Design fans, mark your calendars! The award‑winning Modernism Week 2026 returns from February 12–22, 2026 in Palm Springs, California — once again celebrating midcentury modern architecture, art, design, and culture. Whether you’re a homeowner seeking design inspiration or a South Florida professional keeping an eye on influential design movements, this event offers a rich lineup of tours, talks, exhibitions, and experiences.
Originally founded to spotlight the legacy and future of modernist design, Modernism Week has grown into an 11‑day festival attracting designers, architects, and enthusiasts from across the country. It’s centered around the unique architectural heritage of Palm Springs and the surrounding Coachella Valley — a region steeped in mid‑20th century modernist design.
Modernism Week’s programming is intentionally broad, offering something for every design interest:
Architectural Tours
Explore iconic midcentury homes, signature neighborhood designs, and historic residential masterpieces on guided walking, bus, or self‑guided tours.
Talks & Presentations
Hear from leading architects, historians, and design thinkers — including keynote presentations that explore both the history and future of modern design.
Exhibitions & Design Shows
Join art and design exhibitions highlighting product design, vintage modern pieces, and contemporary interpretations of classic modernism.
Social Events & Entertainment
Modernism Week isn’t all tours and talks — evening parties, cocktail receptions, and vintage culture experiences pair fun with design energy.
Film Screenings & Cultural Experiences
Presented films and lectures delve into modern design topics, from historical architectural movements to contemporary trends and influences.
Modernism Week isn’t just a regional celebration — it’s one of the largest modern design festivals in the world. By showcasing post‑war architectural masterpieces and engaging programming, the event reinforces how mid‑century concepts like clean lines, functional simplicity, and open plans continue to influence contemporary interior and architectural design.
Throughout Modernism Week, events like the Premier Double Decker Architectural Bus Tour offer insightful perspectives on how form, function, and modern materials came together to define a design movement that resonates today.
For design professionals and homeowners alike, the festival provides an immersive way to see how principles of proportion, materiality, and spatial logic can inform real‑world interiors — from open living spaces and glass walls to the integrated storage and transitional details that define modern homes.
While Modernism Week takes place on the West Coast, many of the same design principles celebrated there are popular here in South Florida — especially in areas like Miami, Palm Beach, and Fort Lauderdale, where minimalist, light‑filled interiors continue to dominate. For example:
For firms like APA Closet Doors, staying abreast of international design celebrations like Modernism Week helps inform how we design aluminum and glass interior doors that align with modern aesthetics and best‑in‑class function.
Modernism Week 2026
📅 February 12–22, 2026
📍 Palm Springs, California
Tickets and schedules are available online for architecture tours, educational talks, exhibitions, and special events.
Whether you’re a design professional or a homeowner seeking inspiration for your next renovation, Modernism Week 2026 is a source of bold ideas and timeless style.