In an episode of ReDesign, with Kenneth Brown, he redesigned an awkwardly proportioned master bedroom into a "zen" master suite.

"Every trace of the original room has vanished and in its place is a chic Asian-inspired look, created with interesting textures, warm woods and soft, neutral colors. Kenneth uses symmetry in the furniture and layout to create the balance so desperately needed in the room."

What about this room makes it "Asian"? And what does zen buddhism have to do with this space?

The Episode summary can be found here:
http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/dc_design_bedroom/article/0,1793,HGTV_3366_4155150,00.html