Three favorite worlds merged last week, making this NY Times slideshow a true gem for pattern enthusiasts and home aficionados alike. Penelope Green recently profiled the Newport home of Richard Saul Wurman, founder of TED and MED and his wife Gloria Nagy, who is a novelist. The fourteen image slide show presents a reel of sophistication any anthropology or art major would appreciate. Following the article’s release, Grant McCracken of the trend blog, Culture By, wrote a thoughtful summary, driving home the point that pattern recognition “begins with everything and ends up with one very particular thing.” Worthwhile reads all around.