When I think of some of my earlier work, it really seems a fortunate coincidence that I succeeded. Helmut Jahn coincidenceearlyfortunate Change image and share on social
I find if my body feels well and I exercise regularly, I think better, work better and feel better. Helmut Jahn bodyexercisefeel Change image and share on social
The American attitude towards efficiency and execution should always underlie architecture. Helmut Jahn americanarchitectureattitude Change image and share on social
Critics are entitled to have an opinion, but how can they judge how comfortable a building is? No critic is smart enough to judge how a building will perform over time. Helmut Jahn buildcomfortablecritic Change image and share on social
When I work, I work very hard. When I don't work, I have to do something where my endeavor can totally take me off what I do professionally, like sailing. It takes all your attention. Helmut Jahn attentionendeavorhard Change image and share on social
Sometimes I have to accept a job I don't really want. Hardly anybody comes up to you with a commission; it's all competitions these days. Helmut Jahn acceptcommissioncompetition Change image and share on social
German and English firms operate internationally, while French firms do not. The only place where they all have work is in China. Anybody can sell himself in China! Helmut Jahn chinaenglishfirm Change image and share on social
We want our buildings to work like a machine that will create a pleasurable environment. Helmut Jahn buildingcreateenvironment Change image and share on social
I don't consider myself a star or a celebrity. I'm a simple guy who works a lot. Helmut Jahn celebrityguylot Change image and share on social
