{"title":"Gloria Koenig","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Gloria Koenig collection, where you will find an insightful exploration into the world of arts and culture. Known for her engaging narratives and thorough research, Gloria Koenig is an esteemed author in the field of architectural design and cultural history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her standout works, \u003cem\u003eEames\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the lives and achievements of Charles and Ray Eames, iconic figures in modern architecture and design. This book offers a fascinating look at their innovative approaches and influential contributions, making it an essential read for design enthusiasts and history buffs alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKoenig's writing is both educational and engaging, providing readers with a deeper understanding of artistic movements and historical contexts. Her books are perfect for anyone wanting to enrich their knowledge in arts and culture, all while enjoying a compelling narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our selection and discover the captivating world of Gloria Koenig's works, where every page promises an enlightening experience in the realms of creativity and history.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"eames-by-gloria-koenig-9783836560214","title":"Eames","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe creative duo \u003cb\u003eCharles Eames (1907-1978)\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eRay Kaiser Eames (1912-1988)\u003c\/b\u003e transformed the visual character of America. Though best known for their furniture, the husband and wife team were also forerunners in architecture, textile design, photography, and film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eameses' work defined a \u003cb\u003enew, multifunctional modernity\u003c\/b\u003e, exemplary for its integration of craft and design, as well as for the use of modern materials, notably \u003cb\u003eplywood and plastics\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eames Lounge Chair Wood, designed with moulded plywood technology, became a defining furniture piece of the 20th century. The couple's contribution to the \u003cb\u003eCase Study Houses\u003c\/b\u003e project not only made inventive use of industrial materials but also developed an \u003cb\u003eadaptable floor plan of multipurpose spaces\u003c\/b\u003e, which would become a \u003cb\u003ehallmark of postwar modern architecture\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the couple's earliest furniture experiments to their seminal short film \u003ci\u003ePowers of Ten\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eEames\u003c\/i\u003e covers all the aspects of the illustrious Eames repertoire and its \u003cb\u003erevolutionary impact on middle-class American living\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47076539465964,"sku":"9783836560214","price":26.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27590273483553.jpg?v=1765203930"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/gloria-koenig.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}