Upon conclusion of the war, Charles and Ray began to produce their first molded plywood furniture designs, which were ultimately manufactured by Herman Miller. The chairs, featuring gently curving surfaces of laminated veneers, provided one of the first mass produced, pieces of designer furniture available.

Trained as an architect, Eames is also known for his famous residence in Santa Monica. Completed in 1949, the house became the paradigm for incorporating standard industrial building components into private residences. The house and studio consist of exposed structural components and expanses of glass within a modular building system. The result is a residence with a strong sense of light and spatial freedom. A modern icon, the innovative residence was recognized with the American Institute of Architects Twenty-Five Year Award in 1978 for its 'subtle richness of pattern, color, and texture... and a sense of unity which has withstood the test of time'. Indeed, the structure created by Eames is a modern classic.

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