Street Talk An Insider's Guide To Life In Their 'Hood
EL Hong Kong|March-May 2021
The specifies:
Neelam Daswani
Street Talk An Insider's Guide To Life In Their 'Hood

Where do you live?

Wang Fung Terrace off Tai Hang Road.

How long have you lived here?

Three years.

Why here?

I was very unfamil iar with this neighbourhood when I initially was looking for apartments – I almost turned back when I drove up the hill during the first visit!! I looked into it as I needed to be close to my son’s school on Wong Nai Chung Gap Road. Tahir is able to get on a public bus to school, the tennis court and Central within 10 minutes. I couldn’t have asked for more!

Describe your Tai Hang lifestyle?

I live around a lot of green trees and birds in a walk-up with high ceilings. The street has a very neighbourhood feel with no shops or stores. I love driving home to this low-rise, as it really feels like I’m in a zen space, away from the hustle and bustle of the big city and skyscrapers. I’ve never been a fan of living in large apartment buildings, despite being a city person. We also have a large rooftop that has been so well frequented during COVID! My neighbours and I use it for workouts, doing steps, getting on calls and dining!

The Scene

When you walk out of your place, the first thing you see is…

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