Picturing Palm Springs décor likely brings to mind earthy tones and furniture silhouettes with a slightly retro lean. And that's not surprising considering it's an aesthetic that combines the best of mid-century design — it's organic shapes, clean lines, and warm wood tones — with the relaxed simplicity and inherent coolness of desert modernism.
Colloquially known as Hollywood's playground, Palm Springs is certainly a popular vacation spot, but its rich architectural history has made it somewhat of a design mecca, too. While you can take tours of some of the best examples of mid-century modern homes year-round, come October and February, Palm Springs hosts Modernism Week — a festival celebrating the iconic architectural style, attracting designers, artists, and enthusiasts alike.
