The philosophy behind the Eames Special Collection 2023/24: An ode to innovation and color

Charles and Ray Eames are not only designers, but also visionaries who shaped the landscape of the 20th century in many ways. From furniture design and film to photography and exhibitions, their influence is omnipresent. With their revolutionary use of materials such as plywood, fiberglass and aluminum, they changed the world of furniture design forever.
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Ray Eames, who as an artist had an unerring eye for color, saw working with color not only as an aesthetic technique, but as a form of communication. Inspired by her teacher Hans Hoffmann, a representative of Abstract Expressionism, she saw color as a means of conveying information about objects, spaces and volumes. In her words: „I never stopped painting, I just changed my palette.“ This philosophy is reflected in the Eames Special Collection 2023/24, which presents a selection of iconic designs in new finishes, fabrics and colors.
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The Eames Special Collection 2023/24 is a tribute to the legacy and innovation of Charles and Ray Eames. It includes iconic pieces such as the Eames Elephant, the Eames Wool Blanket, Plywood Mobiles and the Eames House Bird. The Organic Conference chair, which Charles Eames designed with Eero Saarinen, is also part of this exquisite collection. Vitra uses the technique of staining, a method that Charles and Ray developed and refined over the course of their careers, to color the wooden parts of the collection.
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Available worldwide until the end of January 2024, this special collection is a unique opportunity to own a piece of design history. It is more than just a collection of furniture; it is a collection of stories, of ideas and of the relentless search for perfection that Charles and Ray Eames embodied in each of their works.
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The Eames Special Collection 2023/24 is not only a celebration of design, but also a celebration of color and communication. It captures the essence of what Charles and Ray Eames were all about: a relentless curiosity, a deep understanding of materials and forms, and an unparalleled ability to captivate the eyes and minds of the viewer. It is a testament to the timelessness and relevance of Charles and Ray Eames‘ work and a must for anyone who appreciates the subtleties of design.
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