I strive for an architecture from which nothing can be taken away.

A good engineer thinks in reverse and asks himself about the stylistic consequences of the components and systems he proposes.

The architecture profession has lost a lot of its integrity, especially in the USA. The general architect here has no scruples, no ambitions.

Transparency is not the same as looking straight through a building: it's not just a physical idea, it's also an intellectual one.

Higher ceilings allow the use indirect lighting, which is much healthier and reduces glare.

When I think of some of my earlier work, it really seems a fortunate coincidence that I succeeded.

A building is hard to judge. It takes many years to find out whether it works. It's not as simple as asking the people in the office whether they like it.

You'd never think of taking a cab if you had to walk a mile down Chicago's Michigan Avenue. But in a bad city you take a cab just to go around the corner.

The American attitude towards efficiency and execution should always underlie architecture.

Every building is a prototype. No two are alike.

Creativity has more to do with the elimination of the inessential than with inventing something new.

Most of screenplay writing is deciding which voices you want to listen to and take on board.

For good is simple, evil manifold.

Want a strong, solid relationship that is willing to go the distance? Get to know your running shoes.

You must do your damdest and win.

Well, here at last, dear friends, on the shores of the Sea comes the end of our fellowship in Middle-earth. Go in peace! I will not say: do not weep; for not all tears are an evil.

Leadership is not a right-it is a responsibility.

Caution always, but when a man acts he should act suddenly and with decision.

Back in the day after I won my first pageant there was an agency that was getting me work on the side.

The first 12-string guitar I bought was probably around 1957.

Airport security exists to guard us against terrorist attacks.