The Design Duet
Hi, We're Chrissie and Caroline! We are passionate interior designers who are being asked more and more about what we do and how we do it. In this podcast we will talk about all things interior decoration and design, our process from start to finish, and we will also bring along our design friends to get an insight into the industry.
The Design Duet
Mid-Century Magic in the Desert – Palm Springs & Modernism Week
Palm Springs isn’t just a destination — it’s a design pilgrimage. In this sun-drenched surprise episode of The Design Duet, we take you along on Caroline’s unforgettable trip to the modernist mecca during Modernism Week — the annual celebration of mid-century architecture, design, and culture in February this year. Surrounded by desert landscapes and mountain backdrops, Caroline wandered through neighbourhoods lined with butterfly rooflines, colourful doors, and iconic A-frame facades. From swanky home tours to poolside cocktails, it was a week filled with design inspiration — and we’re sharing every detail with you.
In this episode, we explore:
· What Modernism Week is — and why it’s a must
· What makes Palm Springs so iconic — and who calls it home
· Martyn Lawrence Bullard’s eclectic LA home
· The cliffside marvel that is the Frey House
· Our “Rat Pack Tour” — a walk through Hollywood history
· Inside the breathtaking James Logan Abernathy Residence
· A visit to the historic Sunnylands Estate
· Highlights from the Perez Design District
· The magic of stepping inside Frank Sinatra’s house
· The vibe check at The Vibe House
· The bold beauty of The West House