I've always loved three-sided patios. Courtyard plans are very common, but it's rare that it has one side open.

We are very proud of our design for the Transbay Transit Center. This will be a beautiful, functional and sustainable building for San Francisco.

I always look forward to the next project. That is one of the wonderful things about architecture - you always can hope for another project to design.

I realize that having a style would be very beneficial for my practice from a marketing standpoint, but I can't do it. I believe my responsibilities as an architect are to design the most appropriate building for the place. Each place has a distinct culture and function, which for me requires an appropriate answer.

How much are they able to capture your imagination and your heart? Being tall doesn't necessarily do it.

I think for a while we will keep building up and up and up. The desire is there.