The shape of Taipei 101 is modeled/made after the bamboo plant

[jesusguime]

The shape of Taipei 101 is modeled/made after the bamboo plant--a symbol of integrity and honor in Chinese philosophy.


Hi,
Do both modeled and made fit in the above and mean about the same? Thanks.

 

[cropje_jnr]

I would choose "modeled" over "made", as the latter does not strike me as being particularly idiomatic ("modeled" also has a more clearer, more specific meaning).

I would also change the preposition to "modeled on", but I suspect that is more personal preference than grammatical necessity.