Here’s a little fun for your Monday – a million-dollar 4
bedroom, 3 bathroom Palmer & Krisel-designed Alexander home in the
exclusive Vista Las Palma neighborhood in Palm Springs, CA. This 1960, 2,038
square-foot Krisel home looks out onto San Jacinto mountains with breathtaking
views and boast an asking price of $1,250,000, including select furniture. Situated
on a 11,700 square-foot lot this home evokes the classic, low slung Palm
Springs post and beam architecture that Krisel was so well known for.
The proportions of this home hug the lot in which it sits –
it’s not overpowering – it’s subtle, understated and appropriate for the site.
The front is classic Palm Springs low-maintenance desert landscape while the entry walk and
drive consist of floating concrete pads. Decorative “H”-shadow block creates a stunning
entry courtyard, adding privacy to the large living room windows which look out
the street and mountains beyond.
Inside this home is definitely a show-stopper. The floors are
light-colored ceramic wood-plank tiles which don’t overpower the space. The
ceilings are signature-Krisel tongue and groove wood-beamed, carrying through to the exterior of this home. The
north wall of the living room is anchored by a massive fireplace, covered in
one-inch mosaic tiles, and accented with a triple-light sconce.
The kitchen features upgraded cabinetry, composite counters
and penny-round mosaic tiles, all open to the living and dining areas. The
living room features over-sized sliders with unobscured views to the private
backyard and pool. The bedrooms all feature large windows and clerestories
offering unique views of their own. The bathrooms feature one-inch mosaic
tilework and high-end finishes, and appropriate floating vanities. The only
feature of question are the vessel sinks in the bathroom, which had their run
in the early part of the century, and now may appear to be somewhat dated. Sink
replacement should be a simple fix for this classic home and create an even stronger example of classic mid-century modernism.
The backyard features the classic 15’ x 30’ Alexander palm
Springs Pool, several private patios, dozens of Mexican Fan palms and lush
green grass. There’s also a fireplace wall, pergola and of course built-in
bar-b-que, as well as in-ground spa. This would definitely be my top pick for a
Krisel home for sure. Anyone got an extra million to lend?
For more photos, check out Redfin here: 1164
North Rose Avenue
Or Zillow here: 1164
North Rose Avenue
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