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Palm Springs: Your Hot Spot for Mid-Century Modern Design

By Kacie Goff

Updated June 13, 2022

"The San Jacinto Mountains are seen in this scenic view in Palm Springs, California. The city is famous for it's many Mid-Century Modern architectural style homes such as the ones in the foreground. California Fan Palm Trees are seen throughout the area, planted when the homes were built. Coachella Valley, Riverside County, Southern California, Western USA.

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Mid-century modern is a trend that’s here to stay. You can thank “Mad Men” or our parents’ hand-me-downs, but either way, this style has taken up residence in homes across America. Nowhere is that more apparent than in Palm Springs. In fact, in Palm Springs, mid-century modern styling isn’t a return to anything; it’s honoring a style that never really left.

Palm Springs has historically attracted a huge range of stars, from Frank Sinatra to Liberace. And who can blame them for choosing this spot? The warm weather, palm-lined streets and myriad of pools make it quintessential Southern California. Although it’s been decades since the Rat Pack called it home, Palm Springs still embodies that nostalgic mid-century glamour.

Today, the area celebrates its fashionable heritage in a number of ways, from flat-roofed homes to Modernism Week in the fall. If you’re looking for some of the best mid-century architecture and decor in the country, look no further than this desert community.

Here are 11 stunning examples of mid-century modern design in Palm Springs:

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Low angle shot of a royal blue suede mid century modern 4 seater sofa and teak coffee table. Set in a modern apartment living room complete with mid century furnishings, moroccan rug and potted plants.

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Scandinavian styled dining room and open plan kitchen with patio outlook

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Coffee table with glass and sectional sofa

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Luxury Tropical Modern Island Home Exterior With Swimming Pool.

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Orange red kitchen cabinets in island bench in modern luxury Australian home

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interior space of a mid-century modern house with big windows that allows natural light

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Mid-century modern living space with plants, large windows and a spacious room

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What do you think? Will you be heading to Modernism week in October to see more mid-century styling fithand?

Kacie Goff is a personal finance, home, and insurance writer with over five years of experience. She's also dedicated to besting her brother, a financial advisor, with insider insight into the personal finance industry, and spends hours researching the latest rates and regulations. She lives in Ventura, California, with her husband and dingo-look-alike dog, Babou. When she’s not writing, you can find Kacie practicing yoga, working in her garden, or scoping out a new happy hour.