Inside Wang Chi-lin's Home: Cai Shang-hua Explores the Gold Medal Collection and Reveals the True Face of a Champion's Residence

For most people, an Olympic gold medal represents the highest honor. For badminton men's doubles champion Wang Chi-lin, however, it is also a precious treasure that must be carefully protected at home. Recently, host Cai Shang-hua visited the home of Wang Chi-lin and his wife, 'Shi Yuan,' uncovering little-known stories behind the Olympic gold medal. This episode of 'Xia Ban Qu Ni Jia' features Cai Shang-hua, Olympic gold medalist Wang Chi-lin, content creator Shi Yuan, and real estate expert Saway, as they tour the couple’s home together.

Olympic Gold Medals Aren’t Made of 'Pure Gold'! Wang Chi-lin Was Warned: 'Try Not to Bite It'

Entering the medal display area, Cai Shang-hua saw the Olympic medals gleaming under the lights and curiously asked, 'Are these real gold and silver?' Wang Chi-lin revealed that the Olympic gold medal emphasized environmental sustainability, so it wasn’t made entirely of pure gold. Instead, it was crafted from recycled electronic waste and other materials, with a gold plating applied to the surface. Because the surface of the gold medal is still extremely valuable, winners were even specifically advised: 'Try not to bite it.' However, what actually damaged the medal wasn’t the traditional 'biting the medal' act, but a family hiking trip.

Wang Chi-lin laughed as he shared that his father once excitedly took two gold medals on a mountain hike. Unfortunately, placing the medals together in a bag caused them to constantly collide during the journey. 'They kept hitting each other and the paint chipped off,' he said. Even the Olympic rings on the medal ribbon were nearly worn away. In the end, Wang Chi-lin decided to seal the medals away, joking that they needed to 'rest a bit' to prevent further damage to these precious Olympic mementos.

The 40-Kilogram Hidden Panel! Flip the Dining Table to Reveal an Electric Mahjong Table

Beyond the Olympic gold medal, Wang Chi-lin and Shi Yuan’s home design is full of clever ideas. The most eye-catching feature is the seemingly ordinary dining table in the living room. Wang Chi-lin revealed that during the renovation, he specifically requested an electric mahjong table—his reason being simple: 'Shuffling manually is so tiring; we absolutely need an electric mahjong table.' This table-style mahjong setup not only blends seamlessly with home aesthetics but can also be adjusted based on usage needs. Removing the cover transforms the tabletop into a mahjong table. If more people gather for meals, the tabletop can be expanded into a round table. For the couple, the biggest advantage of this table is integrating entertainment into everyday furniture, eliminating the need for extra space for a large mahjong table and reducing the risk of traditional mahjong tables clashing with interior design styles.

Designer Initially Worried 'Mahjong Table Looks Too Tacky'—But the Couple Insisted on Blending Fun into Daily Life

Wang Chi-lin shared that during the renovation, they showed the designer pictures of mahjong tables, worried that such furniture might ruin the overall decor. After all, traditional electric mahjong tables are often bulky and visually striking, potentially becoming an eyesore in the space. Surprisingly, the designer reviewed the images and thought the overall style was 'still okay,' with only the chairs needing improvement. As a result, the couple decided to keep the design, turning the mahjong table into not just a game table but also a practical dining table.

The Bar Counter’s 'High-Low' Design Trick—The Couple’s Height Difference Becomes a Running Joke

Another interesting design feature is in the bar counter area. Wang Chi-lin explained that the pendant lights above the counter were intentionally installed at different heights—a visual trick by the designer. However, as the couple chatted, the conversation quickly turned to their height difference. Wang Chi-lin joked, 'The tall one is me, the short one is Shi Yuan,' even referencing the 'cutest height difference.' Still, after moving in, a minor issue emerged—the lights were slightly too low, making it easy to bump one’s head. Wang Chi-lin admitted he rarely uses the counter, mainly using it to 'fetch things for the kids every day.'

From the way Olympic gold medals are stored, to a table that transforms between dining, mahjong, and round table functions, to the subtle details of the counter lighting, Wang Chi-lin and Shi Yuan’s living space doesn’t chase extravagance. Instead, it integrates their daily lives, family needs, and personal interests into the design. Seemingly small, unassuming details become the most authentic reflections of their lifestyle.

For more exclusive content, tune in to 'Xia Ban Qu Ni Jia,' where host Cai Shang-hua, Olympic gold medalist Wang Chi-lin, content creator Shi Yuan, and real estate expert Saway reveal the stories behind this champion’s home.