I strive for an architecture from which nothing can be taken away.

When I came to America in the '60s, it was the place to be. I wonder if I'd come here today.

The architecture profession has lost a lot of its integrity, especially in the USA. The general architect here has no scruples, no ambitions.

Chinese buildings are like American buildings, with big footprints. People don't care about daylight or fresh air.

In Europe, architects consider themselves artists. They think they're special when they win a competition.

For me, drawing generates thinking and vice versa.

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