Modernism, with the fun left in.

A Palm Springs studio for mid-century and architect-designed homes. Design, construction, staging, and original art, all under one roof.

Living room of a restored 1965 William Krisel condo, Sandpiper, Palm Desert

What we do

Design + Build Management

Concept through construction with one accountable studio in the desert. Scope, budget, trades, schedule. For owners managing from LA, SF, or further.

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Staging for Architectural Homes

Design for the sale. Staging that understands a Krisel from an Alexander, for listings where a generic furniture package costs real money.

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Interior Design

Full-service residential interiors. Natural materials, restraint, and original artwork from Christa’s studio.

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For sellers + listing agents

What would staging run on your listing?

Rough numbers, honestly stated. A one-hour walk-through turns this into a fixed quote.

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Living room with sling chairs and a sky painting by Christa Martin, Sandpiper condo, Palm Desert

Featured case study

Sandpiper, Palm Desert
A William Krisel restoration

Architecture
William Krisel, 1965
Pedigree
Historically designated Sandpiper complex
Scope
Full renovation, design + build
Engagement range
$150–250K
Featured
Style by Emily Henderson, SemiStories by Semihandmade
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The field guide

The desert’s architects, briefly and with love.

Krisel, Wexler, Frey, Cody, and the Alexanders: who they were, how to spot their work, and why it matters when you own one.

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The Modernism Map.

42 pins from Palm Springs to Palm Desert: landmarks, icons, whole Krisel neighborhoods, Modernism Week stops, and the arts districts in between.

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As featured in DwellStyle by Emily HendersonIN BED Journal