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Power Couples: Day 6 19 September 2006
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Alexander McQueen and Sir Norman Foster
Wallpaper*: How do you value the relationship between fashion and architecture?
Alexander McQueen: Architecture is paramount in inspiring fashion.
Wallpaper*: What sort of architecture do you think reflects your aesthetic?
AM: The work of Le Corbusier – my favourite building is the Chapelle Notre-Dame-du-Haut at Ronchamp. I am drawn to its asymmetry and mysterious energy and aura.
W*: How can architecture help sell fashion?
AM: Just by being there.
W*: What are your reasons for selecting Lord Foster?
AM: His impressive body of work – I am particularly inspired by the Gherkin.
W*: Have you worked on any projects together or do you intend to?
AM: No, no plans at present.
W*: What is your favourite city and why?
AM: London, for its diversity.
W*: Which location or city do you think could most do with a makeover?
AM: Belfast.
W*: You and Alexander McQueen have not collaborated on a project, but generally speaking, how difficult is it, as an architect, to combine your vision with someone else whose vision can be equally strong?
Sir Norman Foster: I have never had difficulties working with artists who have strong personalities or convictions, quite the reverse!
W*: Are you surprised Alexander McQueen selected you as his architect of choice?
SNF: As one of his admirers from afar, I am absolutely delighted.
W*: You have worked on store design (Hamnett). How does an architect begin to turn the task of shopping into a memorable event?
SNF: In making places which are good places to be - destinations in their own right.
W*: Does fashion interest you?
SNF: Yes.
W*: Have many fashion ‘innovators’ helped advance public perception of architecture?
SNF: Not many numerically but the few that have done so have been positively influential.
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