We prefer synthetic rather than natural materials. Natural products are almost too valuable. Wood is much harder to produce than metal. And metal is recyclable, while wood isn't.

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.

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

I think the younger generation, the people poised to dominate the workforce, are more socially conscious. They are more demanding in terms of environment and how that environment contributes to their life.

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

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