Buckle up yer jet packs, time travelers– we’re about to take a ride back to 1969 glamour in this amazing, technicolor dream house in Twin Palms, Palm Springs, listed by Lucio Bernal. And is it… the wave of the future? Maybe: It was a big hit during the recent Modernism Week, we are told. Would it be: Minimalism: Out; Maximalism: In. P.S. Today is Pam’s birthday, she would be very grateful if someone would buy her this beauty — she will not change A. Thing. Thank you, super-reader ineffablespace, for this time capsule tip!
From the property listing:
- Price: $850,000
- Year built: 1969
- Square footage: 3,350
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1 full/ 2 3/4
IF THESE WALLS COULD TALK. Take a stroll down memory lane in this meticulously preserved Twin Palms Masterpiece. This one-of-a-kind time capsule will leave you feeling as though you’ve been plucked from reality and transported to a time of Cocktail Parties and Hollywood Weekend Retreats. This stunning home truly represents the epitome of Modernism and the essence Palm Springs. From the Moire wallpaper and draperies to the gold crystal chandeliers throughout, this fully furnished blast from the past will leave you asking only one question: Shaken or Stirred? Home features, a dramatic gated entry, terrazzo floors in the hallways, custom drapes, custom furniture, den with bar and custom bar stools, a fireplace, pool, spa, views of San Jacinto mountains, two car garage, and countless details and features to enhance your experience and lifestyle.
Wow, this home is decorated to the nines — and it is evident that the owner and interior designer worked together to use bold color throughout the home. Each room is nearly monochromatic with one main color used very boldly in the space.
Lucio Bernal, the listing agent for the property, was just as impressed with the decor as we were. He wrote:
The big mystery on this house is that it had two owners, and no one seems to know who did the decor and the architecture. We are trying to find out. It would be fun if your audience was able to figure it out.
This house has turned Modernism Week upside down here, because it is the house that seems to be most photographed and talked about.
Apparently this house was a hit with everyone who came to see it!
Each of the three bedrooms have their own distinct color scheme and feel.
This hot pink master bedroom is amazing. Just look at the detail in that built in headboard. I would feel like royalty sleeping in this room!
Leaving no detail out, the window on the opposite side of the room is equally extravagant and bright. A custom made TV stand with symmetrical hot pink tufted benches flanking either side brings a little of the ornateness from the headboard to the opposite side of the room.
The hot pink carpet continues all the way down the hall and into the master bathroom, which features a ginormous double vanity and a free form sunken tub in the center of the room — likely so you can admire every bit of the gorgeous decor whilst bathing!
The third bedroom is a vision in blue, blue carpet, blue furniture, blue wallpaper — and feels much more serene than the master, but still just as special.
Is it a coffee table or additional seating?
Aweeeeesome.
Above: Inneffablespace points out the “Bolection” style molding; now we know a new word:
One detail that I think people should take note of is the overscaled Bolection-style molding that is used as an entire drawer face on the pink bathroom vanities , with a simpler Bolection for the drawers on the green bathroom vanity. That is really sumptuous detail.
Neeeed.
Wait. Are we in a Twilight Zone episode?
And because it is Palm Springs, you just must have a gorgeous pool, right? I am IN LOVE.
Link love:
- Mega thanks to realtor Lucio Bernal from Berkshire Hathaway for allowing us to feature this stunning property.
- Thanks also to the fine folks at Red Door Pictures for taking such great photos of the property and sharing them with us.
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Kristen says
So fun to see!
Geronomom62 says
Wow! That place certainly makes an awesome statement against the ubiquitous “griege nation”, doesn’t it?! Color is FUN and not scary- and can be made to be elegant, as well. Maybe the positive reception this place has garnered will help to motivate some more adventurous souls of the populace to consider a brighter color palate when designing and decorating their McMansions! One can always hope 🙂
Carolyn says
I was going to quote “Happy, Happy Birthday, Baby” but I guess “They Say It’s Your Birthday” is more apropos for today’s post…
I’m surprised the colors are still so vivid considering the intense sun. The kitchen must have had some things replaced but notice how they still kept the integrity of the era. Makes me wonder why things that “need updating” doesn’t translate to…um, what’s the word…OH! renovate!
Alicia says
That is such a fun house to look at and imagine actually visiting or living in! Thank you for sharing these awesome photos!
Denise says
WOW
ineffablespace says
I first saw this on Estately, and there are a few reasons I sent it along. One was the extreme level of preservation: it really looks very fresh and well-kept. Often, after almost 50 years, things start to look a little worn around the edges. Even the carpet here looks pristine.
The second is the level of quality. So often in these High Regency houses there are some really cheap (but rococo-glamorous) elements or details mixed in. If you compare this house with the Pink Palace, owned by Jayne Mansfield and Engelbert Humperdinck you will see what I mean. Jayne Mansfield wrote to all sort of vendors when she was designing the interiors (often executed by Mickey Hargitay) –asking for free stuff and deep discounts in exchange for publicity. You will see the difference.
Third was the kitchen. Newer I think, and treated design wise as if it were of absolutely no importance at all. It has no relationship with the rest of the house in any way.
linda h says
Well, let’s see, if we bought this to use as a vacation property, we could let Pam stay there whenever she wanted.
Karin says
Happy Birthday Pam! What a house! It deserves an owner that appreciates its surreal grandeur. It’s an art installation and should be in a movie. Thanks for the post and the eye candy.
Dan says
Meld Donald Trump and “I Dream of Jeannie” —– I see myself wafting through these acid trip spaces in an everchanging array of Emilio Pucci caftans.
pam kueber says
I need a Pucci caftan!
Mr Kim says
Hello. I wonder if Mrs Küber would actually keep carpet in the bathroom, specially around the bathtub…
Whoever who has been to England, where the are very keen on carpet in bathrooms and kitchens would understand my concern >_<