I'll accept commissions from anyone who isn't frightened by my proposals.
A la Rothschild, a style I define as many good things used irreverently.
Everything is really about lighting.
Appearance is everything. I find that a view is secondary. Even in those apartments on the East River, it's dull, looking out at those little boats.
Find the ideal in something not ideal.
Having people be impressed with a house is not a compliment. You don't want them to say, 'What a place!' You want them to sit down and enjoy it.