Japanese architecture is traditionally based on wooden structures that need renovating on a regular basis.

But now, more and more, its society is concerned with economy and finance.

We borrow from nature the space upon which we build.

In Italy, there are so many significant architectural structures in history such as the Pantheon in Rome, or the Duomo.

Working in Tokyo has convinced me that, contrary to what people think, it is actually one of the world's most beautiful cities.

In the West there has always been the attempt to try make the religious building, whether it's a Medieval or Renaissance church, an eternal object for the celebration of God. The material chosen, such as stone, brick, or concrete, is meant to eternally preserve what is inside.

I think everyone needs a goal. And what kind of goal will be important. And for that we have to study and we have to be intelligent.