In 1998, before mid-century modern became ‘in’ again, this
Palmer & Krisel-designed home built by the Alexander Construction Company in Palm Springs, CA underwent a massive renovation and expansion. Expanded from its original 1,600
square feet, this home now features three bedrooms and three and a half
bathrooms in 2,718 square feet, a two car garage, an in-ground pool all on a 12,100
square-foot lot with an asking price of $1,095,000.
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Front yard and entry are definitely under utilized |
The home is great for those who value privacy. Situated at
the knuckle of two intersecting roads, a low wall surrounded by a lush, green
hedge separates the home from the street with gates at the front driveway and
entry walkway. Behind the front hedge the front yard is low-maintenance and under-utilized gravel
waiting for personalization.
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Living Room with modified fireplace |
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Dining and Living Rooms |
Walking into the home, the living, kitchen and dining areas
retain their basic original form and location, all with 1998 updates. The
living and dining rooms still feature their signature original walls of glass
overlooking the backyard pool area. The fireplace is still in its original
location, however the signature modernist blocked form has been modified with
large, heavy rounded turrets, a theme established for many other corners throughout
the home.
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Kitchen features large granite island and skylights |
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Views tot he backyard are through the dining room windows |
The kitchen has been upgraded and expanded, with a large
central granite-topped island, walls of cabinets and skylights have been added
for additional light.
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Large suite features it's own sitting area |
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Large suite also features it's own fireplace |
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Bathroom off of the largest suite |
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Guestroom |
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Guest bathroom still embodies the 1998 renovations |
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Guestroom |
Two of the bedrooms have been converted and expanded into
master suites, with their own sitting areas and private baths. The baths embody
the 1998 renovations made on the home, but are large, clean and functional. The
larger of the master suites incorporates its own private fireplace, while the
third bedroom retains its original form and location.
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Backyard has lots of patio space and fantastic mountain views |
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Raised backyard spa and lots of potential for personalization awaits a new owner |
The backyard is anchored by the original rectangular
Alexander pool, has an added spa and lots of red brick patio space. There’s not
much greenery, except for some privacy hedges and a long, linear raised planter
behind the swimming pool. One of the
best features about this home are the mountain views to the south and west,
which are breathtaking, dramatic and inspiring.
There’s plenty of opportunity with this home to enjoy it
as-is, or embark on the endeavor of returning it to its modernist mid-century
roots. The yard is a blank slate awaiting a transformation, and is perfect for
enjoying mountain views and tranquil evenings. This one’s been listed for quite
a while now but it’s a great opportunity for those with vision.
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