New Malibu Mansion Owner Criticizes Kanye's 'Dumb' Renovations
- Bo Belmont acquired Kanye West's Malibu mansion for under $22 million after West purchased it for $57.25 million in 2021.
- West made significant alterations to the property, including removing windows, doors, and plumbing, which Belmont criticized as unnecessary.
- Belmont intends to restore the mansion to its original design, emphasizing that the removal of the floors' glazing was a particularly poor decision.
Kanye West's Malibu mansion, designed by renowned architect Tadao Ando, has been sold to Bo Belmont, CEO of Belwood Investments, for under $22 million. The property, originally purchased by West for $57.25 million in 2021, underwent significant alterations during his ownership, including the removal of windows, doors, and plumbing. Belmont expressed his intention to restore the home to its original state, criticizing West's changes as largely cosmetic and unnecessary. He specifically highlighted the removal of the glazing on the floors as a particularly poor decision. Belmont aims to erase West's influence on the property, which was initially listed for $53 million before being reduced to $39 million. Despite the extensive renovations, the structural integrity of the mansion remains intact, allowing Belmont to focus on restoring its original design. West's ambitious but unrealized ideas for the home included transforming stairs into slides and floors into trampolines, showcasing his unconventional vision for the space.