You may have noticed that The Conran Shop loves a classic and there is nothing we like more than indulging in a little adoration for those with an enduring story and a legacy that has surpassed a lifetime. There are few so deserving as renowned husband and wife team Charles and Ray Eames, whose legendary name is spoken amongst design fanatics around the world. With The Conran Shop sale now on and 20% off the Eames edit, it is a little easier to invest in a piece of history so we’ve done the hard work and highlighted a few of the best buys.
We wouldn’t let a brand focus go past without shining a brief spotlight on what makes it so special and in the case of Eames we aren’t short of things to shout about. Charles (1907-1978) and Ray (1912-1988) made a name for themselves having dedicated their lives to innovative creativity that changed the face of design forever. Responsible for some of the most iconic furniture of the twentieth century, their ingenuity in manufacturing process and materials led to the first attempts at mass-produced furniture and cemented their position in history as leading visionaries. Not content with product design, Charles and Ray Eames were also famed for their contribution to film, photography, teaching and architecture and spread their elegant, versatile and organic aesthetic across a broad arena of creative arts.
Sharing values of sustainability and longevity, it was only natural that Eames products would eventually be produced by notorious and celebrated manufacturers, Vitra. Following an initial visit to the USA in 1953, Vitra founder Willi Fehlbaum spied a particular chair that he sought to produce. In 1957 Vitra received the license to produce the Eames furniture collections and then later the full collections including the Eames Hang it All and the Eames Elephant throughout Europe and the Middle East. Merging engineering excellence with the creative genius of leading international designers has given Vitra a worldwide reputation for the best quality and service.
With 20% off The Conran Shop’s Eames edit there is something to flatter all spaces, simple and minimalist or industrial and masculine. Check out our edit and ensure that you don’t miss the chance to grab a piece of history.
