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

I had some good opportunities. I was lucky to have had the chance to do things differently. Architecture is about surprise.

Life is more important than architecture.

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

Today, architecture is invention. It isn't enough to just be rational - It must also be beautiful.

When I was very little my mother said I used to draw in the air with my fingers. I needed a pencil. Once I could hold one, I have drawn every day since.

In architecture it isn't enough to just have the right building that works well. It can also be beautiful. It can also be different. It can create surprise. And surprise is the main thing in a work of art. [] I like and respect Brasí­lia very much. It is a simple city, a rational one. I always defend the urban design of Brasí­lia