William Krisel
This is an article in OregonLive about Modernism Week in Palm Springs. Unfortunately, it closes tomorrow. However, this occurs every February and is a nice respite from the harsh winters elsewhere. Much like here in Phoenix, I would assume the temperatures are already in the balmy 80s and great for any sort of outdoor activities.
One designer mentioned in the article is the renowned Southern California architect, William Krisel. Prolific and creative, Krisel found many a client in Palm Springs.
Twin Palms Estates 1957 by Architect William Krisel, Palm Springs
Bob Alexander with his E-type Jaguar, in front of the House of Tomorrow that Krisel designed for him and his wife Helene in 1960.
William Krisel, Racquet Club Estates, Palm Springs. Photo by Darren Bradley.
Krisel, known for his creative roofs, insists that not all Palm Springs building with a butterfly roof was designed by him. Which is quite true. Krisel’s designs are a confluence of various styles from International, American and Organic. He maintained a great deal of practicality and functionality that furthered the prolific nature of his career. Krisel is well worth a separate article.
If you adore modernist architecture, don’t miss next years Modernism Week. Palm Springs is a Mecca that can’t be skipped.
Some links to William Krisel:
An article on Palm Springs Life
An interview with Krisel at Dwell magazine
A trailer of a video about Krisel
Windsheild tour of the mid-century neighborhood of Racquet Club Road Estates in Palm Springs, CA. Hosted by Paul Kaplan www.MidCenturyModernPS.com.
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