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Finding The Patterns
What makes a genius? According to The Imaginary Foundation (which is, ironically, a real thing), it's the ability to understand the overarching patterns of the universe, to see how things fit together. The Imaginary Foundation has compiled a list of the world's greatest "pattern seekers," from household name Albert Einstein to lesser-knowns like David Bohm.
bigthink.com
A More Sustainable Barbie
Toymaker Mattel Inc., producer of the beloved Barbie doll, has announced that it will stop using packaging from a Singapore-based firm accused of practicing unsustainable clear-cutting methods. The move comes largely as a result of a protest campaign launched by Greenpeace. Could an “Environmentalist Barbie” be right around the corner?
Beirut Goes Green
Beirut, Lebanon's central district has undergone a makeover thanks to the folks at Foster and Partners. Called "3beirut," the sustainable development pays special attention to the public realm and accessible green space, utilizing a staggered and rectilinear design that allows the buildings to blend into the surrounding urban fabric. Looks pretty cool, too.
designboom.com