Casablanca Adobe

Palm Springs, California

Proposed addition to the Designated Class One Historic Site, Casablanca Adobe, Palm Springs, California.

The original house was constructed in 1936 of adobe brick with the style’s characteristic cedar shingle roof. Textural elements include a rough stone foundation, peeled logs, exposed hand-hewn lintels, projecting support beams, and deep window recesses with cut-stone sills. This adobe was constructed by Pearl McCallum McManus, one of the founders of Palm Springs, in the Vernacular Adobe Style. In 1946 legendary screenwriter Howard E. Koch purchased and resided in the home. The home has been well maintained both inside and out and retains it’s historic character.

The proposed additions, to the sides and rear, enhance the livability of this home without altering the historic core, the design emulates and incorporates elements of the original design, while providing the subtle differentiation desired by the Preservation Ordinance.

West - South Indian Trail Elevation

Additions to the right and left

South Perspective - Bath Addition

East Perspective

Bath Addition, Portale, “Bunk House” Addition

East Perspective

North Perspective

Casablanca Adobe Addition

Movie - walkabout of the project