Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger Face Backlash Over Historic Home Demolition
Guardians of the Galaxy star Chris Pratt and children’s book author Katherine Schwarzenegger have faced backlash after revealing their plans to demolish the Zimmerman House, an architecturally historic home in Los Angeles.
Purchased in early 2023 for $12.5 million, the midcentury modern house designed by Emiel Becsky was originally a one-story building. The couple, who share two young children, has submitted a proposal to tear down the property and build a new two-story home with a swimming pool and pool house.
Preservationists and architecture enthusiasts have expressed outrage on social media, criticizing the decision to demolish such a significant building. The Los Angeles Conservancy highlighted the Zimmerman House’s importance as a noteworthy example of Modernist design from its era.
Despite the controversy, Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger have not responded to requests for comment from E! News. The fate of the Zimmerman House remains uncertain as the demolition plans are evaluated by the city.
