When legendary singer and movie star Frank Sinatra first commissioned his home in Palm Springs, he had no idea he would soon set the area abuzz with Hollywood<\/a> magic. The star\u2019s Desert Modernist masterpiece in the Movie Colony neighbourhood, a historic enclave that went on to attract countless film stars, is still a must-see landmark in the area that oozes Golden Age glamour and history.<\/p>\n As his primary residence from 1948 to 1957, the lavish estate saw everything, from his infamous star-studded cocktail hours to his turbulent relationship with fellow Hollywood actor Ava Gardner<\/a>. Take a look at Frank\u2019s former home, the Twin Palms Estate, and discover why the lavish spot remains iconic to this day.<\/p>\n The modernist architecture was said to suit the desert landscape better<\/p>\n Frank Sinatra first arrived in Palm Springs in 1947, seeking a sanctuary from the chaos of Hollywood. Designer E. Stewart Williams was tasked with bringing the star\u2019s vision to life, which was initially a Georgian-style mansion \u2013 however when presented with two blueprints, one for his Georgian dreamhouse and one for a more modernist design, Frank is said to have fallen in love<\/a> with the latter.\u00a0<\/p>\n The home is now one of the finest examples of Desert Modernism, and was also completed in record time \u2013 rumour has it<\/a> the My Way hitmaker wanted it finished in time to host a New Year\u2019s Eve \u2018do.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n The home became known as the Twin Palms Estate<\/p>\n Twin palm trees became an iconic feature of the home\u2019s exterior, and the star was rumoured to raise a Jack Daniels flag during cocktail hour, a ceremonial way of gathering his star-studded neighbours for a legendary bash. His arrival in the quiet neighbourhood was the catalyst for many Hollywood stars to take up residence nearby \u2013 from Bob Hope to Cary Grant.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Frank worked on his infamous music from the comfort of his Palm Springs abode<\/p>\n As well as a place to let loose with fellow Hollywood elites, Twin Palms also became the site of Frank\u2019s musical genius. The That\u2019s Life singer was said to have experimented with arrangements<\/a> for his music from the comfort of his living room, with the space decked out with professional-level recording equipment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n The infamous piano-shaped pool where Frank would entertain guests<\/p>\n The sprawling home is 4,500 square feet, featuring four bedrooms, seven bathrooms, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a uniquely shaped piano pool \u2013 fitting for the legendary musician. While he lived in the opulent estate with Ava Gardner, Frank had his own bedroom in a separate wing, reportedly valuing his privacy<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n![\"visitgreaterpalmsprings.com](\"https:\/\/images.hellomagazine.com\/horizon\/original_aspect_ratio\/01fcb9f9482c-gps21franksinatraresidencea7s0069401.jpg\")
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