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.
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Wall Light No. 001
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
Strips of wood have been used to create this wall light. The strips create an organic flow and allow for the light to slip through the strips which creates a unique lighting experien...
Wood, Bentwood
Ceramic Wall Light No.49/2 by Heather Levine
By Heather Levine, Gallery L7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderfully sculptural ceramic wall light No.49/2, designed and handcrafted by Los Angeles based ceramicist Heather Levine. High fired stoneware with matte burnt olive glaze body wit...
Brass
Casa Wall Light No3
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Casa Wall Light No 3 in white Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Artisanal ceramic light with textured finish, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each piece is unique due to...
Ceramic
Casa Wall Light No6
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Casa Wall Light No 6 in white Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Artisanal ceramic light with textured finish, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each piece is unique due to...
Ceramic
Ceramic Wall Light No.5005 by Heather Levine
By Gallery L7, Heather Levine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful ceramic light No.5005, designed and handcrafted by Los Angeles based ceramicist Heather Levine. High fired stoneware with greenish/white speckled glaze on a cork colored cl...
Brass
Ceramic Wall Light No.08 by Heather Levine
By Heather Levine, Gallery L7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful ceramic light No.08, designed and handcrafted by Los Angeles based ceramicist Heather Levine. High fired stoneware with matte white glaze on a cork colored clay body with d...
Brass
Casa Wall Light No1
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Casa Wall Light No 1 in yellow Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Artisanal ceramic light with textured finish, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each piece is unique due t...
Ceramic
Ceramic Wall Light No.63 by Heather Levine
By Heather Levine, Gallery L7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderfully sculptural ceramic wall light No.63, designed and handcrafted by Los Angeles based ceramicist Heather Levine. High fired stoneware with beige/white glaze body with highly...
Brass
Casa Wall Light No3
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
CASA WALL LIGHT No3, designed in 2023. Artisanal ceramic light with textured finish, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each piece is unique due to its handmade nature, sh...
Ceramic
Ceramic Wall Light No.5007 by Heather Levine
By Heather Levine, Gallery L7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful ceramic light No.5007, designed and handcrafted by Los Angeles based ceramicist Heather Levine. High fired stoneware with matte grey glaze on a cork colored clay body with ...
Brass
ASEA No. 4 Sculptural Wall Light in Stoneware and Brass
By Ceren Gurkan
Located in İstanbul, TR
Organic Modern stoneware and metal wall light by Ceren Gürkan. Asea is a sculptural, made-to-order wall piece featuring individually handcrafted wavy textures in ceramic stoneware, p...
Metal
Casa Wall Light No3
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
CASA WALL LIGHT No3, designed in 2023. Artisanal ceramic light with textured finish, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each piece is unique due to its handmade nature, sh...
Ceramic
Ceramic Wall Light No.49 by Heather Levine
By Gallery L7, Heather Levine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderfully sculptural ceramic wall light No.49, designed and handcrafted by Los Angeles based ceramicist Heather Levine. High fired stoneware with grey/white glaze body with decorat...
Brass