Curves are the essence of my work because they are the essence of Brazil, pure and simple.

A church is something very beautiful. It is nice when people feel happy in it. But I am not a religious man. Look at us, and then at the infinity of space. We are rather small insignificant creatures, wouldn’t you say?

I was attracted by the curve — the liberated, sensual curve suggested by the possibilities of new technology yet so often recalled in venerable old baroque churches.

I am a Brazilian before I am an architect. I cannot separate the two.

It is not with architecture that one can disseminate any political ideology.

My architecture is easy to understand. And enjoy. I hope it also is hard to forget.

When you have a large space to conquer, the curve is the natural solution.