Architecture in Joshua Tree - Rosa Muerta

Rosa Muerta has a double life. If you websearch its name, you will find that it isn't just listed with overused buzzwords like "architectural" or "modern", but it is the real thing, and has a well-documented unique place in contemporary culture including international architecture press, fashion, art and culture projects. However, architecture is about people and experiences- not just photos. So, it is made available to visitors who enjoy it as a private, quiet and inspiring place that is full of comforts, experiences, and ideas that you will find nowhere else.

The single most valuable thing we offer, that even the most luxurious hotels can only pretend to, is authentic architecture with new ideas, that rewards the consideration that you give to it, and a truly unique place. Something magic happens when you find yourself in a place that isn't an imitation of somewhere else. There is a great sense of focus, and the time and place are truly your own, and your memories have a setting that holds forever.

The space-
Rosa Muerta is a pavillion in the desert and takes advantage of the mild weather with an architecture of walls without roofs, and roofs without walls. It offers luxurious amenities while paradoxically remaining connected in a deep way to the elemental rawness of the desert. It is very black.

The house has a large suite style bedroom. The bed is sheltered by block walls and a black stained wood roof, but planters filled with blooming occotillo on either side are open to the sky and bring desert breezes through at night. There is a glass roofed fully equipped kitchen where you can cook a gourmet meal, a black mirrored vanity with a black glass sink, and a huge shower with a built-in bench and open beams to the sky above.

This is adjoined by an outdoor living room that is cut down into the desert floor and surrounded by a custom formed block-screen wall and ornate wrought iron screens that completely slide open to the surrounding desert. It is equipped with a barbeque and sink for outdoor cooking and catering, an ipod/cd stereo, a huge heated and jetted spa, and a fire pit. All of this is under a mirrored canopy that reflects the fire light, the pool light, and the surrounding sand and sky.

The single most valuable thing we offer, that even the most deluxe hotels can only pretend to, is authentic architecture. Something magic happens when you find yourself in a place that isn't an imitation of somewhere else. There is a great sense of focus, and the time and place are truly your own.

This house was constructed, and is managed and maintained by architect Robert Stone as an open gesture to share his handcrafted and conceptually layered architecture with people who have common interests. Guests are asked to please introduce themselves, their group and their plans. Our goal is to find a way to accommodate anyone who really connects with the place and wants to visit.

Other things to note-
We're located at the base of a mountain 5miles from "downtown" Joshua Tree but when we publish the address we get architecture tourists driving up the private road, so we keep it a secret unless you are a guest. The address noted on this ad is the center of town, not the house location- The real address will be provided upon reservation.
No pets
Photography restrictions- no production
No additional visitors or day guests
Wifi service provided by the local companies this far out in the desert is inferior to anything you are used to. However, all cell phones work very well at this location so if you set your device up as a mobile hotspot you'll get better service than any local companies provide.

Please understand that most of our guests do not come through VRBO - the calendar on this site may be incomplete. Please inquire to see if the house is a good fit for your plans and for open dates.