PALM SPRINGS
palm springs, california
This Palm Springs home is one of those projects that immediately tells you what it wants to be—a desert retreat surrounded by palms and mountain views for relaxing, but also for partying. The brief was clear: lean into earthy, organic textures, bring in a little mid-century flair, and allow just a splash of Palm Springs camp to keep it playful.
The architecture already offered strong horizontal lines, exposed beams, and generous indoor–outdoor moments, so the design focused on amplifying that connection rather than competing with it.
The living room is where mid-century meets drama. A pair of locally sourced vintage sofas, recovered in a deep, rich navy velvet, anchor the space. Creating contrast against creamy plaster walls, warm wood ceilings, and antiqued mirrored panels that amplify the light that fills the space with the cinematic energy of old Hollywood. The fireplace wall was intentionally treated as a focal point, dark, bold, and grounding. Allowing the art, vintage limestone furniture, and postmodern plaster furniture to stand confidently. The room feels tailored but relaxed, elegant but not precious. It’s a space equally suited for quiet desert mornings and late-night cocktail hours.
In the breakfast area and kitchen, we kept the palette restrained with subtle vintage chairs, a vintage glass table, and a vintage chandelier.
In the primary bedroom, warm wood tones and soft, textural neutrals ground the space, creating an overall sense of desert serenity. A pair of vintage Vladimir Kagan tripod lounge chairs (and bench) is upholstered in Krevet fabric, providing a pop of color and chinoiserie flair popularized during the 1950s-60s revival. Perfectly fitting for Palm Springs.
This Palm Springs home is one of those projects that immediately tells you what it wants to be—a desert retreat surrounded by palms and mountain views for relaxing, but also for partying. The brief was clear: lean into earthy, organic textures, bring in a little mid-century flair, and allow just a splash of Palm Springs camp to keep it playful.
The architecture already offered strong horizontal lines, exposed beams, and generous indoor–outdoor moments, so the design focused on amplifying that connection rather than competing with it.
The living room is where mid-century meets drama. A pair of locally sourced vintage sofas, recovered in a deep, rich navy velvet, anchor the space. Creating contrast against creamy plaster walls, warm wood ceilings, and antiqued mirrored panels that amplify the light that fills the space with the cinematic energy of old Hollywood. The fireplace wall was intentionally treated as a focal point, dark, bold, and grounding. Allowing the art, vintage limestone furniture, and postmodern plaster furniture to stand confidently. The room feels tailored but relaxed, elegant but not precious. It’s a space equally suited for quiet desert mornings and late-night cocktail hours.
In the breakfast area and kitchen, we kept the palette restrained with subtle vintage chairs, a vintage glass table, and a vintage chandelier.
In the primary bedroom, warm wood tones and soft, textural neutrals ground the space, creating an overall sense of desert serenity. A pair of vintage Vladimir Kagan tripod lounge chairs (and bench) is upholstered in Krevet fabric, providing a pop of color and chinoiserie flair popularized during the 1950s-60s revival. Perfectly fitting for Palm Springs.
The primary bathroom became its own oasis, with a soaking tub nestling within the lush courtyard garden. Palm Springs is as much about landscape as it is about interiors. A reclaimed, carved-wood vanity was reconstructed to fit the space perfectly. Bringing old-world craftsmanship into conversation with gorgeous Moroccan elements. The brass fixtures catch the desert light beautifully, while layered stone and plaster finishes keep everything grounded in nature. It’s spa-like, but not sterile. Luxurious, but still organic.
The dining room, however, is where we allowed the Palm Springs camp to exhale fully. A dramatic chandelier cascades over a showstopping Tony Duquette dining table. A vintage sideboard and mirror in natural goatskin parchment add another layer of texture, along with the faux-fur dining chairs. A colorful geometric rug keeps the mood playful rather than formal. It’s confident and a little cheeky, exactly what Palm Springs calls for.
The second bedroom and bath embrace cool tones and repetition. A silver-foil palm-print wallpaper brings cohesion to the rooms while wrapping them in movement and references the landscape without becoming literal. We wanted this room to feel slightly more playful than the primary, perfect for guests who want to feel transported the moment they walk in.
A covered patio just off the living room and pool continues the conversation between indoors and out. Surrounded by palms and the San Jacinto Mountains, the intention was to create a lounge that feels just as considered as the interior, but relaxed enough to spend the warm desert afternoons and nights in a wet swimsuit or flowing caftan.
What I love most about this project is the balance. It feels grounded in mid-century sensibility, clean lines, warm woods, and low silhouettes while still embracing that unmistakable desert personality. The clients were incredibly open to layering unexpected elements: mixing rustic wood with high-shine brass, pairing earthy stone with a splash of glamour, and allowing sculptural pieces to double as conversation starters. That trust allowed the home to feel collected rather than staged.
Palm Springs at its best: sun-washed, organic, and just dramatic enough to keep things interesting.
The primary bathroom became its own oasis, with a soaking tub nestling within the lush courtyard garden. Palm Springs is as much about landscape as it is about interiors. A reclaimed, carved-wood vanity was reconstructed to fit the space perfectly. Bringing old-world craftsmanship into conversation with gorgeous Moroccan elements. The brass fixtures catch the desert light beautifully, while layered stone and plaster finishes keep everything grounded in nature. It’s spa-like, but not sterile. Luxurious, but still organic.
The dining room, however, is where we allowed the Palm Springs camp to exhale fully. A dramatic chandelier cascades over a showstopping Tony Duquette dining table. A vintage sideboard and mirror in natural goatskin parchment add another layer of texture, along with the faux-fur dining chairs. A colorful geometric rug keeps the mood playful rather than formal. It’s confident and a little cheeky, exactly what Palm Springs calls for.
The second bedroom and bath embrace cool tones and repetition. A silver-foil palm-print wallpaper brings cohesion to the rooms while wrapping them in movement and references the landscape without becoming literal. We wanted this room to feel slightly more playful than the primary, perfect for guests who want to feel transported the moment they walk in.
A covered patio just off the living room and pool continues the conversation between indoors and out. Surrounded by palms and the San Jacinto Mountains, the intention was to create a lounge that feels just as considered as the interior, but relaxed enough to spend the warm desert afternoons and nights in a wet swimsuit or flowing caftan.
What I love most about this project is the balance. It feels grounded in mid-century sensibility, clean lines, warm woods, and low silhouettes while still embracing that unmistakable desert personality. The clients were incredibly open to layering unexpected elements: mixing rustic wood with high-shine brass, pairing earthy stone with a splash of glamour, and allowing sculptural pieces to double as conversation starters. That trust allowed the home to feel collected rather than staged.
Palm Springs at its best: sun-washed, organic, and just dramatic enough to keep things interesting.