DeTnk - Eames

An Eames Celebration at Vitra Design Museum

Collecting Design — Wed, 11 Oct 2017 08:18:23 +0100

Charles and Ray Eames are counted among the most important designers of the 20th century. With their furniture, films, books, exhibitions and media installations, they have influenced generations of designers and continue to shape our everyday culture.

The World of Charles and Ray Eames at the Barbican

Collecting Design — Thu, 14 Jan 2016 18:24:08 +0000

Charles and Ray Eames are among the most influential designers of the 20th century. Enthusiastic and tireless experimenters, this husband and wife duo moved fluidly between the fields of photography, film, architecture, exhibition-making, and furniture and product design.

Eames Lounge Chair Debut in 1956 on NBC

DeTnk — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 15:55:48 +0100

Charles & Ray Eames discuss a number of their design masterpieces including their then new Eames Lounge Chair, on the Arlene Francis “Home” show broadcast on the NBC television network in 1956.

Although at times quite patronising to Ray herself, the video offers an exceptional view of the Eames’ philosophies and approaches to design. It’s well worth a look.

The design genius of Charles + Ray Eames

DeTnk — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 20:59:12 +0100

Eames Demetrios, grandson of the legendary design team Charles and Ray Eames, offers an inspiring view into the duo’s design process.

Although slightly confusing at times, this heartfelt tribute offers a fantastic glimpse of the Eames’ boundless creativity revealing their truly impassioned design genius.