I think architecture is one of the predominant orderings of social space. It can construct and contain our experiences. It defines our days and nights. It literally puts us in our place.

I think I developed language skills to deal with threat. It's the girl thing to do-you know, instead of pulling out a gun.

I work with pictures and words because they have the ability to determine who we are, what we want to be and what we become.

I have no complaints, except for the world.

If most American cities are about the consumption of culture, Los Angeles and New York are about the production of culture - not only national culture but global culture.

GIVE YOUR BRAIN AS MUCH ATTENTION AS YOU DO YOUR HAIR AND YOU'LL BE A THOUSAND TIMES BETTER OFF.

Direct address has been a consistent tactic in my work, regardless of the medium that I'm working in.