mountain backdrops, Caroline wandered through neighbourhoods lined with butterfly rooflines, colourful doors, and iconic A-frame facades. From swanky home tours to poolside cocktails, it was a week filled with design inspiration — and we’re sharing every detail with you. In this episode, we explore: ·       What Modernism Week is — and why it’s a must ·       What makes Palm Springs so iconic — and who calls it home ·       Martyn Lawrence Bullard’s eclectic LA home ·       The cliffside marvel that is the Frey House ·       Our “Rat Pack Tour” — a walk through Hollywood history ·       Inside the breathtaking James Logan Abernathy Residence ·       A visit to the historic Sunnylands Estate ·       Highlights from the Perez Design District ·       The magic of stepping inside Frank Sinatra’s house ·       The vibe check at The Vibe House ·       The bold beauty of The West House 

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