Architects Palmer and Krisel run one of the most prolific American architecture firms of the 50s and 60s.

In the early 50’s, they worked mostly on commercial projects and designed custom homes in the Bel Air and Brentwood neighbourhoods in Los Angeles.

In the following decade, architects Palmer and Krisel established themselves as designers of houses that became synonymous of Mid-century Modern architecture, featuring a unique siting, minimal ornamentation, butterfly roofs and large glass windows. Locations as Palm Springs became the perfect setting for many of their houses, due to the more casual indoor-outdoor living standard.

Today we have selected six beautiful Palmer and Krisel houses located in the Palm Springs area. Enjoy!

Mid-century Modern house designed by architects Palmer and Krisel. Built in the Twin Palms neighbourhood, Palm Springs, 1957.

Mid-century Modern house designed by architects Palmer and Krisel. Built in the Twin Palms neighbourhood, Palm Springs, 1957.

Mid-century Modern house designed by architects Palmer and Krisel. Built in the Las Palmas residential neighbourhood, Palm Springs, 1958.

A recently built house designed by William Krisel. You can find it at east of Monte Vista, Palm Springs.

Another Mid-century Modern house designed by architects Palmer and Krisel built in the Twin Palms neighbourhood, Palm Springs, 1957.

This Palmer and Krisel Mid-century Modern house also features a butterfly roof. Built in the Twin Palms residential neighbourhood, Palm Springs, 1957.

All photos by Darren Bradley.

Architects Palmer and Krisel, via Getty

