article_snippet: The livery design, created by Chinese fashion designer Masha Ma, features a bamboo and a rose in an eye-catching blend of east-meets-west.
article_snippet: Bamboo and roses have significant cultural connotations in China and Britain respectively, and are each cherished symbols,' said Ma, who studied at Central Saint Martins art college in London. '
article_snippet: In Chinese culture, bamboo represents modesty, integrity and vitality.
article_snippet: For Britain, the rose symbolises love, nobility and dignity,' she said.
article_snippet: As Sino-British ties continue to bloom and flourish, I felt that the meeting of bamboo with a rose would be the perfect way to celebrate the growing friendship and collaboration between the two countries.'
article_snippet: Masha inspiring design delivers a strong message: that of a growing and flourishing relationship between the cultures of Britain and China.
article_snippet: Her inspiring design depicts a bamboo and a rose in an east-meets-west fusion of symbols and artistic styles .
article_snippet: We hope Her inspiring design will encourage individuals and businesses in both countries to forge closer ties.'
highlights_snippet: New 'east-meets-west' livery is designed by Chinese designer Masha Ma .
  