Palm Springs Modernism Week Begins – 2011

2011 February 17

Swimming pool at the Frey House II. 1963. Albert Frey, architect.

Modernism Week in Palm Springs begins today, February 17 – 27.  It’s going to be an exciting celebration of mid-century modern design, architecture and culture.  There’s so much to see at the Modernism show and sale along with home tours of MCM architecture, celebrity homes, a Donald Wexler exhibit and don’t forget the fabulous parties!

Some unique highlights this year include a design lecture series featuring Karim Rashid, a vintage travel trailer show, a tribute to Braniff Airline fashion with uniforms from Pucci and Halston along with a lecture by fashion designer Trina Turk.  The event spans two weekends making it the perfect excuse to visit Palm Springs.

Desert Utopia

Edris House

 

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