Ready to get inspired by design and armed with meticulous renovation ideas? Join Atomic Ranch and landscape architect and interior designer Michael Norpell, of Michael Norpell Wall to Wall, at this talk & tour in Deepwell estates where he tackled a complete inside to out transformation to stunning results.

The Deepwell Estates in South Palm Springs traces its roots to the late 1920s when it was originally developed as sprawling ranch land. By the 1950s it had become a subdivision and it didn’t take long to attract a celebrity clientele looking to create their desert oasis. Deepwell is home to the William Holden Estate and it’s where actor Jerry Lewis and singer Carmen Miranda called home. Liberace built his first Palm Springs Home here as well as one for his mother. Deepwell is home to the Playboy Pad designed by Stan Sackley. Other architects who designed the homes here include E. Stewart Williams, Arthur Elrod and Hugh Kapture. Richard Harrison of Wexler & Harrison Architects chose to build his home in Deepwell too.

Interior designer Michael Norpell’s home is a rarity. It was on the last remaining lot of land that had never been built upon. That is until Sweet & Lee Construction paired up with William Petty to purchase it in the late 1960s. Michael’s home was built in 1974 in a California Brutalist style. Michael, who’s also a licensed landscape architect, did a full renovation of the home from the front exterior and landscaping to the new backyard pool and everything in between. He preserved its remarkable original architectural details and helped its overgrown landscape bloom into a chic desert resort oasis. Inside he paid homage to the home’s 70s aesthetic while melding it with iconic Palm Springs style for a result that’s bold, sexy and bursting with fun, vibrant style.

Tour the home and take in its stunning design details and carefully preserved elements then join Michael and Atomic Ranch editor Jickie Torres poolside as they chat about the history of the home, the neighborhood and outline the renovations and discuss its bold and daring interior design approach. A Q&A session at the end of the talk will allow guests to tap into the panel’s expertise, and guests will receive a free copy of Atomic Ranch magazine.

Photo Credits: Sandy Swett, Red Door Pictures

Location & Attendee Information

  • What are the appropriate ages for this activity?Person All ages
  • Are pets, animals, or service animals permitted?Dog on a leash Pets and animals not permitted
  • Are food and drinks permitted?Food and drink No outside food or drinks
  • What are the mobility considerations for this activity?Person walking Walking & standing activity
  • What type of parking is available?Car Free neighborhood street parking
  • What is the policy for personal effects?Bag or purse Large purses, bags, backpacks discouraged
  • Is photography permitted?Camera Personal/non-commercial photography permitted
  • Are restrooms available?Restroom sign Restrooms available
  • Is this an indoor or outdoor activity?Sun Indoor and outdoor activity
  • What is the policy regarding smoking?Cigarette with smoke No smoking or e-cigarettes
  • What type of tour is this?Group of people Interior/exterior tour
  • What type of ADA accessibility is available?Wheelchair Not wheelchair accessible
The organizer of this event is: Atomic Ranch

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