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Architect Joshua Schweitzer’s The Monument House figures into a long tradition of experimental and radical architecture in the California high desert, along with the nearby Frank Lloyd Wright–designed Institute of Mentalphysics.
Architect Joshua Schweitzer’s The Monument House figures into a long tradition of experimental and radical architecture in the California high desert, along with the nearby Frank Lloyd Wright–designed Institute of Mentalphysics.
Throughout the residence, trapezoidal windows and doors frame the dramatic desert landscape.
Throughout the residence, trapezoidal windows and doors frame the dramatic desert landscape.
The property comprises three monolithic volumes: a green structure with the kitchen and living/dining room, a connected blue building with the bedroom and bath, and a freestanding pink gazebo that holds a long wooden table for covered outdoor dining.
The property comprises three monolithic volumes: a green structure with the kitchen and living/dining room, a connected blue building with the bedroom and bath, and a freestanding pink gazebo that holds a long wooden table for covered outdoor dining.
Situated near the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park, the property includes a backyard with firepit and hot tub.
Situated near the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park, the property includes a backyard with firepit and hot tub.
Situated near the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park, the multicolored Monument House is available for the public to book as a vacation rental via Homestead Modern for the first time.
Situated near the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park, the multicolored Monument House is available for the public to book as a vacation rental via Homestead Modern for the first time.