Where to Stay
A-Z West
Andrea Zittel is one of the leading figures on the art scene here, having moved out to the desert two decades ago to create an art out of living-literally. Now you can stay in the house or the guest house she built, with the quietly elegant furnishings and handmade ceramics that she has developed, flavored with Zen and Bauhaus inspirations. The guest house is ideal for one or two people, as it's a furnished one bedroom with a full bath and kitchen, and gorgeous views from the living room of the vast expanse of desert and mountains. If you want more space, check out the house, which is rented through Homestead Modern. Even better, time your visit for when the working studio is open for tours—they do weaving and ceramics there, which are available for purchase. Right now, that's about two Saturdays a month, but book in advance, as tours often sell out.