Hi, there!!

My name is Keiran. I’m an artist/ documentary photographer base in Xindian, Taipei. I graduated with a fine art major, specializing in realism oil and watercolour painting, and have always been fond of arts in general. I also learned to play the violin and joined orchestras in my younger years. Right now, I spend most my days cooking, gardening, planning exhibitions in our studio with my partner Ai, spending the rest making drawings and photography. We also have a son, Kody. He’s a chocolate colour dog. We walk him twice everyday.

Ai, is an artist specializing in visual arts, experimental arts, writing, theatre and on-screen acting. He’s half-Pakistanis and half-Taiwanese, lived most of his childhood in Shenzhen, China, and Hong Kong. He traveled to America to study arts before moving back to Taiwan. We now live in the military housing Ai’s grandfather had passed on, and after years of maintenances, we had reconstructed it into an art salon, “The Lair 巢穴”.

【 巢穴 THE LAIR 】

The Lair is an “Art Salon.”
The word “Salon” first appeared in 16th century Italy. It described a space open to discussion, storytelling, and artistic gatherings.

A “Salon” operates similarly to a “Tea House,” “Bar,” or “Club.” In a salon, however, seats are not assigned and patrons are free to explore. They are encouraged to exchange views and share their experiences.

The Lair, a Xindian salon, is based in a former military residence with over 70 years of history. A young artist couple runs the salon and maintains its unique atmosphere.

Over 160 species of plants occupy The Lair. The Lair’s good boy, Kody, and his snake roommate, Sydney, welcome guests to the salon.

In addition to tea, wine, and tasty treats, The Lair offers a variety of services. Purchase of antique furniture, Japanese instruments, house plants, and artwork is available. The salon also provides dining-in and Tarot card reading services.

The Lair is an all-friendly environment. Guests of all ages (or species!) are welcome. And the salon thrives to meet the needs of its guests.

The quality of conversation in The Lair is no less valued than that of the salon’s food and drink.

We have tea, wine, and stories. Would you care to join us?

【 MENU 】

1. Entry/Tea Ceremony Service
$200 per person by entry, with unlimited tea refills.

2. Small Bites
Additional small bites are are charged by current price.

3. Wine & Beverages
Additional wine & beverages are charged by current price.

5. Artist’s Home Dining
Artist’s Home dining is presented by The Lair’s salon host, Keiran, with his homemade recipes. The meals are suited for two or more guests with prior reservation. Meal prices are by per choosing.

6. Tarot Card Reading
Tarot card reading is available by reservation and with prior discussion of rules and regulations. Price by per choosing.

7. The Lair’s Plants & Architecture House Tour
Available within opening hours, price by per choosing.

The house tour is conducted partially outdoors. Guests may be in contact with plants, bugs, reptiles, and dogs.

7. The Lair’s Art Salon
Every Saturday & Sunday, 10:00AM-2:00PM.
Purchase via seasonal tickets sets.
Unlike traditional painting classes, The Lair’s Art Salon has no fixed class schedule. This offers participants a stress-free environment and helps guide them on their artistic journeys.

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Facebook/
https://www.facebook.com/BHLEGLAIR/
Instagram/
https://instagram.com/bhleg_lair?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Google Map/
https://goo.gl/maps/vmPByFamqmk9Qo2f9

Opening Hours:
Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon／2:00PM -11:00PM
Reservation Available

Address:
No.40, Lixing Rd, Xindian Dist, New Taipei City
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Transportation:
MRT: “Xindian District Office Station”, Exit 1. 5mins Walk.
Bus: “BinLang Rd” Stop. 3mins Walk.

Contact:
02-29174372

Keiran's Contact:
www.instagram.com/keirchang
www.facebook.com/keirchang

Ai's Contact:
www.instagram.com/nutus_ai
www.facebook.com/nutus.ai.7

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

In high school, I was very fortunate to have two years of experience abroad as exchange student in the US and UK. I find it best learning cultures from the locals, hearing from them, sharing ideas, understanding how one’s view the world. And I think there’s no better way to start a cultural conversation than Couchsurfing!

Interests

• animals
• arts
• theater
• photography
• acting
• cooking
• movies
• music
• outdoor activities
• healthy lifestyle

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Canada, China, France, Iceland, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Norway, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States