We had tried to get a couple books that were written about Ray Kroc, and one of the books, we called the publisher. The publisher actually said, "Call McDonald."

Architecture and building is about how you get around the obstacles that are presented to you. That sometimes determines how successful you'll be: How good are you at going around obstacles?

I'm able to really enjoy the wonderful things happening to me and that's a great blessing.

Yeah it feels a bit more tangible, I suppose, even though you're in a green box for part of the time.

I'm not very good at taking compliments. It's better than getting slapped in the face, I suppose.

I'll always build houses.

I guess I just have one of those resting faces that makes me look like I want to beat you up.