What We’re Reading on the Web

As usual, we’ve read the Internet cover-to-cover and rounded up some of the most interesting reads out there for your perusal. Enjoy!

The geniuses behind Evernote and Moleskine have partnered to create a notebook that allows you to selectively share your handwritten notes with your business associates across a digital platform. The fusion of technology and good old fashioned handwritten notes is something fans of each can definitely get behind.

This week in eye candy: check out some incredibly beautiful works of environmental art.

Architect Sam Mockbee was of the belief that architects’ responsibilities went far beyond designing beautiful buildings and transforming skylines. His vision of the socially-conscious architect gave way to the founding of Auburn University’s Rural Studio – an avenue for students to create meaningful change in one of the South’s poorest counties. This history of the first 20 years of the Rural Studio from the Bitter Southerner is a can’t-miss read for any lover of architecture, social justice, and the South.

Premier talent agent turned interior designer Sandy Gallin is a fascinating character. He spent years as one of Hollywood’s most sought after producers, and then suddenly walked away. He didn’t go too far, however, as he ended up becoming the preferred interior designer for some of the entertainment industry’s biggest stars. It doesn’t end at picking a wall color though – there’s so much more in this Architectural Digest profile featuring his story and images of his clients’ homes.

Need yet another thing to add to your ever-expanding DVR list? Cool Spaces! The Best New Architecture is a new show featuring “some of the 21st century’s most provocative and innovative public space architecture in North America.” Each show will be centered around a theme and explore three structures. Click here for more information about air times.

Have a safe and hoppy Easter weekend, y’all!