I see architecture not as Gropius did, as a moral venture, as truth, but as invention, in the same way that poetry or music or painting is invention.

He directs the firm Michael Graves & Associates which has offices in Princeton and in New York City. He attended Broad Ripple High School receiving his diploma in 1952. He began designing domestic products in 19xx.

He earned a master's degree in architecture from Harvard University. Identified as one of The New York Five Graves was known first for his contemporary building designs and some prominent public commissions. He directs the firm Michael Graves & Associates which has offices in Princeton and in New York City.