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.
Palito Lounge Chaise by Raka Studio
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
ABOUT Palito - A lounge chassis designed and crafted by Raka Studio, is a part of the new collection, in which the studio has integrated a plain wooden surface. In this case, the pl...
Velvet, Bentwood
One Seat, Lounge Chair by Raka Studio
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
One seat is a lounge chair made in solid ashwood by bending wood. Three of the legs have been made using the wood-bending technique to adopt an abstract nat...
Bentwood
Two Seater No. 1 - Fluentum Series by Raka Studio, with Velvet Upholstery
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
This piece features a unique design element where the main frame and the inner layers of wood converge to create the back-rest of the piece in a natural flow. The legs of the sofa se...
Velvet, Ash, Bentwood
Two Seater No. 3 - Fluentum Series by Raka Studio in Ash Wood and Velvet
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Two Seater No. 3, a chassis designed by Raka Studio using an ancient Japanese technique of bending wood. The design is inspired by the organic flows of nature and the natural sha...
Velvet, Bentwood, Ash
Sofa - RML x Raka
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
A piece designed to make the room pairing Raka bentwood forms with plush upholstery and a delightful palette to create a generously scaled chaise. An artistic statement translated to...
Fabric, Rosewood
Two Seater No. 2 - Fluentum Series by Raka Studio in Ebonised Ash Wood
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Two Seater No. 2, a chassis designed by Raka Studio using an ancient Japanese technique of bending wood. The design is inspired by the organic flows of nature and the natural sha...
Velvet, Ash, Bentwood
Butaque Sofa by Clara Porset
By Clara Porset
Located in Danville, CA
Clara Porset Butaque sofa from an important architectural masterpiece designed by Ricardo Legarreta in Emeryville California. Part of a reception ...
Oak
BALANCE Customizable Modern Sofa – Elegant, Modular Design
Located in Frazão, Porto
The Balance Modular Sofa is a stunning and unique piece of furniture that is perfect for those who want to add a touch of elegance and style to their living room or sitting area. I...
Leather, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Fabric
Kaski Lounge, Narrow by Made By Choice
Located in Geneve, CH
Kaski lounge, narrow by Made By Choice with Joanna Laajisto Dimensions: 77 x 63 x 76 cm Materials: Birch plywood Standard Finishes: Natural wood / Painted black Also available:...
Birch, Plywood
Kaski Lounge, Wide by Made by Choice
Located in Geneve, CH
Kaski lounge, wide by made by choice with Joanna Laajisto Dimensions: 77 x 74 x 76 cm Materials: birch plywood Standard finishes: natural wood / painted black Also available: k...
Birch, Plywood
Naked Sofa Single with Natural Oak and Paris Safira
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The naked sectional sofa is a modular sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The naked sectional sofa is available in a number of different materials, finishes and combinations. Material Top : velvet fabric, boucle fabric Base : solid wood, choose from solid wood colors Wood: natural oak Fabric: Paris Safira Dimensions Available in several combinations Naked sofa single...
Fabric, Wood
Naked Sofa Single with Natural Oak and Smooth 72
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Naked Sectional Sofa is a modular sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Sectional Sofa is available in a number of diffe...
Fabric, Wood
