It's my goal to make a building as immaterial as possible. Architecture is a very material thing. It takes a lot of resources, so why not eliminate what you don't need as long as you're able to achieve the same result?

We are creating a unique experience. It's starts with how you see the building from a distance.

Most architects say: I want to use this type of glass, even if it's too reflective or doesn't let enough light in. However, the use of a certain type of glass might change the comfort level.

You'd never think of taking a cab if you had to walk a mile down Chicago's Michigan Avenue. But in a bad city you take a cab just to go around the corner.

Creativity has more to do with the elimination of the inessential than with inventing something new.

I've never looked at a suburban building as being a minor building and an urban building as being a major building.

When I think of some of my earlier work, it really seems a fortunate coincidence that I succeeded.