The Materials of the Eames House
Charles and Ray Eames set out to design and build the Eames House by utilizing materials in an “honest” manner. Here is a list of the most vital Eames House parts, including their original war-time intent and why Charles and Ray wanted the house to be respectful and representative of the innate qualities of its materials.
“Life in a Chinese Kite”
We’re reaching for the September 1950 issue of Architectural Forum, The Magazine of Building to uncover why a life spent at the Eames House was described as living "in a Chinese kite.”
A Post-War Solution for Life and Work
The Eames House is an internationally-recognized historic structure that served as Charles and Ray's primary residence for much of their lives. Discover how the Eameses secured their beloved meadow and constructed a home suited for life and work.
Eames and the Strathmore Apartments
How did Charles and Ray's first home together add to the richness of their lives?
The Importance of Landmark Status
It was important that the Eames House remain intact with the highest historic integrity (building materials, collections inside and surrounding the structure, and the 1.4 acre landscaping in Pacific Palisades, California) with the hopes of sharing the legacy of Charles and Ray with the public for the foreseeable future. The Eames House received its designation as a National Historic Landmark and was added to the National Register of Historic Places by the National Park Service in September 2006.