Garden of the Master of the Nets ~ one of Suzhou’s classical gardens, almost 900 years old. The ‘Net’ garden is smaller than many of Suzhou’s others – but it’s concentrated mix of pavilions, ponds, borrowed views and classical architecture make it a cosy, relaxing place.
Note the symmetry of the windows, in their carpentry and positions…
The perfect symmetry of the book case gives the room an aesthetic, scholarly feel.
The intricately carved window frames with its balance and symmetry, the view into the garden.
The ‘borrowed view’ from the windows brings the eye to focus on the intriguing shape of the rock outside.
The ancient architectural style of Suzhou with its geometric, symmetrical shapes has been honoured by modern-day architects. The Suzhou Railway Station brings visual recall of the old town, with its many classical gardens.
The amazing architect IM PEI, responsible for the Glass Pyramid near the Lourve, and the Bank of China building in Hong Kong, designed the Suzhou Museum to honour his hometown. The ceiling has wooden slats echoing the Suzhounese window style.
The Suzhou Museum, designed by IM Pei, with it’s white-washed walls and geometric symmetry, echoing the old style of Suzhou architecture.
Classical style Jiangnan Suzhou architecture, from the ancient to the new.
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