A decade has passed since the minimum monthly wage for new graduates was set at 15,000 baht, but during that period the cost of living has soared.

Located a stone’s throw from a subway station in central Seoul, the new apartment complex Lumini boasts stylish communal spaces, trendy retail outlets and a view of the iconic Seoul Tower. Its minimalist units come furnished with electronics, including a top-range Bespoke refrigerator.