Structural repetition can be beautiful because it not only draws the eye in, directing us to the focal point, but it can also creates the illusion of distance.
Continuous shape-based patterns get smaller the further they are, really emphasizing the spacial differences between point close by and afar. This is the underlying reason such phenomenons in photos are so visually appealing; we observe the "start" (closer end), "end" (farthest distinguishable point from the camera) and the focal point in less than a second of viewing it. This is almost a relief for our eyes, as it requires no struggling (ie. squinting) to find all the important elements, as opposed to other "busy" photos.
Many shots with multiple elements and a large viewing range may give us a headache as we visually pick through all the different aesthetic elements, looking for some sort of que to aid in our comprehension of the "big picture". Structural repetition patterns, however, are easy on the eyes- and whether you are a fan of this type of photography or not (I personally am not), you have to admit that it's pleasing to look at!
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