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.
Sculpted Bent Wood Floor lamp by Micheal Wilson
By Michael Wilson Design
Located in Denton, TX
The Japanese-American woodworker builds individually designed furniture from richly grained hardwoods, which are hand carved with old school joinery. The exquisite pieces are branded...
Glass, Walnut
$13,500
H 31 in W 72 in D 6.75 in
Adam Bentz, Contemporary, Ashwood, Organic Chandelier, LED, USA, 21st C.
Located in Stamford, CT
Adam Bentz, Contemporary, Ashwood, Organic Chandelier, LED, USA, 21st C. An impressive and unique organic modern chandelier by contemporary United States based woodworker, Adam Bent...
Ash
$7,169 / item
H 35.44 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in
Unique Contemporary Flexible Form Satin Brass Pendant Light by Morghen Studio
By Morghen Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculptural brass circular light pendant - Itaca by Morghen Studio Materials: Polished brass, LED light Dimensions: 180 x 90 x 90 h cm (shapable ...
Brass
$1,234 / item
H 24.61 in W 13.78 in D 1.97 in
Ceramic Pendant Lamp 'TRN C2' by Pani Jurek, Brass Rod, Ochre & Brown
By Pani Jurek
Located in Paris, IDF
TRN C2 Pendant lamp / ceiling lamp / chandelier Designer: Pani Jurek Dimensions: H 63 x 36 x 5 cm Model shown: Ochre & Brown Bulb (not included): E27/E26, compatible with US elect...
Brass
$1,639 / item
H 5 in W 2.2 in D 51 in
"Druid" Organic Modern Solid Wood Linear Pendant Light – Wabi-Sabi 51" / 130cm
Located in Braga, PT
his pendant is made from solid oak — without joints, without glue-ups, without compromises. We preserve the natural character of the material: one side remains in a live edge format ...
Oak
$10,931 / item
H 19.69 in W 64.97 in D 7.88 in
Sculptural Branch Design Contemporary Brass Linear Pendant by Morghen Studio
By Morghen Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculptural Branch Design Contemporary Brass Linear Pendant by Morghen Studio Materials: Brass, LED light, silicone Dimensions: 165 x 20 x 50 cm Light source: LED 24v - 20 w - 2.500 l...
Brass
$49,366 / item
H 118.12 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Elongated Leaf-Like Branching Shape Contemporary Brass Pendant by Morghen Studio
By Morghen Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Dafne Pendant Lamp by Morghen Studio Limited Edition Of 8 Pieces. Dimensions: D 100 x W 100 x H 300 cm Materials: Silvered brass finish and Satin brass for the lampshade’s interior....
Other
Erode Pendant Lamp Handmade in Cerused White Oak
By Aaron Scott Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Erode series envisions the geomorphic erosion process as an analogue to the sculptural practice of fabricating carved furniture. The stacked-lamination process has a lot in commo...
Acrylic, Oak
$29,619 / item
H 35.44 in W 35.44 in D 78.75 in
Organic Form Pendant Darkened Brass Finish Light Sculpted by Morghen Studio
By Morghen Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Dafne pendant darkened brass finish light sculpted by Morghen Studio Materials: Brass, LED Light Dimensions: 200 x 90 x 90 cm Custom size with brass mesh. Made to order dimensions are possible. We can customize all its details and give a complete service of 3D modelling, in order to create custom creations specifically for each interior. Standard features Light source: 220 cm LED light source - 24v - 37,5 w - 2.000 Lumen - dimmable Light color temperature: 2.700/3.000 k Driver: external - 50 Watt (AC 110-220v/DC 24v) Canopy: satin brass or white Custom features Dimming option: dali - pwm - 0-10V (all options are remotely mounted) Materials: brass, copper, bronze Finish: brushed, semi gloss Sizes: min length n/a - max length n/a Canopy: position, Size and finish of the canopy can be customized upon request All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold to the USA it will be wired for the USA for instance. Dafne was born after a journey to Africa. Its shapes are inspired by the Umbrella...
Brass
Contemporary Wood Pendant
By Gildas Berthelot
Located in Timisoara, RO
Eblouis-moi Lamp From Sleek And Minimalist Sculptures To Intricate And Ornate Decorative Pieces, Every Creation Showcases The Unparalleled Versatility Of Maple Wood As A Medium. Gil...
Wood
Flush Mount Light No. 4 by Raka Studio - Bent Wood - Red Oak
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Flush Mount Light No. 4 sits closely on the ceiling, it has been made using red oak by bending the wood. Two wooden pods bear the light bulbs, dispelling light from in between. T...
Oak, Bentwood
Flush Mount Light 2 - Vrksa Series by Raka Studio in Ash Wood
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Flush Mount Light 2 sits closely on the ceiling, it has been made using solid ash wood by bending the wood. Three cocoon-like wooden structures bear the light bulbs, dispelling l...
Bentwood, Ash
Flush Mount Light 1 - Vrksa Series by Raka Studio - Ceiling Light in Ash Wood
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Flush Mount Light 1 sits closely on the ceiling, it has been made using solid ashwood by bending the wood. Two cocoon-like wooden structures bear the light bulbs, dispelling ligh...
Ash, Bentwood
Chandelier No. 6 - Vrksa Series - Solid Wood Chandelier - Minimal Design
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
A minimally designed piece made using elements from the Studio's flush mount lights; creating an elongated piece with lighting pods at each end. Its linear design allows it to fit el...
Oak, Bentwood, Ash
Chandelier No. 7 - Vrksa Series - Bent Wood Pendant Chandelier Light
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
This piece is a pendant styled lighting piece with down lights installed at each of its three ends. The design initiates from a single point and spreads as it flows in an abstract fo...
Wood, Bentwood, Ash, Oak
Floor Lamp No. 5 - Vrksa Series - Bent Wood Lamp in Ash Wood
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
This sculptural floor lamp is part of the Vrksa Series and derives its inspiration from The Forms line of works. The piece demonstrates the flow of wood, the emerging and the reducti...
Ash, Bentwood
