Charles & Ray Eames were American designers whose love of abstract yet functional architecture and design is visible in their most iconic creation. The Eames moulded plastic and fibreglass armchair embodies the practical and playful synergy of this husband and wife design team. First showcased in 1948 at the Museum of Modern Art's Low-Cost Furniture Design Competition in New York, the design became hugely successful for it's modern, minimalist style. The piece is also commonly referred to as the Eiffel Plastic Armchair due to the shape of it's base.
The beauty of this simplistic design lies in it's versatility. The fibreglass shell can be combined with an assortment of bases to create different looks. The seat also comes in a variety of shades, perfect for adding a splash of colour to a workspace or dining area. What I love most about this chair is it's slimline design which is great if you don't have a lot of space to work with.
Where to buy
Despite the chair's original intended purpose as an affordable piece of interior design for the masses, quality and price tend to vary considerably. Cult Furniture and My Furniture both do great bargains whereas SwivelUK and Nest are much more on the pricey side. Given that the seat is made from plastic and the base is wood, this piece really shouldn't break the budget.
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