While Palm Springs may be more popularly known for its mid century modern homes, it's also got a wealth of homes built in beautiful Spanish architecture as well. Also known by a multitude of other names such as Spanish Colonial, Mediterranean, Spanish Eclectic and Mission Revival, these homes can be identified by their eye towards a blend of adobe architectural designs from Mexican Indigenous populations as well as American Colonial designs. 

Spanish Architecture homes can be distinguished by red terra cotta roofs, white stucco walls, decorative iron workings, exposed wooden beams and arched doorways. 

In this article, we'll be taking a look at four Palm Springs neighborhoods that have some of the finest examples of Spanish Architecture homes…

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With around 30,000 properties with Mid-Century Modern architecture in the Greater Palm Springs area, there's no surprise that this oasis town is known unofficially as the Modernist capital of the world. 

To commemorate this rich history, Palm Springs celebrates Modernism Week, a festival that features over three hundred events, such as tours of the architecture in the town, golf tournaments, car shows and more.  The main event runs in February and a smaller version in the Fall.

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Things To Do During Modernism Week

To help you get the most out of Modernism Week, we've come up with a list of the hottest events you shouldn't miss during this popular time. 

Palm Springs Modernism Show

One of the biggest events during…

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Palm Springs is a popular vacation and real estate destination renowned for its captivating surroundings, classic architecture, and fantastic weather. Sunny most of the time, Palm Springs has long had a reputation as a mild and sunny spot to while away the winter months. But now that Palm Springs has transformed into a year-round community, more are dealing with the intensity of the warmer months.

One particular feature of Palm Springs weather is the wind, which grows in intensity once the weather starts to warm up in the spring.

As the bare earth of the Coachella Valley warms under the beating midday sun, the surface air begins to rise, sucking in air from the surrounding area. Funneled in by the mountain ranges, this air can take on some speed,…

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Mid-century modern architecture is so prevalent in Palm Springs that it’s become a defining feature of this lush oasis town, with more homes created in this spacious contemporary style than anywhere else.

To look at how this architectural style became so popular, let’s look at the many movements and influences behind it and why Palm Springs is the perfect place for homes built with these features.

Bauhaus and International Style Influences

Mid-century modern architecture receives its biggest influences from the Bauhaus and International styles. 

The Bauhaus movement is an avant-garde style from Germany that began in the early twentieth century with a heavy focus on abstraction, asymmetry, straight, geometric lines and open floor plans.

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Mid-century modern homes in Palm Springs

The Palm Springs Neighborhoods With The Most Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Homes

Palm Springs has some of the most iconic mid-century modern architecture found in the country today. Located throughout the city, these homes exhibit sleek lines and simple designs that prioritize functionality over everything else. Nothing about the design of these homes is extra, and they lack the ornamentation found in other home styles. However, nothing is boring about these homes. These homes have large floor-to-ceiling windows inviting the outdoors in, Clerestory windows for added light, and angular roof lines defying previous architectural conventions. Below are some Palm Springs neighborhoods to find the best examples of mid-century modern architecture.

Twin…

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Palm Springs is an incredible place to live and vacation, and people have been flocking here for decades to make their dreams come true. What do you do if your property isn't' dream-worthy yet? 

 

These are some of the top trending remodeling ideas for your Palm Springs home and what you can do to pull it into the future. 

What is the Palm Springs Look?

Most Palm Springs properties lead towards minimal and modern looks. There's a strong emphasis on clean lines, gorgeous symmetrical facades, and white or neutral colors on the exterior of the property. This allows an incredible mix of coastal and contemporary living while still injecting a bit of glamor that elevates the entire property. 

 

To achieve this look and push it…

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Do you want the best sushi In Palm Springs? Sushi is originally from China. However, Japan is considered the sushi capital of the world. Sushi came from narezushi, a famous Chinese dish consisting of salted raw fish and fermented rice rolls. Initially, they threw out the rice and ate the fish, probably because it was used as a preservative to keep the fish fresh. 

 Today, people from across the world share a love of sushi. There are 4,000+ sushi restaurants in the US with innovative dishes like sushi burritos and sushi bowls. The city of Palm Springs has 12 sushi places you must try. 

 Explore our list of the best sushi in Palm Springs below. 

Best Sushi in Palm Springs

Sandfish Sushi & Whiskey 

1556 N Palm Canyon Drive

Taste sushi that…

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Make mornings delightful with breakfast served by some of the best dining spots in Downtown Palm Springs. Whether you are celebrating a milestone or just out for a good meal, indulge in an array of breakfast options, including American, French, and Mexican food. Skip cooking and satisfy your taste buds with these top-rated breakfast places in Downtown Palm Springs. 

 

Breakfast Spots in Palm Springs

 

Cheeky's

622 N Palm Canyon Dr

 

Cheeky's is a popular breakfast spot near the Movie Colony where anyone would be willing to wait. Why? Because this farm-to-table breakfast spot makes regular dishes extraordinary! For instance, they add mascarpone and red currants to their French toast. They also have new menu items every Wednesday. Try…

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Palm Springs may be known for its amazing golf courses and tropical weather, but it's even better known for its mid-century modern architecture. 

The city is brimming with these beautiful mid-century modern homes, which gives the area an aesthetically pleasing, unique style..

You know you're looking at a mid-century modern home if it's built with three prominent characteristics, the first being minimalism.

These homes have sleek lines and simple designs that prioritize functionality over everything else. Nothing about the architecture of these homes is superfluous.

The next characteristic is an emphasis on nature. And what better place to bring nature into the home than in Palm Springs? Most of these homes have large floor-to-ceiling windows…

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Calling all art lovers! Next weekend sees the arrival of Intersect Palm Springs, an annual exhibition which combines curated collections of modern and contemporary art in a series of exhibitions beginning next Friday, February 10 and running for three days until Sunday, February 13.

This year sees the tenth anniversary of the festival ever since its inception in 2012, then called Art Palm Springs. Located in the Palm Springs Exhibition Center in Downtown Palm Springs and featuring multiple exhibitions, curated spaces, talks and other events, Intersect Palm Springs allows residents and tourists to enjoy. 

This Year's Curated Spaces

Intersect Palm Springs features two main curated spaces this year, Good Vibrations and ZZYZX Redux. With a theme of…

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