For the first time, K-pop singer Brian has revealed the 9,900-square-foot (approximately 300 pyeong) standalone home he is building in Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi Province.
On Thursday, Brian visited Pyeongtaek with Kim Dae Ho and Yang Se Chan to introduce his new home, which was aired on the MBC’s variety show, Where is My Home.
On the show, Brian explained, “Last year, the rainy season lasted long and there was a lot of snow, so we had no choice but to halt construction due to the weather. On top of that, overseas material shipments were delayed,” detailing why construction took longer than expected.
In response, Jang Dong Min said, “Finishing construction is just the beginning. Did you sign a warranty contract?” Brian replied, “The company promised lifetime support.”
Brian’s Luxury Home Designed in American Style
Brian’s house is a luxurious American-style home featuring a spacious front yard and a large garage equipped with a remote-controlled door.
The garage ceiling is 3.3 meters high, easily accommodating large vehicles. It connects directly to a pantry and the kitchen.
The backyard includes a small vegetable garden and a pergola, with mosquito-resistant roll-down screens built into the design. One standout feature is the massive diving pool, prompting Kim Dae Ho to exclaim, “I’ve never seen anything like this. I don’t think anything like it exists in Korea.”
Brian’s home includes a swimming pool, a guest room, a fitness room, a kitchen, and a living room. The basement houses a bar, a billiards table, a theater, and another guest room. The indoor area alone covers approximately 144 pyeong, with views of pear trees and cherry blossoms.
Brian addressed misconceptions, saying, “People assume I spent $7.1 million on this. Maybe if it were in Seoul, but because it’s in Pyeongtaek, I was able to reduce the cost by four to five times.”
The Appeal of Pyeongtaek and Brian’s Lifestyle
Brian said, “I plan to spend five days in Pyeongtaek and two in the city. Some people might do the opposite, but I’ve always been more comfortable living in the countryside than in urban areas.”
Pyeongtaek is gaining attention following the construction of a semiconductor complex by a major Korean tech firm. Now, it is one of the world’s largest semiconductor facilities. The city is also home to the world’s largest overseas U.S. military base, contributing to its international atmosphere.
Brian commented about the area near the base, “When you swipe your card there, it shows up as an overseas transaction. The downside is that you have to tip—just like in the U.S., it’s 20 to 25 percent.” He added that neighborhoods are styled entirely like American towns, allowing even locals to experience U.S. culture.
The show also introduced a nearby listing with a pear orchard view—a three-story detached house with a spacious yard.
Brian jokingly called it the “Brian zone.”
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