Former NCT member Mark showed his new Han River-view office, a two-story space for Upper Room, and shared plans for a listening party.
August/28/2026 11:29
Former NCT member Mark revealed his office with a Han River view for the first time. Recently, a video titled "Upper Room Office Tour" was uploaded to the YouTube channel "Mark Lee." In the video, Mark introduced an office that had not even been finished for a week after construction ended. He said, "Although not all the furniture is in place yet, it is being completed one by one. Since I am going to hold an opening party with the staff, I wanted to film some behind-the-scenes footage." The office, divided into multiple floors, was connected by a spiral staircase and drew attention. The windows, wood-grain flooring, and the burgundy wallpaper on the second floor also drew attention. Mark said, "Even when you come in, the door is red, and the curtains are red," and explained, "There are many red-toned color combinations. I chose burgundy for the walls." He also showed satisfaction, saying, "I never imagined that the first office I would make would be a two-story building, but when I actually go up there, it is really nice." The listening room was finished with carpet and curtains for soundproofing. Mark said, "We are planning to have a listening party here with the members of Upper Room," and said, "It feels like the air itself is different from the first floor." In particular, the Han River spread out outside the window, which inspired admiration. Mark debuted as a member of NCT in 2016, but ended his contract with SM Entertainment this April and left the group. After that, he established a creative company called "Upper Room" and is active there. ・"Mark, who left NCT," establishes a new agency "Upper Room"! Leaving SM and taking on a new challenge ・Former NCT Mark reveals his daily life in America... attention drawn to his unadorned appearance: "I want to show my true self" (with video)
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