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I grew up in the city. Both my mother and father were factory workers, and I loved the life in the 'metro.' Everybody saw me as a very urban guy. And I was.

I am not suggesting that just by taking the Metro, I will save billions. But I hope others will follow.

Oh, I live in London. So, whether I like it or not, I am a member of the metropolitan elite. If I were anywhere else in the country, I'd hate me.

Metro never really wanted me for anything. I was always the one who happened to be free when their first choice was not.

I don't hold myself dictated to by what everyone is saying, by the tabloids or popular opinion. I don't like bourgeois values. I say you find your own way to live.

Culture and possessions, there is the bourgeoisie for you.

When I said the city would be stronger, I didn't know that. I just hoped it. There are parts of you that say, 'Maybe we're not going to get through this.' You don't listen to them.

I don't like Moscow. It's not my city.

There is a backlash against me and everyone who has done buildings that have movement and feeling.