Located on the edge of the California desert, the property balances isolation with proximity to Palm Springs’ celebrated architectural culture. Rather than clearing the land, the design preserves and weaves around the site’s existing olive trees, creating a dialogue between built form and nature. Circular skylights, thick sculptural walls, and integrated furnishings evoke the feeling of carved stone formations, while expansive glazing opens toward panoramic mountain views and shifting desert light.

Natural light moves dynamically throughout the home, transitioning from intimate, compressed spaces into expansive double-height living areas centered around a sunken conversation pit. Interiors combine organic textures with restrained minimalism, creating an atmosphere that feels both cinematic and grounded. Custom-built elements, mural work by artist Rives Granade, and tactile material palettes reinforce the residence’s connection to the surrounding landscape and artistic culture of Palm Springs.

Outdoor living anchors the experience. Terraces, shaded courtyards, and open-air gathering spaces extend seamlessly into the olive grove, encouraging long communal meals, creative work, and quiet retreat. Fully powered by solar energy and designed with passive environmental strategies, the residence operates independently while remaining visually and materially connected to the desert terrain.

Both elemental and highly refined, Schiller House offers a contemporary interpretation of Palm Springs modernism—one shaped less by nostalgia and more by landscape, sustainability, and atmosphere. For those seeking a luxury architectural home in Palm Springs—whether for productions, creative residencies, or private stays—the property offers a setting defined by light, stillness, and a profound connection to the desert.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Contemporary multi-bedroom desert residence
Open-plan living spaces with panoramic mountain and olive grove views

RETREAT-READY AMENITIES

Workshop & Gathering Spaces
Double-height living room with conversation pit
Outdoor terraces and courtyard environments
Open dining and lounge areas for gatherings or creative sessions
Integrated indoor–outdoor flow throughout the property

Design & Sustainability Features
Off-grid solar-powered systems
Passive cooling and environmental design strategies
Custom sculptural interiors and built-in furnishings
Architecture integrated directly into the olive grove landscape

EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Atmosphere
Minimal, sculptural, and immersive—defined by desert light, organic materials, and panoramic natural surroundings

Ideal For
Editorial and fashion productions
Architecture and design shoots
Creative residencies and artist retreats
Private stays in Palm Springs

Unique Offerings
Off-grid contemporary home in Palm Springs
Built within a century-old olive grove
Sculptural architecture by Schiller Projects
Custom artistic interventions throughout the residence
Panoramic San Jacinto Mountain views

LOGISTICS & SUPPORT

Located in Palm Springs, California
Set at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains
Accessible from Palm Springs International Airport
Suitable for productions, retreats, and private stays