K0236 - Park Imperial South Getaway
The popular Park Imperial South, built in 1961, is known for its dramatic midcentury architecture and cleaver site planning, so much so, that it was designated by the City of Palm Springs as a Historic District. And its convenient walkable South Palm Springs location is further enhanced by spectacular mountain vistas. Secluded nicely in the back of the complex, this unit has one of the best west views, and just a few steps away from its back patio gate, you’ll find the community pool, spa and laundry facilities.
This Park Imperial South Getaway still retains most of the original features that architect Barry A. Burkus and Trudy Richards so artfully envisioned and designed, including the iconic “folded plate” roof-line and clerestory windows, custom cabinetry and door pulls, built in appliances, interior block wall accent walls, mahogany shoji screens, colorful bathroom countertops, pendant “lollipop” lighting and jalousie windows. The terrazzo flooring still shines where originally installed in the entry and the master bathroom, and is nicely complimented with polished concrete floors throughout the rest of the unit. The builder and designer’s plaques are still proudly displayed on the entry porch. This really is an architectural time capsule in all the right ways. And combined with modern upgrades like stainless steel appliances, WiFi and HDTV’s in all rooms, you’ll enjoy the best of both worlds in style and comfort.
Furnished with a tasteful combination of vintage midcentury and contemporary modern décor, you’ll enjoy style and comfort throughout. The kitchen, while highlighting the original built in wall radio, vintage stove and architectural hood, also offers a microwave (inside the cabinet) and a stainless steel refrigerator and dishwasher. The breakfast or cocktail bar is within easy reach and is a great place for everyone to gather and chat during meal preparations. The dining table seats six and the game table is ready for afternoon or late night play.
The living room opens out to the patio and a great mountain view through a wall of glass that stretches all the way across to the study. And when you need some solitude, the study can be closed off with sliding shoji screens. Outside, the patio offers more than just easy access to the pool area, it also has lounge seating, a dining table, barbecue grill and a hanging swing chair for reading or private phone chats.
The master bedroom features a Queen size bed, HDTV, en suite bathroom with step in shower and dual sink vanity and clerestory windows. The guest bedroom has a Queen bed, HDTV and direct access to the private back patio, and it utilizes the bathroom just across the hall, with a tub shower.
Within walking distance to South Palm Springs shopping, restaurants and nightlife, your own private architectural getaway at Park Imperial South awaits!