At first glance, the beguiling furniture creations of Raka Studio look like optical illusions. A joint project of three brothers — Saleh, Waleed and Rayan Ahmed Salman — this exciting modern Pakistan-based company marches to the beat of its own drum. Its one-of-a-kind coffee tables, floor lamps and sofas serve as functional pieces of furniture and sculptural works of art.
Raka Studio was established in 2018 after the self-taught brothers produced their first pieces for the family home. The driving force behind all of their visually stunning designs is a love of nature and natural variance. Each piece is made entirely by hand, usually from ash wood imported from the United States, and can take weeks to complete.
In the studio, furniture is curved using ancient Japanese wood-bending techniques, giving the pieces an organic fluidity. The goal is to disrupt prevalent design trends while prioritizing quality craftsmanship. “This approach to our work helps us create distinct pieces that are also technically and aesthetically intriguing,” the brothers explained to StyleRow.
These unique designs have earned Raka Studio critical acclaim and partnerships in the United States and the United Kingdom. The brothers have exhibited at galleries and completed commissions for hotels.
Since its establishment, the studio has grown to include not just the brothers but a team of skilled craftsmen, with plans to introduce new materials and techniques over time. At Raka Studio, it’s all about pushing the limits of design.
On 1stDibs, find Raka Studio tables, lighting, seating and more.
Floor Lamp No. 1 - Fluentum Series, in solid ash wood by Raka Studio
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
This piece is the Floor Lamp No. 1 - Fluentum Series. The lamp is made by bending strips of ash wood, which is then sculpted to give details to the pi...
Bentwood, Ash
Statement Lighting, Abstract Bentwood Chandelier by Raka Studio
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
A chandelier made in solid ashwood using wood bending techniques. The piece is a complex design, giving it a varying look from each angle. Three-light are placed in a wooden cocoon-l...
Bentwood
Chandelier No. 2 - Vrksa Series by Raka Studio made in Ash Wood
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Chandelier No. 2 from the Vrksa Series is made in solid ash wood using wood bending techniques. The piece is a complex design, giving it a varying look from each angle. Spotlight...
Wood, Ash, Bentwood
$6,500 / item
Bent Wood Tall Arc Lamp, Black Finish by Raka Studio
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
This arc lamp stands over 6 ft tall and has been finished in coal black to have a strong presence that complements its size. Abstract bent wood design surrounds the solid wood lamp...
Ash, Bentwood
Minimal Bentwood Small Table Lamp in a Lacquered Finish by Raka Studio
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
A minimally designed side lamp made using solid ash wood that displays the natural flow of wood with its natural grain as it has been finished in clear lacquer. Our Vrksa Collect...
Ash, Bentwood
Talia Floor Lamp in Black Matt/Gloss Finish by Pablo Designs
By Pablo Studio, Carmine Deganello, Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
A minimal and personal sized LED floor light companion that offers 360° plus light adjustment . A perfect accessory to suit any lifestyle. Additional Information: Materials: Ext...
Aluminum
$7,542 / item
H 72.84 in W 94.49 in D 23.63 in
Modern Sublime Arc Floor Lamp, Marble Black, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Sublime Arc Floor Lamp, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Sublime floor lamp enhances modern interiors with its timeless elegance. ...
Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Large Arc Floor Lamp with Acrylic Diffuser
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Vintage floor lamp made of a circular white marble base with soften edges, bent stainless steel arm with an adjustable extension and ended with a ...
Marble, Stainless Steel
$743 / item
H 11 in W 12.2 in D 12.2 in
Kartell Small Planet Table Lamp in Crystal by Tokujin Yoshioka
By Tokujin Yoshioka, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Planet lamp in crystal. Its special feature that is the shape of its slightly elliptical diffuser. Its transparent surface, which is many-sided both inside and out, creates a rich ta...
Aluminum
$12,996Sale Price|20% Off
H 86.62 in W 92.52 in D 31.5 in
Palm Wood Arc Floor Lamp, American Craftsman, Leather Shade, 1980s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Palm Wood; Studio Craft; Arc; Floor Lamp; 1980s; American Craftsman; Craftsmanship; Ethnic Inspired; Lightning; Artist; Functional Art; Palm wood floor lamp, a testament to craftsm...
Leather, Palmwood
Kartell Small Planet Table Lamp in Yellow by Tokujin Yoshioka
By Tokujin Yoshioka, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Planet lamp in crystal. Its special feature that is the shape of its slightly elliptical diffuser. Its transparent surface, which is many-sided both inside and out, creates a rich ta...
Aluminum
Silver Antica I Floor Lamp by OHLA STUDIO
By Ohla Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Silver Antica I Floor Lamp by OHLA STUDIO Dimensions: D 50 x W 54 x H 150 cm Materials: Copper. 8 kg Available in other finishes: Silver, Forest, and Teal. A pre-Hispanic smithing...
Copper
$3,300
H 24 in W 18 in D 10 in
Contemporary Carved Hua Design Table Lamp in Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carved Hua design table lamp Black lacquer Hand carved Metal base Hand repoussé Limited edition Natural linen shade Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorat...
Metal
Forest Antica I Floor Lamp by OHLA STUDIO
By Ohla Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Forest Antica I Floor Lamp by OHLA STUDIO Dimensions: D 50 x W 54 x H 150 cm Materials: Copper. 8 kg Available in other finishes: Silver, Forest, and Teal. A pre-Hispanic smithing...
Copper
Silver Antica VI Task Floor Lamp by OHLA STUDIO
By Ohla Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Silver Antica VI Task Floor Lamp by OHLA STUDIO Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 150 cm Materials: Copper. 6 kg Available in other finishes: Silver, Forest, and Teal. A pre-Hispanic sm...
Copper
$3,305 / item
H 12 in W 48 in D 8 in
4-foot Pendant Light in Whitewashed Ash with White Fixtures by Hinterland Design
By Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
It’s believed that ancient Egyptians may have had the technology to harness electricity and create light thousands of years ago. This technology is referred to as the light of the Dendera Temple. This customizable pendant light...
Steel
Alabaster Tall Lamp by Owl
Located in Geneve, CH
Alabaster tall lamp by Owl Dimensions: D 20 x W 20 x H 190cm Materials: Solid Alabaster. Also available in different dimensions. All our lamps can be ...
Alabaster