I'm terribly fastidious. I like symmetry and neatness, but my house is as chaotic as any other family's.

I'm terribly fastidious. I like symmetry and neatness, but my house is as chaotic as any other family's.

Awesome is loud but awe is quiet.

A great deal of energy is wasted in hating people, and I can honestly say I've no wish to expend such a precious resource on being outraged about anyone.

Every decently-made object, from a house to a lamp post to a bridge, spoon or egg cup, is not just a piece of 'stuff' but a physical embodiment of human energy, testimony to the magical ability of our species to take raw materials and turn them into things of use, value and beauty.

Building your own home is about desire, fantasy. But it's achievable; anyone can do it.

I don't enjoy living in a white box flooded with light. I like shadows, small spaces, old furniture.