“The idea of creating garments or even architectural structures that can purify the air is something that people find incredibly compelling. There’s a lot of potential here, and as people begin to see the viability of this idea, I believe it could open up new possibilities for sustainable design.”

“Architecture is rarely experimental—it’s usually tied to practical needs and rigid building systems. The idea of building something experimental is very novel.”

“There’s a desire for experiences that take us out of our bodies - into a different time and feeling. I’m interested in how shared moments and spaces—whether museums, galleries, or theaters—create these feelings. For me, museums are ritual spaces where we collectively travel through time via objects.”

“I learned a very precious language called jazz. It’s hard to explain what it is, but there’s something about freedom.”