In the world of designer furniture there are few designers for who "home" and "family" played such a central role as Charles and Ray Eames.
From the design of their "Eames House" as a combined living and working space for a young family and on through their many works for and with children, Charles and Ray Eames always presented themselves as "domestic" rather than "industrial" designers.
And so it is little wonder that so many of their designs can be so easily recommended as Christmas gifts.
The Dining Height Side Chair Rod Base (DSR) is part of Charles and Ray Eames' 1950s fibreglass collection. Although produced today by Vitra in polypropylenethe it is the same basic design that infatuated post war America. Whether as a set around a table or an individual piece for bedroom/bathroom/shed, the Vitra DSR by Charles and Ray Eames makes a welcome addition to any home or office.
Guaranteed to delight young and old alike; with its multi-coloured balls and irregular form Charles and Ray Eames' Hang it All is a true classic of 1950s design and has served as an inspiration to scores of designers since.
Perhaps the definitive expression of Charles and Ray Eames child orientated work is the Eames Elephant. Originally created in plywood, the Elephant never entered mass production during the Eames' lifetime; the Vitra Design Museum reedition in plastic is therefore the first time the object has been available for all. Stable, secure and fun the Eames Elephant is the perfect gift for all children.
Those looking for that little something extra - or a gift that spreads itself out over several years - need look no further than the Eames Lounge Chair. The very epitome of Charles and Ray Eames design work, and one of the best known post-war American designs, the Eames Lounge Chair is designed to absorb and pamper the sitter. And together with the Ottoman the experience is even better.
