Own The House From Lethal Weapon 2
The Garcia House, also known as the Rainbow House or otherwise that really cool house in Lethal Weapon 2, is a modernist masterpiece designed by renowned architect John Lautner and maybe it could be yours. Suspended nearly 20 metres above Mulholland Drive in Los Angeles, the property is now on the market for the first time in two decades, with its owners seeking USD $16 million for the iconic example of America’s architectural history.
John Lautner who trained under Frank Lloyd Wright as a junior architect, designed the house for the American composer Russell Garcia in 1962. It has become one of Lautner’s most well-known and celebrated works, and has been featured in numerous publications, including the book “John Lautner, Architect” by historian and architectural critic Esther McCoy. It has also been used as a location for films, music videos, and photo shoots. The current owners, DreamWorks executive Bill Damaschke and his partner John McIlwee, purchased the Garcia House in 2002 from actor Vincent Gallo. The house underwent a historic restoration by Marmol Radziner, with a focus on preserving original details and functionality.
Marketed by Aaron Kirman and Matt Adamo of AKG | Christie’s International Real Estate, highlights include a lava rock entryway, original terrazzo flooring, signature parabolic roof, a large wall of windows, and caissons elevating the structure above the canyon, allowing for panoramic views of Los Angeles. There’s also a raft of cool details like the terrazzo flooring and the coloured stained glass windows to the swift contour of the master bedroom’s ceiling. The house also features a kayak-shaped pool, added in 2008, which is a unique addition that further showcases Lautner’s architectural brilliance. The pool was built using Lautner’s original design, and it is a perfect example of how the architect seamlessly integrated indoor and outdoor spaces, creating a sense of continuity between the two.
The Garcia House is a wonderful testament to the potential of the harmonious and seamless integration of architecture and nature and the beauty and potential of organic architecture. Oh and the fact that it was in Lethal Weapon 2 is pretty cool too.
Images: Roger Davies – Aaron Kirman