William Krisel's Palm Springs

Discover William Krisel's architectural vision through drawings, renderings and photographs from his personal collection and Getty archives—featuring his innovative custom homes, mass housing, and recreational facilities throughout Palm Springs.

This first major monograph chronicling the work and architectural philosophy of William Krisel features examples and insights from Krisel’s own papers, culled from his personal collection as well as the extensive archives of the Getty Research Institute. Krisel’s architectural drawings and renderings, as well as many archival photographs, highlight examples of his custom homes, mass-produced housing, and recreational facilities in Palm Springs and rest of the Coachella Valley. Contemporary photographs are by architectural photographer Darren Bradley.