The Artist Residency Program at Villa Lena, Tuscany

The Italian escape welcomes creatives for two-month stays

For anyone who dreams of Tuscany’s majesty, there’s nothing quite like Villa Lena—an isolated 1,200 acre hilltop destination, anchored by an 18th century villa-turned-hotel. Views extend across the countryside, offering woodlands and olive groves for miles. For guests, there is an array of rental options—from guest rooms to apartments in a converted stable and entire houses. A pool sits atop one of the highest points …

Lighting Science’s “Good Night” Biological LED Lamp

Developed for NASA, a bulb that encourages melatonin production and restful sleep

Most of us are aware of the fact that there’s more to a good night’s sleep than an excellent mattress. In fact, there are so many tangential sleep industries—from pills, teas, apps and creams all the way to therapy. Until recently, however, countless people haven’t thought about the last thing they see before turning off the lights: the very beams emanating from the lightbulbs of …

Electric Objects’ Pop-Up Shop, SoHo

Getting hands-on with a frame that opens a window into digital art

Anyone who strolls galleries each Thursday or participates in the art fair circuit, is well aware of digital art’s expanding presence. As for how many people actually envision digital pieces in their home, that’s a different story. When one sees GIF art on an LCD screen or a looping experimental film, presentation becomes a fundamental question: are you buying the work within, or the work …