I cannot look at modern buildings without thinking of historical ones.

Sustainability is now a big baggy sack in which people throw all kinds of old ideas, hot air and dodgy activities in order to be able to greenwash their products and feel good.

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.

I spend a frightening amount of money on books.

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

Life involves other people and it is a compromise.

My favourite authors include Trollope and Dickens.