Designed in 1951, the Vitra Eames Wire Chair (DKR: Dining Knot-Wire Chair Rod-base) is a variation on the theme of the organically shaped one-piece seat shell, pairing transparent lightness with technological sophistication.
Their intention was to design a light and durable chair using a minimal amount of materials. Inspired by the DSR chair, the first industrially produced plastic chair, they came up with an intelligent design solution which uses a wireframe grid and a classic Eames Eiffel base to create a functional and honest chair with a unique expression.
Despite being an all-metal chair it is very comfortable due to the carefully sculpted form. Impressive yet subtle this iconic chair is a great addition to a broad array of interior and exterior spaces.
The wire shell can be joined with a variety of different bases and is offered without upholstery, with a removable seat cushion, or with a removable two piece seat and back cushion for the ultimate in comfort. DKR models with a powder-coated finish (not chrome) are suited for both indoor and outdoor use.
Designed in 1951, the Vitra Eames Wire Chair (DKR: Dining Knot-Wire Chair Rod-base) is a variation on the theme of the organically shaped one-piece seat shell, pairing transparent lightness with technological sophistication.
Their intention was to design a light and durable chair using a minimal amount of materials. Inspired by the DSR chair, the first industrially produced plastic chair, they came up with an intelligent design solution which uses a wireframe grid and a classic Eames Eiffel base to create a functional and honest chair with a unique expression.
Despite being an all-metal chair it is very comfortable due to the carefully sculpted form. Impressive yet subtle this iconic chair is a great addition to a broad array of interior and exterior spaces.
The wire shell can be joined with a variety of different bases and is offered without upholstery, with a removable seat cushion, or with a removable two piece seat and back cushion for the ultimate in comfort. DKR models with a powder-coated finish (not chrome) are suited for both indoor and outdoor use.
Eames DKR Wire Chair
by
Vitra

This product is designed by
Charles and Ray Eames
Charles and Ray were a married couple who fundamentally changed the way furniture and buildings are designed and manufactured - playing a large role at the inception of the Modernist movement. They worked with Herman Miller and then later Vitra in the 1950’s to pioneer new technologies in moulded plywood, plastic resin and wire mesh products.
Charles was by highly influenced by the Finnish Architect Eliel Saarinen who encouraged Eames to move to Michigan to further study Architecture at the Cranbrook Academy of Art. He became friends with Eliel’s son Eero and together they created a prize-winning furniture entry for New York’s MOMA museum ‘Organic Design in Home Furnishings’ competition. Ray Eames was born as...