Only architecture that considers human scale and interaction is successful architecture.

First life, then spaces, then buildings - the other way around never works.

A good city is like a good party - people stay longer than really necessary, because they are enjoying themselves.

Cultures and climates differ all over the world, but people are the same. They’ll gather in public if you give them a good place to do it.

A good city is like a good party. People don't want to leave early.

Something happens because something happens because something happens

An endless number of green buildings doesn't make a sustainable city.

If you make more roads, you will have more traffic.

Make it nice where you are, and put the density on top.

As he stared down at River's lips, swollen from his kisses, there was no question she would be his. The fire within her matched his.

Things which are seemingly opposed may in fact be working together

There exists in man a mass of sense lying in a dormant state, and which, unless something excites it to action, will descend with him, in that condition, to the grave.

It is only by dispelling the clouds and phantoms of religion that we shall discover truth, reason and morality.

Frequently the more trifling the subject, the more animated and protracted the discussion.

Also, the more you're not focused on showbiz and instead focused on life, learning about other people, and keeping your eyes open and trying to be aware of the world.

Love is the answer, and you know that for sure; Love is a flower, you've got to let it grow.

One thing is clear, the president of North Vietnam is not a fanatic. He is a very strong and determined man, but capable of listening, something that is very rare in a person of his position.

Most writers are secretly worried that they're not really writers. That it's all been happenstance, something came together randomly, the letters came together, and they won't coalesce ever again.

Its shocking how many people believe hardships are a punishment from God! Every hardship is good for you-if it brings you closer to Him!