New owner of 4221 Agnes Ave, Studio City has applied to totally demolish this historic home and its ~100 year old pecan trees. The house was designed and built by noted LA architects, Arthur and Nina Zwebell. 4221 is one of three preserved historic Zwebell homes on Agnes Ave. The house was built for Zwebell's brother, Albert, and his family.
The Zwebells are known for their courtyard style of apartments, several of which are in the National Register for Historic Places and/or are designated LA Historic Cultural Monuments. The property is graced by three majestic ~100 year old pecans, believed to be part of the original Studio City "Grove".
Fight against the destruction of historic Studio City. Please sign to support our nomination of 4221 Agnes Ave for Historic Cultural Monument status and fight against the demolition of this excellent example of American Colonial Revival architecture designed and built by Nina and Arthur Zwebell.
Thank you!
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April 5, 2018
I drove past the property today and seeing the trees still standing keeps me focused on why we started this fight. People have been reaching out with their own memories of the Zwebell homes which reminds me that this neighborhood heritage belongs to all of us.
April 5, 2018
Seeing this much momentum gives me genuine hope that the Zwebell home will survive long enough to witness another century. My heart feels a little lighter knowing I am not the only one fighting to save these trees and this history from the wrecking ball.
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4221 Agnes Avenue is an important contributing property to a historic neighborhood. It, along with its two neighboring homes, are a classic example of American Colonial Revival architecture. To lose the character of the house will be a terrible loss to the block and the history of the neighborhood. Surely renovations and updates could be done to the house without demolishing the entire building and old trees on the lot. Take a moment to do the right thing!
We have been a neighbor to this beautiful home since 1994. Please join the effort to preserve this treasure. We live at 4227 Agnes Ave. Peter and Daveena Limonick
This home was owned by my previous boss, whom passed away. It needs to stay preserved. We can't let history die also
I lived in Studio City for many years, it's a beautiful area for many reasons but it's homes (and history) like this that make it so special. Please let it stand.
Please help to save this beautiful house (American Colonial Revival architecture designed and built by Nina and Arthur Zwebell). I think it sold for about $1.3 and now the owner plans to tear it down (and the 100 yr old trees) to build a horrendous McMansion. I would love to have the luxury of viewing this Studio City landmark when I'm out walking my dog, and I don't even live in this neighbourhood. PLEASE SHARE AND SIGN!!!
I walk by this wonderful house almost every day, and have enjoyed the special sense of serenity, beauty, and tranquility emanating from it and from the surrounding lovely houses as well.
Come on Mr. New Owner. Stop the McMansion maddess. It will not make you happy. Quite the opposite
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New owner of 4221 Agnes Ave, Studio City has applied to totally demolish this historic home and its ~100 year old pecan trees. The house was designed and built by noted LA architects, Arthur and Nina Zwebell. 4221 is one of three preserved historic Zwebell homes on Agnes Ave. The house was built for Zwebell's brother, Albert, and his family.
The Zwebells are known for their courtyard style of apartments, several of which are in the National Register for Historic Places and/or are designated LA Historic Cultural Monuments. The property is graced by three majestic ~100 year old pecans, believed to be part of the original Studio City "Grove".
Fight against the destruction of historic Studio City. Please sign to support our nomination of 4221 Agnes Ave for Historic Cultural Monument status and fight against the demolition of this excellent example of American Colonial Revival architecture designed and built by Nina and Arthur Zwebell.
Thank you!
Updates
April 5, 2018
I drove past the property today and seeing the trees still standing keeps me focused on why we started this fight. People have been reaching out with their own memories of the Zwebell homes which reminds me that this neighborhood heritage belongs to all of us.
April 5, 2018
Seeing this much momentum gives me genuine hope that the Zwebell home will survive long enough to witness another century. My heart feels a little lighter knowing I am not the only one fighting to save these trees and this history from the wrecking ball.
13 Comments
This residence is part of a set of three which are significant by their style, by their contribution and scale within a beautiful community and by the architects who designed them. It sits right in between a R.M. Schindler House and one of the most scenic parts of the Los Angeles River.
4221 Agnes Avenue is an important contributing property to a historic neighborhood. It, along with its two neighboring homes, are a classic example of American Colonial Revival architecture. To lose the character of the house will be a terrible loss to the block and the history of the neighborhood. Surely renovations and updates could be done to the house without demolishing the entire building and old trees on the lot. Take a moment to do the right thing!
We have been a neighbor to this beautiful home since 1994. Please join the effort to preserve this treasure. We live at 4227 Agnes Ave. Peter and Daveena Limonick
This home was owned by my previous boss, whom passed away. It needs to stay preserved. We can't let history die also
I lived in Studio City for many years, it's a beautiful area for many reasons but it's homes (and history) like this that make it so special. Please let it stand.
Please help to save this beautiful house (American Colonial Revival architecture designed and built by Nina and Arthur Zwebell). I think it sold for about $1.3 and now the owner plans to tear it down (and the 100 yr old trees) to build a horrendous McMansion. I would love to have the luxury of viewing this Studio City landmark when I'm out walking my dog, and I don't even live in this neighbourhood. PLEASE SHARE AND SIGN!!!
I walk by this wonderful house almost every day, and have enjoyed the special sense of serenity, beauty, and tranquility emanating from it and from the surrounding lovely houses as well.
Come on Mr. New Owner. Stop the McMansion maddess. It will not make you happy. Quite the opposite
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This residence is part of a set of three which are significant by their style, by their contribution and scale within a beautiful community and by the architects who designed them. It sits right in between a R.M. Schindler House and one of the most scenic parts of the Los Angeles River.