Some of the most memorable discoveries happen unexpectedly. While driving down Palm Canyon Drive, a newly opened showroom stopped me in my tracks. Through the expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, sculptural furniture, vintage lighting, and carefully curated art were illuminated by the unmistakable glow of the desert sun. It felt less like a retail store and more…
Architectural sophistication and effortless desert living converge in this beautifully reimagined residence within the prestigious gated community of Tierra Hermosa. Following a meticulous renovation exceeding $300,000, the home has been transformed into a showcase of contemporary design, where every finish, fixture, and architectural detail has been carefully selected and designed by the current owner, creating…
As the desert sun softens into a blush of evening, a different kind of ritual begins in Indian Wells, one that unfolds not in a rush, but in a slow, fragrant crescendo.
This summer, The Pink Cabana invites guests into that rhythm with Tagine Tuesdays, a weekly dining experience that feels less like a meal…
Desert savvy isn’t just a lifestyle, it’s a strategy. This summer, the Palm Springs Vintage Market is fully embracing that strategy, trading sun drenched treasure hunting for a cool, air conditioned experience without losing any charm. Launching in June, the market’s Summer Indoor Series brings four monthly events to the Palm Springs Pavilion, offering a welcome escape from…
A few weeks ago, I sat down with artist Kathleen Strukoff at the Palm Springs Vintage Market, where she serves as artist-in-residence, to talk about her work and evolving creative path. Strukoff’s artistic sensibility traces back to her childhood in New Mexico, where she first began painting landscapes. Today, that early fascination with beauty,…
The Shops at Thirteen Forty Five in Palm Springs present BE SEATED, a striking new exhibition by master printmaker Eric Rewitzer, curated by James Bacchi, celebrating the sculptural elegance of modernist chair design. Featuring a series of 12 linocut prints depicting iconic Midcentury Modern chairs, the exhibition opens on Saturday, February 14, coinciding with Modernism…
Right photo | William Haines dining table from the estate of Kirk Douglas
After nearly 24 years immersed in the design world of Los Angeles, interior designer Patrick Dragonette knew it was time for a new chapter. Six years ago, he and his longtime partner, Charles, relocated their acclaimed showroom, Dragonette Limited, to El Paseo in Palm…
INDIAN WELLS — The Sands Hotel & Spa and its acclaimed restaurant, The Pink Cabana, have announced an indulgent lineup of holiday dining experiences designed to elevate Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve celebrations in the Coachella Valley. With menus crafted by Executive Chef Jason Niederkorn, guests can expect a sophisticated blend of classic holiday…
After an extensive restoration and years of silence, the historic Plaza Theatre is preparing to reopen as a central cultural venue in downtown Palm Springs. The nearly 90-year-old theater has been reimagined for a new era — equipped with advanced technology, a lean operational model, and a programming strategy focused on close-up performance and community…
Tensions are flaring in Palm Springs, where a prominent trustee has resigned from the Palm Springs Art Museum (PSAM), alleging serious flaws in the process that led to the hiring of its new executive director. Christine Vendredi was appointed director on September 29, becoming the museum’s third leader in seven years — not counting a…


