Now, the downside to conservation is that so much is done for the public, which almost always mars the environment that one wanted to conserve.

Now, the downside to conservation is that so much is done for the public, which almost always mars the environment that one wanted to conserve.

It may sound affected - but it is the act of creation itself, and it is equally exhilarating whether one is working on a teaspoon or a national bank.

I am going to be working on bathroom fittings for a company in the USA, and then I thought it was appropriate to simplify the fittings and, thus, lowering the cost.

Clearly, if a building is not functionally and technically in order, then it isn't architecture either, it's just a building.

Proportions are what makes the old Greek temples classic in their beauty. They are like huge blocks, from which the air has been literally hewn out between the columns.

When I travel, I draw and paint sketches which is great fun. And as long as you are fully aware that it has nothing to do with actual art, I think that's all right.