The American attitude towards efficiency and execution should always underlie architecture.

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

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

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.

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!