FRI-A02 - Superbloom: Taking Inspiration from the Desert Landscapes of Palm Springs

Friday, November 19, 2021

1:30 PM – 2:45 PM CDT

Location: Music City Center, Room 209

Compliments of:

1.25 PDH, LA CES/non-HSW, AIA/non-HSW, AICP, FL, NY/non-HSW, ISA

Lead Speaker(s)

Nate Cormier, ASLA

Managing Studio Director
RIOS
Los Angeles, California

Speaker(s)

Millicent Harvey

Millicent Harvey Photography
Millicent Harvey Photography
Palm Springs, California
Phillip K. Smith, III

Artist
PKS3 Studio
Palm Desert, California

1.25 PDH, LA CES/non-HSW, AIA/non-HSW, AICP, FL, NY/non-HSW, ISA

For millennia, Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley have been a magnetic destination for visitors. From rare plants and roadside geology to hot springs and canyon oases, the desert rewards careful observation. Our panel will explore how the desert’s sublime qualities have inspired distinctive works of landscape architecture and art.

Learning Outcomes:

Appreciate the unique geologic and ecological history of Palm Springs and the Colorado Desert.
Learn why indigenous Cahuilla people and early settlers were drawn to this landscape for its health bringing qualities.
Learn how the work of artists and landscape designers have been influenced by the sublime desert landscape.
Understand how contemporary artists and designers have helped establish a cultural destination in the desert.