John here. Thank you all for watching and for these kind comments. I'm very touched. :) And thank you to Homeworthy for this feature, it was super fun!

What an adorable apartment. It goes to show you don’t need to have boat loads of money to have an absolutely wonderful home. Simply lovely!

I like this guy. He is very human and his place looks cozy and fantastic.

The picture of you and your siblings with all those shoes speaks volumes. Your Mum is such an inspiration to her Son. Happy Memories

Very home-y. Awesome to think NYC is outside his door. His space and quiet and comforting inside.

Lovely space for what seems like a lovely person. Thanks for having us.

I was touched by how many times John referred to family and friends. This is a real home, filled with special items, old and new, and treasured photos. Great creativity , problem solving and collected style. I love how the blanket is rippled on the bed. This is a warm and happy home.

Cozy is right. This reminds me of certain of my apartments over the years. I love that it's not your typical over-decorated pristine pad. It truly looks like a home and I could walk right in and just lay down on that couch with the remote lol.

John comes across as being a very sweet man. He painstakingly takes you through every room and describes just about everything in it. He has decorated his apartment with things he loves. He has made the apartment totally his. I love it.

What gorgeous details... the arch between the living and dining room is everything!!! That alone would make me say "I'll take it!" Love all the muted blues and patterns, and the pop of the golden soft yellows. I too, have a table and lamp obsession. It is so charming how he mentions his childhood home. It must have been a happy one, as he has little omages to it everywhere. And to his Mom, who obviously did a wonderful job. And nothing warms up a space more than pillows and throws. Covering the boarded up window with the custom art is pure genius!!!!! Its so unique and looks completely intentional. The dining room hutch is perfect . It almost looks like an original old built in. This is truly a reflection of you, your life, your upbringing, your love of family. Makes me happy for you.

John, you are a doll. This is lovely, cozy, beautiful, serene, elegant, and charming all at once. You did a wonderful job and I loved this video. Inspiring (as an NYer myself, I know what it is like to find a space like this, affordably -- you killed it).

I could live there. Great Job.

Oh my GOSH! I just remembered- in the late 90’s, that I once said to MY mother: “I just think there are too many little tables in the sitting room!” There were not! She knew what she was doing! Oh my gosh! My mother knew what she was doing😢 I miss her!

Bring back family photos in interior design. This guy really could start a trend on how to do it right! ❤❤

That's a pretty spacious rail-road apartment. Most of them are very narrow, long and dark. This one is quite wide and has tall ceilings, mouldings and large windows. Shame they sealed and painted over the shutters though. Fabulous interiors.

The shoe photo did it for me.

This was a walk down memory lane back to my Uncle Frank’s Brooklyn apartment in the 50’s and 60’s. He had a railroad apartment in the Greenpoint area. But unfortunately, I have no photos of the apartment or the ‘Stoop’ outside of the front door. He was on the third floor. My mother, who also made Kolaches, my sister and I would come during summer vacation and stay for 6 weeks every year. The kitchen was huge but just simple kitchen appliances and a large kitchen table, with the only bathroom off the kitchen, very uncomfortable. And we hung the wash on a line out the kitchen window with a pulley. It was dark because of the straight design. I remember that there were windows in the walls between the two bedrooms and living room at the front. I think the windows were to allow some daylight through those three rooms from the front room, facing the street. And until I watched your video I did not recall an extra exit door, but I now remember a door the was always locked and never used. I loved my time in Brooklyn and walking on the Avenue. The gorgeous movie theaters in those days were a fabulous treat. And the malted milkshakes. John, your apartment is totally charming, cozy, adorable and a reflection of your personalty. I love it! Thank you for sharing it with us. I think I would love to meet your Mother, she raised a terrific boy. Great photos of your childhood and family add to entire ambience of your home. Just lovely. I have a precious photo of my Mother and Aunt walking to work in Manhattan with their brown paper bags of lunch which was taken in the 40’s, when they lived in Brooklyn. Perhaps living at the time in their brother's Brooklyn apartment, while he was off to war.

So refreshing to hear someone talking about budget restrictions

HAVE A BEAUTIFUL WEEKEND MY HOMEWORTHY WATCHIN FAMILY💚

What a wonderful "big boy apartment". Such a lovely young man and gracious host. I'll bet his game nights and other gatherings are a lot of comfortable fun. I love that he had a wonderful home and childhood growing up. I love his tributes to them. Very tasteful decor. That hutch is everything and meant to be there.

John your apt. is absolutely perfect

Love how he decorated this apartment. Love that it's in Brooklyn!

Love him and his home❤❤❤❤

I had to freeze the video to see your sister’s painting of the tree. So cool! I found the people in the tree playing musical instruments! She’s very talented as it seems your entire family are.

Best design showcase on this channel, in my opinion. I was immediately drawn to the three art pieces he then proceeded to highlight as his own art, sister's art, and mom's art, the talent and style really is in his DNA and it shows. Loved his commentary, so real. Cheers!

Absolutely LOVED this episode!!! ❤ Thank you, John, (and Homeworthy) for inviting us in!! Your down-to-earth narration of your tasteful, charming, interesting, cozy, intimate, positively delightful space was such a breath of fresh air!

One of my favorite Home Worthy house tours .... such a cozy thoughtful space .... I love the influence from your childhood home and your passion for Lamps ~ I have the same passion !! Delightful ~ like you

I am constantly amazed at how creative people get with older, smaller apartments. John did an amazing job decorating his cute apartment, so cozy too. A guest room? Woot? How fortunate for that space. I think I would have done the same thing by putting the living room in the larger space even though the kitchen would be off my bedroom. Who cares, you do whatever works for you. Great job John.

Your Mum must be so proud of her Son❤one of my favorites on Homeworthy. It’s home

The china set looks like a build-in. I love the picture of your mom encapsulated on her shoes, the male picture ( a boy-friend & the whole strategist of your home decoration. You inspired me to continue on coming to turn with my own feelings of decorating my apartment according to how I really wanted. Looking at your apartment reminds me to do all I could in the moment.

What a fabulous space! John's passion shows through in his amazing sense of comfort and ease, curated and classy! I adore this space! It's like one big embrace and says "welcome you can stay and sit down"...such a rarity! So many other spaces are ridiculously off putting and unwelcoming, John's level of design shows deep meaning behind every aspect and the energy it displays, and has this deep knowledge of knowing that it's all reflecting on the realness of the individual in the space, and that's rare.

This is a beautiful home...so inspirational for me to see. Watched parts of it multiple times so as to not miss anything. What an eye for comfort, design, color, and even a touch of drama...LOVE it!!! Thank you for sharing John Dittrick's gorgeous "cocoon" with the rest of us lucky people...

This living room deserves an opulent glass light fixture on the ceiling the rest is amazing great space. You are a very warm person, your home is a great reflection to it. Thanks for the kolaches recipe🎉

Your mum was COOL 🎉 That photograph should be a Manolo or Louboutin campaign ❤❤❤

Lovely tour but what really comes through is his spirit. What a mensch! His love for his family and reminisces are as moving as his undeniable style. Really cool!

John, congrats on creating a very cozy and inviting home...... very REAL and not pretentious ( but that's the difference between Brooklyn and Manhattan )

He's done a great job making this home into such a cozy place. Love the blues and yellows. I think he made a good decision in turning what was a bedroom into the living room. So many lovely pictures and paintings. Love the family picture with the shoes. His mom certainly was a great inspiration. It is a lovely home.

I love this apartment and John is an incredible (and humble) artist. His painting is amazing and was the first thing that caught my eye in his home.

Kudos on your first grown up apartment of your own. It’s very welcoming and interesting with all your little treasures. I love how the beautiful hutch looks built in to that niche. I truly love cozy older apartments over Mc Mansions.

Thank you for allowing us into your warm home .

Love every inch! The round table and 2 chairs in toile fabric in your bedroom are perfect! I love your take on decorating and your humility. Your friends and family are fortunate to have you in their lives!

John, you had me at books in the fireplace. Love your organation and style! But that picture of you and your siblings sitting on the shoes is priceless! Beautiful and creative place! 💚👟💙👞👠💚🥿👟💙

Lovely apartment! Your sister’s painting is perfect for that spot! As well as being beautiful!

What ingenuity you used in making your apartment into a lovely home. So cozy.

Your home is as lovely as you are. I love your table story. Enjoy your space. Blessings! 😇

Charm galore. I love this apartment.

What a wonderful apartment, and host! I could easily live in this space...it's so welcoming and warm. Love the use of tables, and all the furniture choices. A true, unpretentious, but still elegant, home. Kudos, John, you are a master.

you are truly delightful and i love your happy, comforting esthetic! thank you for sharing..

Loved this home tour but aside from paying attention to the decor, I was interested in the family pictures and family objects! Those details really make a home feel like a home!! Beautiful space!

I loved this video. Finally a home that feels like a home.

Considering how many of us that could move right in, it could get pretty crowded! Beautifully done. Great eye. Bet you would be a terrific cook too. I don't always like these tours, but I found everything very appealing & interesting...other than the floral over the couch which had me totally bewildered. All the furniture was so tasteful! I actually listed all the way through which is rare. I didn't know there were magnets for every Broadway show. What a great memory tool!

This is absolutely one of the best Homeworthy videos I have seen. What a talented and well-grounded young man. And his apartment is beautiful. I especially enjoyed hearing about his wonderful childhood and connection to his family; it shows in his design style I wish him much success in life.

I am taking notes and will so use this apartment as my inspiration ❤

WHAT a nice guy. And his home was very cool. That family picture amongst the shoes is off the charts cool. That's the kind of piece you'd find in an art gallery for big bucks and here it is, just his life. Nicely done. I liked the juxtaposition of the wing back chair in the living next to the 70s(?) white mod coffee table. The whole place was cool. Rock on my man.

Every time you mentioned your mom I felt proud of you. She obviously had great taste, and must have been a loving mother to you all. It's a tribute to her, but also kudos to you for maintaining your own esthetic. Love the melding of the old and the new. Also, your sister's painting in the frame reminded me of a pair of paintings I did for a friend who inherited an apartment with built in frames, but the previous owners tore off their paintings and left gaping holes. I was honored to get a chance to cover those! I like your color blocking of books in various area of the apartment, and agree that a giant branch, plant or even artificial plant transforms a space. Carry on!!

Your apartment is classic and timeless, yet very welcoming. Nicely done!

I always enjoy seeing inside the homes of prop stylists. It’s always a mix of beautiful old and new objects. They tend to keep the most interesting pieces from their sets. I really like this home tour and that it’s beautiful, comfortable, and feels lived in. Lots of interesting pieces that go together because it’s loved by the homeowner 💛

Align with the title of this video - "Cozy and soulful ." I would also add , tasteful. John's a lovely young man. Wishing him terrific fulfillment in NY, and wherever the next "stop." Thank you for sharing this.

This is such a beautiful and homey living space. This host has a natural flair for decorating and sweet, gentle personality that I would imagine makes him a wonderful host.

hi. well made and done. this is so lovely... it has good rooms and big windows and light...i would like too live in this apartment...i like where you have put your bedroom. the living room was a better fit, for the living area. you chose well...i love all your collectables...THANKY for sharing...you are truly Blessed...Cheers...

This is a fantastic home! He has done a great job with his space. NYC has some of the best railroad style apartments. Brigitte has a beautiful Paris influenced one on Apartment Therapy.

I could tell he was from the Midwest! John has done such a terrific job of making his place a warm welcoming home. He has a great eye for styling.

The black and white photo of a rocky outcrop on your mantel looks like an outcrop called The Pass on the beach in Byron Bay, Australia. Today, The Pass has wooden stairs going up to the top, but the stairs are not there in old photos. Try googling historic photos of The Pass, and you will see what I mean.

A lovely home and a very interesting man. Enjoyed it. Thank You.

Loving the textural style for home living.

Ive only watched 5 minutes of this video, but i already adore your home♥️

Precioso Apartamento, Me gusto ! Felicidades John. saludos

Brilliant, inventive, lovely, cosy space. I love the description of what home means to him and I agree 100% ❤

Your apartment is so adorable, so are you, I wish I had a grandson just like you, wish you the best in your life.

Thank you for sharing this lovely home. The sealed windows are either light or air shafts, dumbwaiters or garbage chutes. They were pretty common in older NY/Brooklyn buildings and were sealed as time went by, most lost during remodeling. Love how you incorporated them to enhance your spaces.

This is the First Man’s Home that I LIKE. TUFS

Beautiful

Your idea to have your sister paint the canvas hung on the frame was ingenious. I truly like her painting with its pops of yellow and red.

One of the best apartments featured. Love his style 😊

The lamps!

John, what a fabulous apartment, which you’ve styled wonderfully. Brilliant idea to switch up the bedroom and living room. Your place is warm and inviting. Thank you!

Love this. He is so thoughtful and talented. Love the painting he did himself. He is an ARTIST!😊

Please bring him back in the future. He’s so talented, charming, and relatable!

John, I like your own art piece in the living room; it engages the imagination. Also your old hutch 🟫 . Your dining room feels embracing, like a hug. In fact, your guest bedroom is cozy and embracing. The artwork in the guest room draws the eye in. I "think" your bookshelves are a nice addition. Too bad you're alone 😢 Love the missing drawer knob 😊 and the small table and chairs; very cozy, too. I like your style. Thanks for sharing.

I love the table with the blue lamp/red shade, painting behind situation. Very cool I love all the tables though 😅 Dang, I wrote this before you said you made the painting I love! ❤ OK, I have watched the whole video now and I have to say your home is warm and thoughtful and I love every detail. The lighting, colors, memories shared are just fantastic. Your family is sprinkled into every room and I bet everyday and season and the light from the windows the smell and the cold in the winter is so special there. Bravo sir! 🎉❤

Love that you followed your instincts, changed the original layout and built a very charming and cozy apartment! My passion is the table lamps too. That large and bold painting in the dining room is just gorgeous!

Beautifully decorated! He’s incredibly talented… ❤❤❤

Really cozy but stunning home! I always say that the deposit is just a "personality fee", lol. What an incredibly beautiful place. Well done!

Lovely, cozy, joyful apartment for a lovely person.

Fantastic! Also his explanations and talk is great. Would love to listen more on subject: Design from him. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🌻🌻🌻

Such a charming place! I love it! You really made it both warm and interesting. Did you mention where the bathroom was located?

Absolutely beautiful home.

Absolutely gorgeous home, love everything about your style and personality, also your voice is soft and appealing for the video. Love your collections and the stories behind. Great job!! Thank you for sharing.🩷

I love that painting in the dining room

You did a great job with decorating your first “grown up home”! I love and appreciate the items and acknowledgment of your history: family, travel and memories!

I cannot add one single compliment that has not yet already been posted - and I totally agree with all of them. You created such a nice place for yourself and your family/friends.

A welcoming home/apartment. It is "soulfully" decorated. I especially like what John said about what a home means to him.

Love his Sense of Style! ❤

Love him and his home! So nice to see the apartment looked like and how he made it beautiful.

Super nice, cozy, and well done! Thank you for sharing. Also, I love how you talk about your wonderful friends. So glad you have them in your life. Such a blessing.

Absolutely beautiful apartment John! You are an artist!

Very nice first apartment congratulations. Looking forward to seeing your dream home.

by the end of this video I had totally fallen in love with John! What a beautiful apartment and sounds like such a creative family, the photo with the shoes is amazing, Great jpoXX

That painting you did is beautiful! You are quite talented.

Thank you Homeworthy, beautiful apartment, lovely 😍😍