Later works are better because it takes a lot of time in architecture to mature. And, it takes a lot of discipline to experience everything that is changing around you.
Santiago CalatravaI have tried to get close to the frontier between architecture and sculpture and to understand architecture as an art.
Santiago CalatravaThe architect needs to learn to see, and to open his eyes because there is always a lesson to learn from the streets.
Santiago CalatravaActually, if you look at the works of the great architects of our time, you can see that their most beautiful works are always their later works - Kahn, Corbusier, even Gehry.
Santiago CalatravaI love the construction process and it is always important because we try to experiment and do something new, so the builders are not copying any technique from other projects. Everything is innovative and so I need to be there and be attentive to make sure everything is running smoothly.
Santiago CalatravaThe concept of an "architect" is one of the oldest professions in the world. Whereas, some professions, such as a "lawyer", have their roots in Latin, "Archi - tecton" is actually a Greek word, and much older. Just knowing how old the profession is gives me hope that we will still exist for years to come, even if we are changing.
Santiago Calatrava