Pemberley vs. Rosings

A man is king of his castle, as they say, and Pemberley reflects Darcy's true character. Everywhere Elizabeth looks, she is impressed by Darcy's good taste. She contrasts the estate with Rosings, where much of the furnishings and décor are deliberately ostentatious. So while Lady Catherine and Darcy may come across as similar – both haughty, cold, and proud – their essential characters are quite different.