Charles and Ray Eames were American designers who revolutionized 20th-century furniture, industrial design, and architecture. They began their collaborative career in 1941 after meeting at the Cranbrook Academy of Art. The Eames are known for their innovation with new materials and technologies in furniture design. Their iconic works include the Moulded Plywood series (1946), the classic Lounge Chair (1956), and the Aluminum Group and Soft Pad series office chairs (1958). The Eames' designs emphasize ergonomics, versatility, and innovation, earning them a permanent place in major museums and archive collections worldwide.

Tabletop: Wood veneer over moulded five-ply plywood with a subtle indentation

Legs: Tubular steel in polished, brushed, or powder-coated finishes

Veneer Finish: Custom selections available from Archetype Forms

Archetype Forms Moulded Plywood Coffee Table: Metal Legs

The Moulded Plywood Coffee Table: Metal Legs was originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames and introduced in 1946 as part of their iconic moulded plywood furniture collection.

Known as the CTM (Coffee Table, Metal Base), the table pairs a circular moulded plywood top with tubular steel legs. This innovative design reflects the Eameses’ wartime experimentation with moulding techniques, which allowed them to create lightweight and durable furniture with minimal material waste.

The CTM was developed alongside its wooden-legged counterpart, the CTW, and was initially manufactured by the Evans Molded Plywood Company. Its tubular steel legs add a sleek, industrial element to the design, complementing the organic warmth of the plywood top. The table’s simple yet functional construction demonstrates the Eameses’ focus on creating versatile and accessible furniture for modern living. Its enduring appeal lies in its timeless silhouette, material innovation, and adaptability to a variety of interior spaces.

Key Features:

Material Innovation: Five-ply top and tubular steel legs reflect advanced moulding and industrial techniques.

Sleek Design: Circular top and slender metal legs create a simple, modern profile.

Versatile Placement: Suitable for living rooms, lounges, or office spaces.

Historical Significance: Reproduction of the original Eameses’ groundbreaking 1946 Moulded Plywood Collection, featuring iconic designs like the LCW, DCW, and CTW. The Eameses eventually perfected the moulded plywood process for their iconic Lounge Chair

Shop the Moulded Plywood Coffee Table: Metal Legs, originally designed by Charles & Ray Eames, online in Canada and the USA. Also available in a Moulded Plywood Coffee Table: Wood Legs version.