In the infancy of societies, the chiefs of state shape its institutions; later the institutions shape the chiefs of state.

The city is a living organism, constantly evolving.

True innovation comes from understanding tradition deeply enough to break it properly.

最深刻的艺术往往产生于传统与创新之间的张力。

我相信建筑应该激发和鼓舞人心。

阿拉伯文学的美在于它能够将历史与想象编织在一起。