John Stamos defends divisive design of his love-it-or-hate-it former California home: ‘Giant box of tacky’

Uncle Jessie wants fans to “Have mercy!” on his interior decorating — or what they think is his stylistic taste.

Famed “Full House” star John Stamos’ former Calabasas, California estate hit the market last month for $13 million, The Post reported. Not everyone was a fan of its bold new look. The marble-clad mansion, which features Panda marble floors and gold-clad toilets, caused quite a stir online.

The Instagram account IG Mansion shared photos of the home to a barrage of comments, House Beautiful reported

Stamos sold the house in 2001 for $2.15 million. Getty Images for AARP

The mansion’s Mediterranean facade was maintained by its current owners. Andrew Orozco, Open House

The opulent remodel of the property cost the current owners upwards of $3 million, their broker told The Post. Andrew Orozco, Open House

“A giant box of tacky” and “Tacky AF” were variations on a similar refrain. Some commenters even poked fun at Stamos: “Damn, Uncle Jessie and the Rippers made a lot more money than we thought,” one commenter wrote. 

The Instagram carousel amassed nearly 900 opinionated comments, including one from Stamos himself. The 61-year-old actor chimed in on IG Mansion’s post last week. 

“In my defense, I sold that house many years ago and it has been ‘redecorated,’” Stamos wrote. His comment has since gained 3,118 likes, and expressions of relief from his avid fans.

“Whew! Glad to hear that because it’s REALLY gaudy,” one commenter replied. 

The black and white kitchen. Andrew Orozco, Open House

The formal dining area. Andrew Orozco, Open House

The master suite. Andrew Orozco, Open House

All seven bathrooms include gold-clad toilets. Andrew Orozco, Open House

“We know you have great taste,” another wrote. “Always the cool uncle Jessie.”

“I was going to say, no way this is his house, there’s no Disney stuff anywhere!” another wrote, referencing the star’s self-proclaimed ‘Disney adult’ status. 

The opulent home, however, did receive some praise from luxury-loving commenters. “Let me get my checkbook,” one wrote, “I think I could be very happy there,” another added. 

Stamos built the house in the early ‘90s, at the height of his “Full House” fame. The 8,147-square-foot property has changed hands more than once since then. Justin Aguilera, a one-time Republican congressional hopeful, and his wife, Candace, bought the home in 2020. 

A professional glam room. Andrew Orozco, Open House

The home’s aesthetic extends to the bar. Andrew Orozco, Open House

The couple maintained Stamos’ Mediterranean facade but reimagined the interiors with the inspiration of “Great Gatsby at night,” the property’s broker, Compass’ Alessandro Corona, previously told The Post. 

“The interior has been entirely transformed to this new white, black and gold, shiny, gaudy masterpiece,” Alessandro told The Post.

The Aguileras’ maximalist vision included rare Panda marble floors, fireplaces, walls and countertops, as well as plentiful gold accents — including toilets — and crystal chandeliers. The 6-acre property also includes a pool with mountain views, multiple travertine terraces and, the listing notes, room for a helicopter pad.

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