Firebird Estates

03/13/2026

Honored to have our community showcased like this!

Consider this your sign to book that desert escape. 💌
📸 modernism_week

02/24/2026

Thank you so much for showcasing how special our beloved community is!

02/21/2026

We’re excited to share that our community will be participating in Modernism Week tomorrow! 🎉

It’s a wonderful opportunity to showcase the unique character and architectural charm of our neighborhood while connecting with design enthusiasts from around the world.

We look forward to a fantastic day celebrating great design and neighborhood spirit!


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02/15/2026

01/20/2026

We’re excited to share that our community has been featured in the Los Angeles Times as part of its coverage on Modernism! 🎉 This recognition celebrates the distinctive architecture, thoughtful design, and shared appreciation for modernist principles that make our community so special.

This is your opportunity to come tour our complex and homes, experience the design firsthand, and see why our community continues to stand out. Buy your tickets now!

https://modernismweek.com/2026/home-tours/discover-midcentury-marvel-of-firebird-estates/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAb21jcAPMtCNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81NjcwNjczNDMzNTI0MjcAAac-JQ57vo89LT-2xGUCIeVh-MtQqxxN-3E01dFMW2PVIszOQUoAf6M_Cq_1Kg_aem_L-RJlP4wiFQMMtL-Dcg0MA

Here's our list of Midcentury homes and events not to be missed during Modernism Week. The 11-day festival runs from Feb. 12-22.

01/09/2026

01/08/2026

We’re thrilled to announce that our Modernism Tour will feature a true midcentury showstopper: a 1962 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk, owned by the incomparable Mr. Todd Garth! 🚗✨

Todd, and this absolutely fabulous set of wheels, came to us courtesy of our very own Keith Montgomery, who knows Todd through the Modern Men Chorus right here in Palm Springs. Even better, Keith and Chuck’s unit is one of the seven spectacular units featured on this year’s tour!

Now for a little backstory of this incredible ride: This GT Hawk is one of the first 200 to roll off the Studebaker assembly line in South Bend, Indiana, likely during the very first week of production in early October 1961. It was shipped to Modesto, California, where it spent its first 40 years cruising the Central Valley. From there it made its way to Los Angeles, and ultimately found its perfect home with Todd here in Palm Springs.

Todd calls it “the quintessential midcentury California hardtop coupe,” and we couldn’t agree more.

We can’t wait to showcase this stunning piece of automotive history on February 21 in our south parking lot.

🎟️ Get your tickets now and don’t miss it!

https://modernismweek.com/2026/home-tours/discover-midcentury-marvel-of-firebird-estates/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRzdgPMtCZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81NjcwNjczNDMzNTI0MjcAAac-JQ57vo89LT-2xGUCIeVh-MtQqxxN-3E01dFMW2PVIszOQUoAf6M_Cq_1Kg_aem_L-RJlP4wiFQMMtL-Dcg0MA

Thanks to Mark for the original post!

12/29/2025

Palm Springs in the ‘60s had a certain sparkle — the kind that made people pack up their worries, head for the desert, and instantly feel 10 years younger. Firebird Estates was built right in the middle of that moment, and walking through it today still feels like you’ve stepped into a sun-washed postcard from 1964.

The breezeblock, the pool, the mountain views… it’s all exactly the kind of quiet glamour people came here for and what you will see on Feb. 21st during Modernism Week! And if you want to really dial back the clock, we’ll have our 1961 Nash Metropolitan parked out front. Hop in, take a photo, and—for a split second—you might just believe you’re on your way to dinner with Sinatra.

Firebird Estates: a little retro, a little romantic, and still very much Palm Springs. Buy your Modernism Tix to experience it!

https://modernismweek.com/2026/home-tours/discover-midcentury-marvel-of-firebird-estates/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPNTY3MDY3MzQzMzUyNDI3AAGnMN_9s4njv68orpJMQGQUYUiT5XU4I7gmQHNSMvBNO0tiapcO-n3elldocz8_aem_tPAmH-8AnZI2IYgYxgCTzw

10/26/2024

Our first ever participation on Modernism Week was a success! Thanks to everyone who took part and helped to achieve such a milestone. We're so proud we were able to showcase our community and share with others why we love it so much!

10/26/2024

Our resident flamingo was the star of the show during our inaugural Modernism Week tour. It was a very humbling experience to see everyone so interested in seeing our complex and crazy a glimpse of what our beloved community is all about! We are truly thankful to everyone who visited Firebird Estates! We enjoyed welcoming you all.