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.
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
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 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
Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready
Located in Oslo, NO
Flush mount ceiling light with hand-decorated glass shade and brass metal base. Designed and made in Norway from ca 1950s first half. The ceiling light provides a warm, diffused glow...
Brass
Crystal Flush Mounted Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French gilt metal and crystals flush-mounted light fixture with five interior lights. Measurements: Diameter: 21" Drop: 6"
Crystal, Bronze
Sunburst Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Iron by Ferro Art
By Ferro Art
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching gold leaf gilt iron leafed sunburst flush mount. Manufactured by Ferro-Art. Spain, 1950s-1960s. This ceiling flushmount features an iron structure with a central round p...
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf
Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful ceiling light with hand-decorated glass shade and brass metal base. Designed and made in Norway from ca 1950s first half. Perfectly scaled for entryways, hallways, or restr...
Brass
Large Flush Mount Light
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare large flush mount light. Measures: Diameter 56 cm. Height 28 cm. Four E27 bulbs.
Chrome
Large Sunburst Light Fixture / Flush Mount in Gilt Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Sunburst Foliage Flush Mount Light Fixture, Wrought Gilt Iron Spain, 1950 Sculptural sunburst ceiling light fixture with leaves frame surrounding a central spherical plate, g...
Iron, Gold Leaf, Metal
Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Ceiling light with painted surface and base in porcelain. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in very good vintage condition. The lamp uses...
Porcelain, Glass
Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful ceiling light with hand-decorated glass shade and brass metal base. Designed and made in Norway from ca 1950s first half. Perfectly suited for entryways, hallways, or restr...
Brass
Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Flush mount ceiling light with decorated glass shade and chrome metal base. Designed and made in Norway from ca 1960s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage condit...
Chrome
Sunburst Pendant Light or Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Metal, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Hollywood Regency Spanish Gold Leaf Gilt Iron Sunburst Foliage Pendant Lamp, 1940s. This sunburst chandelier was nicely constructed. It has two layers ...
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Flush mount ceiling light with decorated glass shade and chrome metal base. Designed and made in Norway from ca 1960s second half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage condi...
Chrome
Compass Flush Mount by David Duncan Studio
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
A square flush mount designed by David Duncan Studio. This flush mount light fixture features a lightly antiqued brass patina, subtle, tapered side...
Brass