History
The Eames House, Case Study House No. 8, was completed in 1949. Charles and Ray Eames designed and occupied the residence. Arts & Architecture magazine commissioned the structure for its Case Study House program. It served as their home and studio. In 2006, the house received designation as a National Historic Landmark.
Architecture
The house presents a Mid-20th Century Modern style. It employs a steel frame structure. Materials include steel, glass, concrete, and wood. Plaster and fiberboard panels form surfaces. The design utilized prefabricated industrial components. Colored panels of glass and wood define its exterior.
Setting
The property sits on a wooded bluff in Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles. It overlooks a meadow and the Pacific Ocean. The structure harmonizes with the surrounding landscape. Sunlight fills its spaces throughout the day.
Specifications
Residential category. Area measures 2293 square feet.
