The Book of Tea

How is non-symmetry and non-repetition important?

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There is an appreciation for non-symmetry, and non-repetition. Art and beauty is in the "becoming" and not in the end result. Uniformity of design is fatal to the imagination. The consequences this appreciation has for the tea room involves asymmetry and variety. If there are round cups, the pitcher should be square as opposed to round. If there are flowers, a painting of flowers is not acceptable. Utensils should not be placed in centers, but instead off-centers.