Category Archives: Primal Vista

Do the ‘Fish Experiment’ to ‘See’ What We’re Built to See

Posted on March 25, 2020 by

Did you ever wonder about the strange way humans take in the world? Like the animals we are, of course! A quick way to see this is with the ‘Fish Experiment.’ Look at the images below and note where your … Continue reading →

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Wellness Walls: A Look at Leaves and their Long-lasting Allure

Posted on November 17, 2017 by

Last week’s GreenBuild/ ABX2017Expo in Boston boasted a mind-boggling 550+ exhibitors and 75+ product categories focused on sustainable building—from insulation to solar panels. As the escalator descended to the 12-acre exhibit space, I felt that Robin Williams’ Moscow on Hudson … Continue reading →

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The Primal Vista: Why We Crave Water Views

Posted on August 20, 2015 by

Every summer, Mark and I reserve one vacation week for a trip to the quaint Cape Cod town of Wellfleet, Massachusetts. No chateau in Chinon, palazzo in Paris or castle in Cardiff, just a few rooms with a view—an ocean view. Like many … Continue reading →

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