Designed in 1966 by modernist architect Howard Lapham, 650 East Tachevah Drive is a sprawling, one-level residence with 10 bedrooms, nine bathrooms, and two half-baths located in Palm Springs’ historic Movie Colony neighborhood. The grand residence comes in at just under 10,000 square feet and is also rumored to be the largest midcentury modern home in town.

Long and low with classic midcentury lines, the home sits on a three quarter-acre lot that includes green lawns, gardens, and an entertaining area with a lanai, lounge, and swimming pool. Lapham, who is known for having designed the Thunderbird Heights home in Rancho Mirage (a frequent vacation spot for the Obamas), favored large-scale projects: accordingly, 650 East Tachevah Drive features capacious rooms, high ceilings, and walls of glass. There are also cantilevered roofs, poured terrazzo floors, and brightly colored interiors.

The home’s colorful interiors are thanks to one of the current owners, a former New York fashion designer, who also outfitted the interiors with an extensive collection of Arthur Elrod–designed furniture and accessories.

“The home exemplifies the indoor/outdoor living experience that Palm Springs is famous for,” says listing agent Rick Distel of Compass. “The property provides the perfect backdrop for lavish entertaining, but it is equally welcoming and enjoyable for intimate gatherings for just a couple of friends.”

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The home is also perfectly sited with unobstructed views of the San Jacinto Mountains from its serene central courtyard. “It really epitomizes Palm Springs midcentury modern architecture on a grand scale,” Distel concludes.

650 East Tachevah Drive is currently being listed for $4,250,000 by Rick Distel of Compass.

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