The Cover and the Story: Importance of Integrating Exterior and Interior Design

It has been said that you shouldn’t judge a book by the cover, for you may miss out on a good story. In design, sometimes a building doesn’t get explored because of the mystery of the outward appearance, and sometimes an outward appearance of a building can draw you in, but completely lose you on the inside. Buildings, like books, get misjudged all the time because of the façade, and that’s why it is essential that a cover matches the story. It is important that when doing a design all the components are taken into account from the layout of the interior space to the materials selected for the exterior of a building. Every piece helps to create an unforgettable design that is functional and pleasant for the public. Design is not just about creating an amazing cover for people to say “wow”; it is about designing a structure that satisfies people’s needs and desires. 

-Shernise Richardson

The Story Project: Matt Hankey

At age 16, Matt was an average teenager. He went to school, had homework, and spent most of his free time hanging out with friends at a local skate park. But a few years ago, after a glorious day of skateboarding, Matt went to bed with a simple headache and woke up paralyzed. 

While in the hospital, Matt discovered The C.A.R.E. Channel, which helped him cope with his situation and gave him hope for the future. His story is the first to be released as part of The Story Project, a video documentary initiative from Healing HealthCare Systems, producers of The C.A.R.E. Channel.