"The Phillis Wheatley Elementary School was built in 1955 by architect Charles R. Colbert. The building is raised in such a way that helped it survive Hurricane Katrina. The original intent of elevating the structure was to create a sheltered play area underneath as well as to allow air flow that helped keep the interior cool....."
"Two-story structure comprised of one bedroom, one and a half bathrooms, dining room, custom Wharton Esherick kitchen and large double-height living room, totaling 2,500 square feet.."
Alguns dos materiais que o casal Eames usou nos seus objectos foram desenvolvidos para aviões militares durante a 2:a Grande Guerra. Mas não é que a fonte de inspiração aqui está bem visível.....?