Symmetrical vs Asymmetrical
The focus of Western floristry is more on filling spaces (the use of positive space).
While in Ikebana, it intentionally creates empty space by placing flower materials at various positions and angles
Plus (+) vs Minus (-)
Western flower arrangements emphasis on flowers, the design is enriched with a large number of beautiful, colorful flowers
In contrast, Ikebana flower arrangements are meant to emphasize the design and experimentation, the flowers and foliages quantities used are not the priority.
Sometimes even less is more
