modernhomeslosangeles.blogspot.com is a blog about Mid-Century Modern home, events and architecture. So you can Modernism Week is on their radar. And you can’t think about Modernism Week without Twin Palms, Frank Sinatra’s original Palm Springs estste, coming to mind! Here’s an excerpt from the article: “The kick-off to Modernism Week is a gathering at Frank Sinatra’s Twin Palms Estate designed by architect E. Stewart Williams. It was Williams’ first commissioned residences and was given the directive that Sinatra wanted a Georgian-style mansion with columns and brick facade to show-off his new wealth, back in 1947. Williams had another idea. The Desert Modern with casual living lifestyle and sleek lines were the beat of Williams’ drum. Sinatra agreed to scrap plans for the Georgian in favor of the Desert Modern. The architect and builders worked around the clock to design and build Sinatra’s desert modern in only a few months time. Sinatra landed his contract with MGM and he was ready to show his success through design and architecture. Troves of friends and other celebrities were often invited to gatherings and parties at the home in the desert. Hence, influencing others to design and build their own desert modern retreat.” Click here for the whole article

The Hollywood Reporter recently featured the Frank Sinatra Estate in an article entitled “Palm Springs Sleepover” on April 4th, 2013. The article was co-written by Brandon Kirby and Degen Pener,and talked about the hidden ways to stay in style while enjoying Coachellafest and other events at the Empire Polo Field. In addition to the Frank Sinatra Estate, the article mentions The Sunny and Cher Estate and the homes of the likes of Tony Curtis and Dinah Shore.

 

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A mix of majestic midcentury design with Hollywood lore

The Frank Sinatra “Twin Palms” estate, designed in 1947 by architect E. Stewart Williams, stands as the first commission piece of architecture to impact the built environment of Palm Springs, according to Ron Marshall, former president of the Palm Springs Preservation Foundation. Sinatra’s house is a staple of tours during Modernism Week, which ran Feb. 13-23. Designated as a Class 1 Historic Site by the City of Palm Springs, the house is known to many as having “great mid-century modern design with an added touch of Hollywood lore.” If you missed the tour. click here to take a virtual tour!

The Frank Sinatra house was mentioned first in their article on April 23, 2113 entitled, “Palm Springs, California Is A Mecca For Design, Synonymous With Style And Glamor”. The article was written by Shiela Ecker.

Here’s a sample from the article including a classic photo from a pool party back when Frank was still the owner.

Celebs filled the Frank Sinatra house Saturday night for the legendary Jeremy Scott/Adidas Coachella party, featuring intimate performances by Rita Ora and 2 Chainz, DJ sets by Kesh and A-Trak, and appearances by Katy Perry, Aziz Ansari, Diplo and a whole lot more.