The relentless pace of innovation constantly inspires us, both with form and function, in this still new century. While the pace isn't without its hazards, as we step lightly into the new decade, we see plenty of room for optimism. Below, we selected...

Encouraging individuality, Anne et Valentin design and create eyewear that makes you "delighted to be yourself." After feeling frustrated with the lack of frame choices to sell in their Toulouse shop, they designed their own small collection in colored...

On the ninth floor of NYC's new Museum of Arts & Design, the even newer restaurant Robert adds a definitively modern look inside the controversial building. The dining spot, opened just a week ago, offers sweeping views of Manhattan, all the better...

If you're coming down to the wire for holiday gifting but don't want to send the standard e-gift certificate, we've pulled together a few digital options that'll show you've put some thought into your giving this year—or at least show you read Cool...

In an initiative surrounding the HD video capabilities of Nikon's sharp new D5000, the Nikon Festival recently tapped the creative community that uses their gear. Challenging them with a seemingly Twitter-inspired contest, the missive was to create a...