People say I design architectural icons. If I design a building and it becomes an icon, that's ok.

The world is looking more and more segmented, the difference between people is becoming greater.

For many years, I hated nature. As a student, I refused to put a plant anywhere - a living plant, that is. Dead plants were OK.

I used to not like being called a 'woman architect.' I'm an architect, not just a woman architect. The guys used to tap me on the head and say 'you're OK for a girl.' But I see an incredible amount of need from other women for reassurance that it can be done, so I don't mind anymore.

A brilliant design will always benefit from the input of others.

There are so many great galleries and museums in London, but they can be very crowded during the day.

I really believe in the idea of the future.