We build buildings which are terribly restless. And buildings don't go anywhere. They shouldn't be restless.

In other words, each piece of the building must look as though it was designed for that particular building.

And sometimes I'm criticized. But I think that if those who criticize us will look at the reason why the shape is this, well then, I think that they would not object so strenuously.

The purpose of architecture is to create an atmosphere in which man can live, work, and enjoy.

Being the gateway to a large city, St. Louis, I had felt from the very beginning that somehow this building should symbolize this sense of being a gateway.

I believe that we must understand the economy of the situation.

But now I know that it is very important that all buildings should be consistent, that this is the quality of the Gothic cathedral, for instance, that we like.