Let the Sun In–Todd Oldham Presents Alexander Girard

By popular demand, Todd Oldham returns to Modernism Week to present his signature fast-paced presentation showcasing the vibrant and iconic designs of Alexander Girard. A visual feast from over 800 images, some never published before, to be found in his lavish new book, Alexander Girard, Let in the Sun, co-authored by Kiera Coffee and published by Phaidon (2024). 

Alexander Girard was a leading figure in midcentury American design, bringing sensational color and pattern to the Modernist aesthetic. Organized by discipline, this stunning monograph covers Girard’s prolific and groundbreaking output across textiles, furniture, interior design, graphic design, illustration, and architecture. 

Favoring geometric patterns in as many palettes as possible, Girard is best known for his textiles series for design company Herman Miller, and his commercial interior projects, including La Fonda del Sol restaurant in New York and the Braniff International Airways rebrand. 

This fascinating newly published book covers Girard's wide-ranging impact on design, from textiles and wallpapers to painstakingly detailed interiors and curatorial projects. Extensively researched and thoughtfully assembled by Todd Oldham and Kiera Coffee, in partnership with Girard Studio, the book features double gatefolds that immerse the reader in Girard's object design sketches, the vibrant environmental panels created for Herman Miller's Action Office project, his designs for Braniff International Airways, and his tireless explorations in textile design. A book signing will follow the presentation. 

Todd Oldham is a designer known for his successes in the fashion and design industries fueled by his DIY approach to design. He is the author of over 25 books and runs his eponymous design studio. His most recent title is Alexander Girard, Let in the Sun, co-authored by Kiera Coffee and published by Phaidon (2024). Todd has worked with the nation’s biggest retailers over the last decade to continually innovate the arts and crafts landscape, most currently with his line of creativity kits and supplies, Smarts & Crafts.

$35 

Things To KnowAges 13 and older
This is an indoor activity
Wheelchair accessible
Parking and handicap parking available
Seated activity
Restrooms are available
No smoking or e-cigarettes

Important InformationThe entrance to the Annenberg Theater is located behind the Annenberg Theater Box Office, adjacent to the Palm Springs Art Museum's North Parking Lot.
Ample free public parking is available in the multi-level public garage across from the Palm Springs Art Museum.
The organizer of this event is Modernism Week Annenberg Theater Activity.

Check-in Location Annenberg Theater
Palm Springs Art Museum
101 N Museum Dr
Palm Springs, CA 92262View Map

Photo Credits: Phaidon Press, Todd Oldham Studio, Alexander Girard Studio {"locationAddressVisibility":"visible"}