Palm Springs Party

A party at the Kaufmann Desert House, designed by Richard Neutra, Palm Springs, 1970.

The home’s owner then, the Palm Springs socialite Nelda Linsk (in yellow), related years later that Slim had called and said, ”I want to come over and do a pool shot. Call some friends over” His directive for what they should wear was simple: Pull something out of your closet.” Nelda Linsk was a Palm Springs real estate expert, and her hus­band, Joseph Linsk, was an art dealer. The couple was part of a social circle that included Hollywood celebrities, artists, and other members of the cultural elite, capturing the glamour and sophistication of the Palm Springs lifestyle.

Today the house has been designated a local landmark and is one of the most famous houses in Palm Springs. The architectural style of Desert Modernism is notable for its clean lines, ample use of glass and other natural and manufactu­red resources, and generous utilization of outdoor spaces.

Slim Aarons