A good engineer thinks in reverse and asks himself about the stylistic consequences of the components and systems he proposes.

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

I wanted to improve the suburban office building; to create a great urban space in a suburban environment with all that implies about interaction, collaboration and creativity.

Higher ceilings allow the use indirect lighting, which is much healthier and reduces glare.

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

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

German and English firms operate internationally, while French firms do not. The only place where they all have work is in China. Anybody can sell himself in China!