HOUSE TOUR | Step Inside a Classical Home in London

[@dyinteriors]

It is inspiring to know there are young collectors out there. Perhaps the classics will not die after all!

[@jenh9361]

Absolutely!!!

[@Sechari]

Please let go of your prejudice.. many of these pieces have survived for centuries, and they’ve witnessed every subsequent generation bemoaning the end of taste and culture.

[@amandawoods4051]

Really 🙄

[@dyinteriors]

@@Sechari look, I am a professional decorator for a living and seldom have I had a young client who desires to live in anything but a midcentury modern or modern space. I have older clients who still care about their collections of antique decorative arts. I have been in business for over forty years. I am not speaking without experience here.

[@hazel1960]

@@dyinteriorswell said

[@lolinmelo7296]

Such a beautiful home, he has museum worthy pieces but his home doesn’t feel cold and untouchable, it’s warm and inviting, such a treat to watch 😍

[@starveartist]

Thank you for featuring variety like this, and not just rich white southern housewives in giant McMansions.

[@susanseverance9683]

I think we could remove "white" and "southern" from that sentence, there, that's better.

[@allanrinaldipaone9850]

Here, here!@@susanseverance9683

[@hv1946FLUSA]

I am so sick of seeing those, too.

[@starveartist]

@susanseverance9683 I wrote white because I specifically want to encourage featuring more non-white people's homes from different geographies and financial brackets. I meant what I wrote. There, that's better.

[@hwwh8145]

@@jayt4835 if you think that's bigoted then you need to crawl out from under the dense rock you're living under.

[@carolefreeman2544]

A wonderful talent young man with an eye for amazing art and textiles. A beautiful home,it’s hard to believe it’s just a small rental 2 level flat. The way it is decorated makes it feel like a larger home. Very eclectic but works well. I’m sure he will go far as a designer. 👍❤️🥰🤗🇨🇦

[@nataliebutler]

That's not a small flat by European standards. It's actually a pretty massive rental flat for central London.

[@theartisticmystic4501]

"Toto, we're not in "America" anymore!!! Look at all of these beautiful objects!! They are older than our country!!!" x0x0x0 Love the portrait of Charles II, have never seen anything like it!!! FABULOUS!! Thank you for sharing. . .bravo, welll done! Homeworthy!

[@curatedstyle8645]

I’m a dedicated follower of Homeworthy and this has been by far my favourite house tour. Sophisticated eclecticism and incredibly charming lad (and super cute 😉)

[@marciahodali921]

I do agreed

[@jonpoulda3362]

…and that’s the main reason they chose to showcase him… because idiots like you are more interested in his looks.

[@dobazajr]

Charming indeed and quite a storyteller. ❤

[@starveartist]

What a character. Great to see his appreciation of the past and showing us him towards the beginning of his design career. I can imagine his future as one of those eccentric old men with a house full of priceless antiques. Looking forward to his Homeworthy tour in 2053!!! 😁😁😁

[@monkeygraborange]

How absolutely beautiful. A lovely and thoughtfully gathered collection of possessions which gently speak to each other.

[@jbowers7914]

I love the portrait and it’s not narcissistic. Your home is beautiful.

[@stevefranks1711]

Splendid home tour. Engaging young man. He has a phenomenal voice, accent, and speaking style. A pleasure to listen to him. (And no "ums" or "uhs"!)

[@FemaleVillageElder]

Or”like”

[@littleorchid9202]

I like the fact that he's actually using his antiques not just as a piece of decoration as all people do. Love everything in this house ❤

[@jenh9361]

That's pretty much incorrect... everyone uses their antiques whether they are high high-end or not so much!!! Part of the allure, is their endurance through the ages!!! Antiques, whether they be furniture or fine china, require immense respect and proper care...

[@tobeytravels893]

Adore his genuine appreciation of antiques. Charming home.

[@andreaandrea6716]

I really like the length of these! 40plus minutes really lets us FEEL the interiours and the person creating/living in them. Bravo!

[@claudiamann7111]

What a fascinating home with an incredible collection of antiques. The screen in the dining room is incredible. Love all the history of the pieces. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@davidmcnicol5322]

With limited space he has created a truly exquisite home. Love this❤

[@7ofthem]

You seldom hear French people speaking such beautiful English 👏 charming man

[@allanrinaldipaone9850]

You seldom hear Anglophones speaking anything close to proper English.

[@saradawn9385]

Hard disagree.

[@marsery]

and he's self trained/ taught .

[@7ofthem]

@@allanrinaldipaone9850 There’s no such thing as a “proper English accent” there are over 30 dialects and within that even smaller changes town to town . I believe you are referring to RP . This is no more English than a Geordie accent , or a cockney or Yorkshire or any other .

[@Chris_UES]

interesting mix of public school, RP and North London slipping in every now and then! Pretty amazing as a 2nd language.

[@irenetovar7756]

I love his antiques and the way he styled his home. It doesn't feel stuffy. It feels welcoming. He's also very cute and love his personality

[@StevenBarr-c5x]

Good luck to you young man. Well done. Your eye, authenticity and enthusiasm will take you far indeed. You had me at thee empty champagne bottles, picnic baskets and parquet floor on concrete.

[@arlenecal]

Love, love this home! The pieces owned are just so beautiful. When do you see such a collection of art, antiques and pure European style in a apartment flat. Thank you Homeworthy in finding Lucas Rufin and allowing a tour of his home.

[@SusanWilliams-e4h]

I could listen to Lucas talk all day long! He has a wonderful eye for design and his home reflects such warmth and interest. Oh, and what a great portrait his friend painted of him. Fabulous! Loved this episode of Homeworthy.

[@debracano6233]

What a very interesting and lovely home. So many treasures: the incredible screen, the Don Quixote tapestry, the church embroidery, the gilt China set, the portrait done by his friends - many wonderful things beautifully arranged. It was so enjoyable hearing his story, and ideas, and descriptions of his furnishings.

[@jameshaddan8538]

One of my favourite homes so far…he has an incredible eye and creates an exquisite combination of comfort and elegance. Also, he’s quite charming!

[@ShyDog827]

This is was really enjoyable . Learning a bit of his background helps you appreciate his design process ; I could see a bit of theater in each room .

[@jilltodd622]

Charming home with unpretentious host. A refreshing respite from the real housewives of Texas. 🎉💙🇬🇧

[@susie-k-q]

LOL

[@susanshattuck4911]

I could listen to this nice man talk all day. Sophisticated and beautiful space.

[@reneepennell3372]

I loved this one! What a super romantic, neoclassical style❤ He is also super charming 😍 He reminds me of the crushworthy British singers from the 80's ( and, I mean that in the best way possible 😇)

[@pattifeatheringill7600]

Bravo!!!!! This Gulf Coast Girl is so in love with this interior!

[@livmuller7109]

This is one of my favorite homes, simple and not cluttered. Stunning decor.

[@errata9968]

What a charming young man!

[@sharonkaysnowton]

Lucas has a beautiful home. I like how he has decorated it.

[@jenh9361]

Gorgeous... Simple Elegance!!! This was a fabulous home tour! Thank you so much for sharing ❤️

[@mI-lh7ro]

Fantastic place, saving this video to watch over and over.

[@suecox2308]

A beautiful home filled with lovely things and a charming and gracious host.

[@JohnofVA]

Absolutely Lovely! This charming flat is now on the top of my list of greatest Homeworthy videos.

[@jamesallison4875]

Absolutely charming in every way. Love anyone who puts pictures on the floor and has a collection of bottles like an undergrad. Bloomsbury is a wonderful area of London. Great good fortune in life, young man. You are very talented.

[@suemccoy7533]

Lucas is very charming, as he his home. What a lovely warm home filled with beautiful antique art and furnishings. He is very talented as one can see, by how he decorated his flat.

[@tiffanycurtis4794]

Why did this tour just relax me from all the things go wrong I had happen to me today 🤣💚🤣

[@toosense]

Tomorrow will be a better day. ❤

[@tiffanycurtis4794]

@@toosense it was because I gave it to god thank you my friend 😗

[@bplatt1069]

Monsieur Rufin, thank you for sharing your home. As a Francophile, I very much appreciate your sensibilities. From your attire to your furniture and appointments, I admire your work and presentation. Vous etes tres beau!

[@carroll11000]

Bravo !!!! This was truly a delight !

[@Redpill1962]

Yes ! A great individual home and looks lived in ! More of this please homeworthy !

[@susie-k-q]

I Effen love Homeworthy...this was great entertainment this Friday evening... Cheeers!!!!

[@shannoncook9915]

I could sit & listen to him talk for hours.... Beautiful place!!

[@shonabeggs4640]

Beautiful very calming space. I can imagine being alone there just as easily as having friends for a chatty dinner and drinks party. Lucas is very interesting young man. The portrait of him is stunning. One of my favourite Homeworthy tours.

[@Zoe.TheBody360]

Its lovely to see a young person so in love with classic pieces. He has collated some amazing pieces and I am sure as much flair as a designer.

[@our_organicmodernhome]

This has to be one of my top favourites of all tours, I absolutely loved it! Lucas has created an exquisite home so beautifully thought out and he was such a fabulous host, bravo! 🤩

[@lisahoerr9713]

Love his style and taste! Fabulous!

[@PrimroseRebellion]

Absolutely delightful! A breath of fresh air 🍸🍸

[@Sunshine-ox3hc]

I intensely like this flat. It is drool-worthy.

[@Pinerocks]

He is captivating! The home is enchanting too! I laughed when he said “a bit knackered”!! 😂🤣

[@ninakerstetter579]

So heartening to see younger generation collecting & valuing antiques. Your home is beautiful. I was especially enamored with the screen and the flooring. Gorgeous!

[@donaldauguston9740]

Thank you, Lucas. I could not have enjoyed your home tour more. Take care and have a fabulous Holiday Season. DA (Vancouver, WA - USA)

[@Stumpybear7640]

This guy and Rajiv would have an amazing conversation ❤❤❤

[@Kookka_]

Was totally thinking about Rajiv while watching this! Two beautiful old souls.

[@alienspotter422]

I was thinking the same! They definitely would.

[@mytobytobster]

This just marvelous - I never wanted it to end. He is utterly charming and eludes just love of his home.

[@cheekyllamacreations]

What a lovely man and a beautiful home. All that wonderful art…wow! This has to be one of my favourites on Homeworthy . I couldn’t get Lucas’s accent at first, it sounded like a mixture of London and somewhere in Europe but I couldn’t place it. Of course, as soon as he mentioned France it was obvious. I love how he pronounces the word “noice” (nice) very “Londoney” (I’m a Londoner and just made that word up lol). A great 42 minute video which seemed to fly by so fast! 💕👌🏼

[@grandaflora4191]

A very interesting man and home. I like that he embraces imperfections and patina. It makes his home feel so comfortable and inviting.

[@piedwagtailrameau]

Such a beautiful, calm and peaceful space. Love listening to stories of houses and their personal tastes of decorating

[@fezimathumbu5753]

Thank you Homeworthy, lovely beautiful flat😍😍.

[@Ingrid-rq3mo]

What a unique home and what a lovely guy ❤️🙏

[@kathyestes6577]

Loved the charm of kitchen.

[@patriciahawks1511]

That screen is magnificent!

[@karenstanislaw8912]

This young man is his fabrics, are his antiques. Very little casm between object and soul.

[@marilyn7772]

Love the kitchen and bottle collection❤️

[@michellejolly7325]

Beautiful, elegant & interesting home!❤

[@bennyboy0421]

I love his sense and sensibility! 🎶

[@kimberlystuiver2850]

Unique and creative. Thank you.

[@ianbertus1119]

.. so lovely to hear the young guy taking us through his possessions with so much of passion. Covering the fireplace with that framed cloth, would not have been my choice as it also visually constricts the space of the hall. Same effect is given by the large commode, that takes so much of the space of the room.

[@jakecavendish3470]

Yes there is a bit of a scale issue which is a shame as the rooms above basement level have decent proportions but a lot of the contents ruin the innate scale of the rooms

[@tmr3109]

Love the screen and the Don Quijote tapiz, lovely objects!

[@sharonevans6261]

I love the London homes

[@coniwatson9512]

Great kitchen glad they didn't destroy it .

[@Lea-zf7lm]

A stunningly beautiful kitchen. I'm feeling quite jealous atm 😊

[@marioestrada3466]

Lucas , Hello from Australia, congratulations , everything Beautiful !

[@ThePetrosk4]

How exciting to see a young person with a budget

[@JohnJSteinbeck]

What a beautiful, enchanting, and endearing habitat.. Lucas seems to be an intriguing mixture of many parts, Charlie Chaplin Quentin Crisp King Charles Peter Sellers Leo Sayer, and Dick Van Dyke. What an accent. Thank you for showing us around Lucas.

[@jakecavendish3470]

Yes I was also thinking Quentin Crisp!

[@eatenalive85]

What a lovely young man and what a lovely home. I like how he appreciates antiques and history. I much prefer these types of videos instead of the cookie cutter McMansions.

[@cmarq817]

Really charming house. Charm is the word for sure ❤

[@dolcevitausa6448]

I love it...this home is eclectic but rich in color and textures.

[@JJ33438]

I love your decor - you need some nice antique reading lamps next to the chairs and sofa. love the antiques! thanks for this.

[@rmonson5002]

Oh my God, Lucas is adorable. I felt like I was watching Mr. Darcy! And the flat is so well done. I LOVE that kitchen and dining room.

[@johnwilliamtuckey2796]

I adore this man and love his home! ❤ Such a wonderful place and an extreme departure from seeing so many homes from Taxas.

[@allanrinaldipaone9850]

That's Texas, John.

[@hv1946FLUSA]

Amen! Sick of seeing those overdone homes and pretentious owners.

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

He’s almost got it right. He needs some Steerhorns on the top of that big painting.

[@JLgG2454]

Enchanting 'episode' serendipitously fitting to see Lucas Rufin landing in a neighbourhood 'carrying' the Bloomsbury name rich in cultural diversity, Thank You for an enchanting visual journey!

[@norahdenovan8658]

I so enjoyed this, what a gorgeous young man 😍just adore him& his beautiful home, wish him lots of luck in his endeavours ❤

[@leahhamdaoui7755]

bravO Rufin !! Your home is homely, elegant, quirky and inviting and graced by your charming english accent :-) ⭐⭐

[@juliej5917]

Lucas has an older American version of himself living in Massachusetts I believe. Not a doppelgänger, but a man with the finest of taste and living amongst treasures from long ago. What a treasure amongst his treasures! 🎉

[@naurrrre]

he sounds so polite and nice

[@saraheschweiler4939]

Charming host, talented designer, lovely home. Thank you for your cheerful & thoughtful tour. 🙏🌿💐🌿😊🌿💐🌿🙏

[@bifeldman]

Charming.

[@PeaceLuvnUnderstanding]

So classy and elegant

[@karenskinner4892]

Stunning I love this..he is so original and charachterful

[@sirreynolds1681]

Lovely young man’s treasures. I was once like him

[@hazel1960]

How exquisite tiny but mighty in elegance Well done I found him rather interesting and so knowledgeable Great job

[@jimandjudyc48]

Charming young man, with an equally charming home.

[@debrahayes3778]

All around lovely! Thank you for a quality tour!

[@HectorDelapoerberesford]

He is soooo much like Quentin Crisp!

[@jakecavendish3470]

Yes the resemblance to a young Quentin Crisp is quite uncanny, they really should cast him in some kind of biopic of him although there was one not that long ago

[@JakeBlake-vc3tw]

​@@jakecavendish3470 I agree, he looks so much like the photos of Crisp at the same age and his voice is also quite similar!

[@huniulee8050]

I love your blue and white tea cups and tea pot, very Chinese:-) Thank you for sharing your home with us.

[@fashionforwarddd]

I really enjoyed this video! I love his personality and his museum like interior. Which is one of my favorite if not favorite interior design aesthetics ❤

[@p.wesleyburrowsjr6576]

Love this guy. Beautiful Apartment.

[@Mr_Cheesey]

He reminds me of a young Marc Bolan - adorable!! ❤

[@edramirez1240]

A truly beautiful and incredible place.

[@libbyhinson4676]

How beautiful, exactly how I would think a London house would be! ❤️

[@Scotchirish-SL]

The dining room is my favorite space with the bonus of being attached to that charming kitchen! Lucas seems soooo at home in that space. Also love the “new” reclaimed flooring in the basement level. Warm and beautiful!

[@hereforit2347]

Love the scarf. 🧣