Water is embedded in the culture of the Kunshan region — utilized as a means of transportation, a visual element, and a civic gathering space. Designed to capture the spirit of a traditional Kunshan water-town, water is used as a design theme throughout the campus, providing the backdrop for an interactive learning experience and the constant exchange of ideas between professors and students. Given the plurality of learning styles, outdoor public spaces on the campus are positioned to become extensions of traditional classrooms. Plazas, amphitheaters, an open-air teahouse, and open corridors are suitable for various uses like social gatherings, study, and leisure. (Text from architect)