The challenge of a cathedral is very good for architectural inventiveness.
Curves are the essence of my work because they are the essence of Brazil, pure and simple.
Surprise is key in all art.
I search for surprise in my architecture. A work of art should cause the emotion of newness.
I like talking to priests, to Catholics. Everyone has their beliefs.
Architecture was my way of expressing my ideals: to be simple, to create a world equal to everyone, to look at people with optimism, that everyone has a gift. I donโt want anything but general happiness. Why is that bad?