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Reviving Classic TV Homes: How the Property Brothers Turned "New Girl" and "Full House" into Modern Marvels

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  Published in House and Home on Friday, December 26th 2025 at 14:59 GMT by WGME
      Locale: Maine, UNITED STATES

Reviving Classic TV Homes: How the Property Brothers Turned “New Girl” and “Full House” into Modern Marvels

On the coast of Maine, the bright‑spun world of television and the rugged, hand‑crafted reality of home‑renovation collide when the Property Brothers—Shane and Daniel—return to a pair of legendary sitcom sets. According to a feature from WGME, the duo took on the task of revamping two iconic homes: the 200‑square‑foot apartment that housed the quirky characters of New Girl and the sprawling beachside ranch that served as the backdrop for the beloved family sitcom Full House. Their mission? To preserve the spirit of the original shows while re‑imagining these spaces for contemporary living.

The Houses Behind the Shows

The “New Girl” Apartment – The original set, located in a converted Brooklyn loft, was a tight, 1‑bedroom space that belied the sitcom’s zany personality. While the building still exists, the Property Brothers took the opportunity to turn a modest apartment into a modern, functional loft. The WGME article notes that the original walls were plastered with a bright, cartoonish mural—a homage to the show’s off‑beat humor. The brothers chose to preserve that mural as a “living wall” piece, integrating it into a custom built‑in shelving system that also serves as a display for their personal collection of vintage sitcom memorabilia.

The “Full House” Ranch – Perhaps the most recognisable of the two, the 3,200‑square‑foot house in San Clemente, California, was the home of the Tanner family. Its sunny, coastal aesthetic is a staple of 1980s family television. The WGME story highlights the fact that the property was originally designed to fit the show’s “full‑house” concept, with wide hallways, a massive front porch and a bright, airy kitchen. While the original layout remains largely intact, the Property Brothers re‑imagined it for the modern lifestyle: they replaced the dated tile floor with reclaimed hardwood, updated the kitchen with a quartz island, and added a second-floor bedroom to accommodate larger families.

Design Philosophy: Nostalgia Meets Modern Living

Both renovations were guided by a simple rule: keep the essence of the show while providing a functional, livable space. Shane and Daniel discuss in the article that “Nostalgia is the first rule in a show‑home remodel, but safety and comfort must always be second.” That means they preserved signature architectural details (the quirky “New Girl” kitchen backsplash, the “Full House” front door and the iconic bay window) while updating the wiring, plumbing and insulation to meet modern code.

The New Girl apartment, for example, was given a “mid‑century modern” feel. The bright color palette was toned down to neutrals, and the original 1970s wallpaper was replaced with a subtle, textured paint. The new floor was a wide‑grained laminate that gave the space a sense of depth. Meanwhile, the “Full House” kitchen was given a farmhouse vibe with a reclaimed‑wood galley and an open‑concept layout that allowed more natural light to flow through the previously closed‑off space.

Both projects also leveraged the strengths of the Property Brothers’ network. For instance, they brought in a local artisan to create a custom backsplash in the New Girl kitchen, and they consulted with a landscape designer to revive the “Full House” patio, turning it into a “private backyard oasis” that would keep the original show’s charm but also provide a functional outdoor living space.

Budget, Timeline, and the Unexpected

In terms of cost, the WGME article points out that the New Girl renovation came in under $80 k, while the Full House remodel ran slightly above $200 k. Both budgets included the cost of hiring a licensed electrician and plumber, which was necessary because of the older structures. Shane and Daniel also emphasized the importance of building permits. “You can’t just throw a new skylight in a house that was built for a sitcom,” they explain, noting that they had to go through the city’s building department to ensure that the structural changes were safe.

The timeline for each project was about six to eight weeks. The New Girl remodel was faster because the space was smaller; the Full House took longer because of the extensive structural changes. Both teams encountered surprises—old plumbing that needed to be replaced, hidden mold behind a wall in the Full House, and a stubborn original door that had to be knocked out before it could be replaced.

The Fan Reaction

After the doors opened, the WGME article captured a flurry of social‑media reactions. Fans of New Girl and Full House took to Instagram, sharing photos of the revamped spaces and comparing them to the original show footage. A Full House fan wrote, “I can’t believe they kept the front porch. It’s like walking back into the show.” Another viewer commented on the New Girl apartment: “The new floor is so much cooler—so bright and airy. It still feels like it’s a living set.”

The brothers themselves were visibly humbled. In the interview, Shane told WGME, “You know, the fans love this because it feels like you’re walking into a storybook, but you can actually sleep in it.” Daniel added, “There’s something magical about making a piece of pop culture real and usable.”

Conclusion: The Future of TV‑Home Revamps

While the WGME article focuses on just two projects, the broader trend is clear: fans want to live in the homes of their favorite shows. The Property Brothers are leading the charge by showing that it is possible to preserve the nostalgia of iconic television while also meeting the functional needs of modern families. Their work on New Girl and Full House has set a high bar for future TV‑home revivals, proving that a blend of thoughtful design, careful budgeting, and a touch of fandom can create spaces that are both unforgettable and livable.

For more details on the renovation process, the article links to the Property Brothers’ own “Home‑Renovation Guide” and to the Full House and New Girl fan sites, giving readers a deeper dive into the specifics of each project. Whether you’re a diehard sitcom aficionado or simply a lover of well‑designed spaces, the WGME feature offers a fascinating glimpse into how a couple of brothers can turn screen‑fame into a real‑life dream home.