I have always appreciated those who dare to experiment with materials and proportions.

When I was growing up in Iraq, there was an unbroken belief in progress and a great sense of optimism. It was a moment of nation building.

What's similar between Britain and America is the lack of good-quality civic buildings.

I don't think that everybody in the planet should have a child. I've never had the desire I should have a kid.

I love driving around east London - it's always full of surprises. Actually, I don't drive myself - I like to be driven.

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

It would be very interesting to design objects for everyday life, something where the ideas that are expressed can be launched into society.