[ Ford has always enjoyed Michael's company. While it's been quite some time since they've actually spoken Ford had been pleased to see him at the rebuilding site all the same. It's easy enough to fall into step with him during the design process, and so he doesn't hesitate to offer his opinion when asked. ]

No one seemed to mind how ostentatious it was before, so I don't see why we shouldn't aim for something in line with the rest of the city.

[ He will not comment on whether they should allow the clock aesthetic to endure, since he knows he can't be unbiased in that regard. What he will say is: ]

If you do include clocks, make sure there's space for thorough soundproofing in the walls. It could get noisy in there.