PALM SPRINGS QUINTESSENTIAL MID-CENTURY MODERN PASCAL HOUSE

Palm Springs Quintessential mid-century modern Pascal House brilliant swimming pool yard

Palm Springs Quintessential Mid-Century Modern Pascal House from noted developer Samuel Pascal, 1959. Oversized pool – check, Firepit – check, Covered patio for shade – check. Do we even need to go inside?

1230 S CALLE DE MARIA, PALM SPRINGS | $2,295,000 | 3 BD | 4 BA

Welcome to the one and only Pascal House. Words can’t describe this incredible mid-century modern home in the world famous Deepwell neighborhood of South Palm Springs. It has all the original swagger and character that was intended when it was completed in 1959 by historic Palm Springs Developer/Builder Samuel Pascal.

Pascal House with the Chinese Modern-inspired home has long, horizontal lines and a semi-circular driveway

The property was designed specifically for the Pascal family as their personal residence. The Pascal family owned the home until 2005 when it was sold completely furnished. It sold once again to current owners in 2017 who have worked to keep its important historic features and furnishings intact.

Palm Springs Quintessential living room with Massive Stone faced fireplace overlooks pool yard

 From the street, the Chinese Modern-inspired home has long, horizontal lines and a semi-circular driveway, with carport and enclosed garage. Upon entering the home, through the double door entry, you are welcomed into the large living room, which is perfect for cocktail hour before dinner, relaxing on the enormous sectional sofa built expressly for this space.

Palm Springs Quintessential living room with Massive Stone faced fireplace and grand wet bar

Through sliding shoji-inspired screens is the spacious terrazzo-floored playroom, complete with Asian-themed bar, game table, large dining room table, and dramatic fireplace clad in the white quartz stonework. Adjacent to this are two large bedroom suites, each with its own  oh-so-fabulous ceramic tile with custom designs by artists George Nelson, Saul Bass and Dorothy Liebes. These tiles were a part of the Distinguished Designer series by Pomona Tile. The primary bathroom has a sunken terrazzo Roman tub. Palm Springs Quintessential mid-century modern Pascal House.

Dramatic open living space with walls of glass leading to the amazing grounds.

The third bedroom has complete privacy on the other side of the house and has a steam shower that also includes a sunken Roman tub. A fourth bathroom is accessible to the pool area. Despite a few minor updates like the countertops in the kitchen, the house and its interiors remain as they were originally designed, and ready to enjoy like it’s 1959!

Remarkable period kitchen restored yellow refrigerator from 1959, custom built in cutting boards and outdoor access.

With ample lounging space out back around the pool, there is plenty of room for everyone to find privacy and relax. Marvel at the gorgeous west facing mountain view of the palms, sparkling blue swimming pool with spillover fountain, the covered patio with dining table and lounge seating, and a built-in fire feature for those chilly Palm Springs evenings.

Palm Springs Quintessential mid-century modern Pascal House magnificent pool yard

This home is truly a piece of art and great care has been put into preserving its history.  Deepwell is a very popular neighborhood featuring homes designed by all the popular Palm Springs “star-chitects” of the 1950’s and 60’s. Located in South Palm Springs, it’s a great neighborhood for a personal architectural walking tour and is very centrally located.

Listing courtesy of Sarah Durkton, James Pearce and James Bianco, Coldwell Banker Realty

If you would like to know more about this amazing home, call 310.622.0312 or email Brian Courville. Whether Mid Century ArchitecturalSpanishLuxury, or Classic Los Angeles design, MODERN LIVING LA is here to guide you home. Follow us on Instagram @modernlivingla

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