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II. Annotations: The building and architecture we put in our garden all have purposes.

Pagoda: The building in the middle, the octagon shaped on, is the Pagoda. That is a major Buddhist building.

Waterside Kiosk: The other building near the water is a Waterside Kiosk. It brings decoration to the shore and adds appeal to the surroundings. It also splits the surroundings into different scences.

Gazebo:The other building is a Gazebo, which adds decoration too. It also is a place to sit and enjoy the beautiful garden scenes.

Chair Swing: There also is a chair swing is also a nice touch to the garden. It gives a place to sit and relax and enjoy the scenery.

Bench: The bench gives a place to sit and enjoy nature. It provides a place of rest for people walking by the garden.

Walk Way Across Water:The garden has rock formed walk ways to get across the water and to also put the furniture on. They also brings life to the garden and also it makes it look really pretty.

Rocks Under Swing:The garden has rocks under neath the swing so that it will be steady and so that the rocks won't attract bees and other insects that like to aggravate people.

Bench:The rocks are under the bench because you don't want grass on your shoes when you're sitting down and so the grass doesn't get messed up if you were to move the swing.

Walk Way to the gazebo from the Buddhist building: It's there so the grass won't get messed up when people walk to and from the gazebo. The Rocks from the swing across the lake: The rocks are there for both a walk way an for decoration. It's to symbolize that there is more than one way to get to and from somewhere.

A central component of a chinese garden is water. It is condsidered as a balance of all the other balances in the garden. The best view of the whole garden are on the edges of lakes with views of the mountains.

Dynamic water scenes, such as fountains and waterfalls would be the western way to put together a chinese garden.

The Chinese way has stationary water scenes such as streams ponds and dripping springs.

Water brings great relaxation throughout the garden by sorounding all other elements.

Running water, such as a fountain, brings good luck throughout the garden.  **Lotus: Lotus represents a noble character, its the Confucian model of the enlightened man. It sounds peaceful and important and that's why it's in our garden.**
 * e: Taoists said that this plant meant spiritual harmony and that fits our garden well since were going with the peaceful and relaxing type of theme. It represents renewal and strength of will. **
 * Chrysanthemum: In our garden we'll need plants that can withstand harsh weather, including the cold. This is a strong plant and symbolizes pleasure.**
 * Flowering Plum: represents spiritual harmony and is one of the most important species in a Chinese garden. Also represents renewal and strength.**
 * Peonies: They are a beautiful plant usually common in the winter. Represents wealth**

III. Statement: Dear Commissioner, Our garden has gone with the rather tranquil type theme. Imagine a large meadow scattered with five bodies of water, amazing architecture, smooth stone pathways, and some of the rarest species of plants there are in a Chinese garden. Our architectural structures show beauty, resting areas, some entertainment and a place to worship. Such as the large Pagoda located in the middle of the garden, to provide a place to worship the Buddha. Plants explain some culture and religion and also adds beauty and decoration to the garden. The rocks accompany the water to provide walking pathways and some artist pieces as well. The Chinese used the four elements based on longevity, beauty, and religion. The garden we have designed has used mostly Buddhism as the main religion. With a tranquil theme Buddhism has a peaceful atmosphere. These gardens were a place to display art and nature. They brought peace to China. Our water features don't flow, they just sit causing a calm feeling. The only thing that could cause it to flow is the wind, in a gentle motion. The bodies of water represent China's culture and beliefs showing relaxation. In our garden we tried to incorporate all of the four elements.

IV. Citiations:

"Structures and Salient Features." __Traditional Chinese Gardens__. 2004. Vist China 2004. 28 Aug. 2008 <[]>.

"An Introduction to Classical Chinese Gardens." __The United States National Arboretum__. 16 Dec. 2004. United States National Arboretum. 28 Aug. 2008 <[]>.

"The Differences Between Chinese and Western Gardens" __Traditonal Chinese Gardens.__ 2004. Vist China 2004. 31 Aug. 2008, <[]>

An Introduction to Classical Chinese Gardens." __The United States National Arboretum__. 16 Dec. 2004. United States National Arboretum. 28 Aug. 2008 < []>. "Plants as Symbols." __Missouri Botanical Garden__ . Horticulture Webpages. 27 Aug. 2009 .

V. Designers: Lela D. & Gabrielle B. & Marissa G. & Zach D.