I.M. Pei

Quotes

• “Contemporary architects tend to impose modernity on something. There is a certain concern for history but it’s not very ...”
• “Architecture is the very mirror of life. You only have to cast your eyes on buildings to feel the presence of the past, ...”
• “It is not an individual act, architecture. You have to consider your client. Only out of that can you produce great arch...”
• “You cannot defend your design without knowing what you're designing for.”
• “Life is architecture and architecture is the mirror of life.”
• “Success is a collection of problems solved.”
• “Be the best, not necessarily the original.”
• “Let's do it right. This is for the ages.”
• “Great artists need great clients.”