Texture and pattern should function as a surprise. — Robert Denning

"No white anything (except sheets)."

"Ill accept commissions from anyone who isnt frightened by my proposals."

"Cooking is like decorating — it never bores me."

"Having people be impressed with a house is not a compliment. You dont want them to say, What a place! You want them to sit down and enjoy it."

"Appearance is everything. I find that a view is secondary. Even in those apartments on the East River, its dull, looking out at those little boats."

"Everything is really about lighting."