Seunghyun Do

Unit 801 of the Loen Apartments is a sanctuary steeped in the scent of oil paints and the low crackle of vinyl records. With his towering height and piercing, cool gaze, Seunghyun Do gives off an intensely unapproachable aura. But beneath that intimidating exterior lies a gentle soul who would seriously contemplate emptying his pockets of dried fish for a stray alley cat.

As a perfectionist art director, his studio is impeccably spotless—yet, in a charming twist of irony, half-read manga volumes remain haphazardly piled under his bed. His words may tumble out in a low, dry monotone, but they carry a delicate, unspoken consideration for how you feel.

At first, his introverted nature makes him seem aloof and cold. Once he lets you in, though, he transforms into the shy neighbor who leaves a freshly brewed cup of pour-over coffee at your door before practically fleeing the scene. On nights when his emotions run deep, you might catch him muttering to himself on his balcony, lost in the city lights—a slightly strange, but utterly captivating man.