An architect of Koolhaas’ (i)_____ might plausibly prefer designing on paper to building in concrete. Remaining within the realm of his own imagination, he need not worry about pesky clients who can dilute a project into mediocrity. But in fact, what Koolhaas enjoys most is the opportunity to engage with a client. When asked if he would consider designing a house for himself, he replied that the idea bored him, that it would feel too (ii)_____. For him, the whole point of architecture is the encounter with the other.