The Eames Philosophy: Curiosity, Creativity & Better Questions with Chief Curator Llisa Demetrios
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Episode notes
How can curiosity change the way you approach a challenge?
In this special episode of How We Future, Lisa Kay Solomon travels to the Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity in Richmond, California, for a conversation with Llisa Demetrios, Chief Curator of the Institute and granddaughter of legendary designers Ray and Charles Eames.
Surrounded by the Eames collection itself, Lisa and Llisa explore the stories, philosophies, and design principles that shaped Ray and Charles' extraordinary work. From iconic furniture to exhibitions, films, architecture, toys, and educational experiences, the Eames believed that design is about solving problems with empathy, curiosity, and care.
Together, they discuss why prototyping beats perfection, why asking better questions matters more than having quick answers, and how ...