Inside actor Elvin Ng's favourite corner, a cosy pondside retreat in his 3-storey family home

Singaporean actor Elvin Ng shares details about his self-designed three-storey family home, highlighting a pondside retreat as his favorite space. The house was built to accommodate his extended family and reflects his late father's dream.
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This provides a human-interest look at the personal life and architectural preferences of a prominent local celebrity.
SINGAPORE — Elvin Ng may have the entire top floor to himself in his three-storey semi-detached family home, but his favourite spot is much closer to the ground.
It is a casual sitting area on the first level, tucked beside a long koi pond and framed by greenery. With a low-slung L-shaped sofa, colourful cushions, rustic brick wall and the gentle sound of running water, the space is where the 45-year-old local actor can easily spend hours reading, relaxing or sharing an informal meal with friends.
"I like this area. Unlike a proper dining room, it's more relaxed," says Ng. "I just chill over here, other than in my room. I could be here the whole day."
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