Desire/Acquire: Eames Walnut Stool

March 08th, 2010 | Category: Do it Yourself

Charles and Ray Eames have won by my heart but not necessarily my paycheck. Even still, I’ve had my eye on the duo’s iconic Walnut Stools ($829) from the day I spotted them in the corner at Room & Board. Originally made in 1960 for the duration Life Building in New York, the steep price tag is more reflective of contemporary times. I can’t stomach spending nearly a thousand dollars on the splendid stool even whether it does double-duty as a foot rest, side table, and additional seating. Fortunately I stumbled upon a similar design but at less than a third of the price. To see the budget-friendly option just read more. House Eclectic’s Spool Stool ($305) is strikingly similar in design and

nearly the same exact size as the walnut stools. While it does lack the famous label, beautiful finish, and solid wood interpretation, it makes up for it with color – the Spool is available in 10 different color choices! The options are endless with that fun replica, but I particularly love that a trio of the economical furnishings cost less than just one of the Eames’s renowned stool.