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LEFT: Creative attentionembraces every room element; Art collectionsinclude works by David Hockney, RoyLiechtenstein, Herb Ritts,Alex Katz and Mr.Brainwash; Small kitchennooks are as artistic asuseful; Each guestroomhas its own furnishingsand décor; Blue tonescreate a dramatic themethroughout the interiorand exterior; The signedsculpture, Big RedPoppies, by Donald Sultanwas added in 2016; Thepool is a popular area forsocializing with otherguests.

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COURTESY OF HOLIDAY HOUSE PALM SPRINGS

Whimsical Holiday in PALM SPRINGS

t In downtown Palm Springs is HOLIDAY HOUSE PALM SPRINGS,a 28-room, adults-only boutique hotel designed by renownedarchitect Herbert W. Burns, a leading influencer in creating theiconic Palm Springs mid-century modern style. When HolidayHouse opened in 1951, it was known as the newest luxury hotel in Palm Springs and for years catered to an exclusive clientele.

After numerous ownership changes, Holiday House PalmSprings re-opened in 2017 after being reconceived by a teamheaded noted interior designer Mark D. Sikes. Today, the propertyembodies its original spirit with mid-century-inspired elementsaccented by whimsical touches. Throughout are various works of art including some by David Hockney, Roy Liechtenstein, HerbRitts, Alex Katz and Mr. Brainwash, and a garden sculpture byDonald Sultan.

To encourage the communal environment, there's a lovelypool, shuffleboard court and lots of outdoor seating. None of theguest rooms have TVs or phones. Each is limited to two guests and has been totally redone with oversized showers, custom tex-tiles, curated art collection, and extensive mini bar. The Pantry,open daily from 11 am – 4 pm, features simple breakfast, lunch and brunch menus. The bar remains open until 11 pm nightly.

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