Ray and charles eames

As a major retrospective of the lauded designers' work opens at the Barbican, we reveal ten little-known facts about their life and creative practice

The guidelines are simple: photography is permitted for souvenir purposes only, and reservations must be made in advance. A rite of passage for any design-minded local or visiting practitioner, a trip to the Eames House, nestled on a winding hillside just above the Santa Monica Bay, will cost you $1

Charles and Ray Eames were some of the most influential designers of 20th-century modern design. The story of the couple, making their careers in the US, involves both design competitions and World War Two – and Finnish architects Eliel and Eero Saarinen.

The World of Charles and Ray Eames is a wide-ranging, all-inclusive must-see exhibit highlighting the talent of two California artists of incredible depth and variety.

Charles Eames, Ray Eames. Lounge Chair and Ottoman. 1956. Herman Miller Furniture Co., Zeeland, MI. Molded rosewood, plywood, leather, cast aluminum, rubber shock mounts, and stainless steel glides. .a (chair): 33 x 33 3/4 x 33" (83.8 x 85.7 x 83.8 cm) .b (ottoman): 16 x 26 x 21" (40.6 x 66 x 53.3 cm). Gift of the manufacturer. 336.1960.a-b. Architecture & Design

Sold: Early LCW chair in Walnut by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, 1954 | #117438

Taking inspiration from the humble cardboard box, Ray and Charles Eames created toys and furniture to spark the imaginations of kids and grown-ups alike.

Charles & Ray Eames have been internationally recognized at the forefront of the design, architecture, filmmaking, and furniture communities.

In Residence: Icon 📚 The Eames House, Los Angeles ⁠ ⁠ This landmark mid-century house was designed and constructed in 1949 by husband-and-wife Charles and Ray Eames to serve as their home and studio 💚⁠ ⁠ Tap the link to watch the Eames's film 'View from the People Wall' on NOWNESS 👀⁠