The Dieter Kienast project. I believe that a sound site strategy is responsible for ninety percent of the success of any architectural project. Of course, beyond the initial principle of settlement, keeping an eye on how the project unfolds through multiple design phases —urban, architectural and human scales— and making constant adjustments to the site strategy is an important barometer of the health of the project.

I am often reminded of the experience of eating, and choosing the day’s specials, at restaurants around the world (Michelin starred or not). The inventiveness, the perfectly cooked subtle and innovative flavors, and the beautifully presented dishes are part of showing off the chef’s skill.