Redwing Retreat is a corporate event location that was built in 1949. The property was one of four structures designed by Frank Lloyd Wright students studying at Taliesin West. The original plan was to develop a small resort. The project never materialized after the couple that financed the venture separated. The structures were then sold off as individual homes; this mid-century property included the existing pool meant to service the resort guests. Only three of the existing structures still stand today.

It is rumored that Frank Sinatra wanted to buy the complete project, the sale never materialized after the town denied Sinatra a permit to build his own private airstrip. Interesting coincidence, the Palm Springs Frank Sinatra home is remarkably similar in design to this property and was built around the same time in 1946.

Redwing Retreat was completely renovated in 2004. The flooring, cinder block and woodwork are all original design. The kitchen, bathrooms, guesthouse and fixtures were updated. The property sits on over an acre of mature landscaping.

True to the Wrightian principles, the home has low over-hangs and the experience of compression and release are immediately felt upon entering the house. Nestled low on the desert floor, it offers a sanctuary between Camelback Mountain and Mummy Mountain with amazing views around the property. The exterior sculptures and art are by local artist Bill Tonnesen, Peter Deice and Mark Dambrose.

As you explore the interior of this mid-century modern home, it is important to highlight some of the art and photography located throughout the property. At the entry, you will notice “The Star” by Andy Warhol, a limited edition screen print on Lenox Museum Board. As you enter the kitchen the Philip Stark chandelier hangs over the center island, an amazing juxtaposition of classic Waterford vases with a contemporary design. There is a Tibetan mirror that hangs in the dining room area from the early 1800s.

As you enter the piano room, you will see the limited edition silver and platinum photographic prints above the piano. Take notice of the print from George Hoyningen-Huene, famous fashion photographer from the 1920s and 1930s whose work influenced the Calvin Klein advertising campaign of today. There is also a John Meiley print of Picasso in action drawing his famous bull. The large print behind the piano is a Herb Ritz “Versace on El Mirage”. The original Casey McKee large portrait named the “Screaming Pope” was influenced by Francis Bacon after Velazquez.

As you walk down the hallway there is an original Horst P. Horst, the famous Vogue fashion photographer of the 1930s. There are also famous prints from Irving Penn, Albert Watson and Rick Rusing located in the house and guesthouse.

The expansive lush lawn in the backyard can accommodate up to 200p for dinner, with a charming cocktail reception around the original Frank Lloyd Wright pool & cabana.

Perfect for dinner parties and location shoots. A photographers dream: equipment to rent on premises!