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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$8,500 / item
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
Chaise Lounge by Preview, 1970
By Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Chaise Lounge Chair by Preview, 1970. Channel tufted original upholstery which as shown in pictures has some tears at the seams in the back. Measures 66" long, 31" wide, 27" tall 1...
Upholstery
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Chaise Lounge
Located in Houston, TX
Unusually shaped French Louis XVI style painted and gilt banquette, chaise lounge, bench, daybed or loveseat with Greek key design, ready for your own fabric...
Fabric, Wood
Regency chaise lounge
Located in Cheshire, GB
Regency Chaise Lounge – Featuring a carved back rail above an upholstered back, a graceful scroll arm, and a loose cushion seat. The piece is supported by elegantly curved sabre legs...
Wood
GUFRAM Capitello Chaise Lounge by Studio 65
By Gufram Furniture, Studio 65
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The chaise loungeCapitello is contemporary archaeological finds that can be left out in the weather thanks to a particular finish which is suited also to outdoor use. Or displayed in...
Foam
Andrianna Shamaris Impressive Teak Wood Bench or Chaise
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful aged teak wood made into this impressive bench. The back rest is 21" high, the seat 15" high. Stunning erosion wood grain on this 2.5" single sl...
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Rare Antique Teak Wood Bench or Chaise
Located in New York, NY
Impressive eighteen inch wide single slab chaise or bench. Beautiful patina on this aged organic teak slab. Perfect in a modern setting. The old with the new. Full dimensions; 64" lo...
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
$8,000 / item
H 32.29 in W 47.25 in D 43.31 in
Gufram Capitello Chaise Lounge by Studio 65, Limited Edition of 500
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Open your mind and think, if an ancient Greek column was cut into several pieces, what would it look like? In Gufram's brain hole, it became a super-personal leisure area. The head of the Ionic column becomes the luxurious Capitello sofa, which is ergonomically reclined and sunk for a very comfortable sitting; the cross-section in the middle becomes a smaller armchair Attica, which also contains A black and white cushion...
Foam
Marina Chaise Lounge by Ciarmoli Queda Studio
By Officina Ciani
Located in Milan, IT
The Marina chaise longue fuses old with new, boasting a traditional Florentine brown stainless steel frame with a galvanized powder-coated finish. Its timeless allure is accentuated ...
Metal, Stainless Steel
Hollywood Regency Chaise Lounge or Recamier
Located in New York, NY
Hollywood Regency chaise lounge or Recamier. Has black lacquered wooden legs.
Upholstery, Wood
Chaise Lounge
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Charles II period chaise lounge boasts intricate walnut craftsmanship, featuring pierce carving with scalloped shells, foliage scrolls, and flowers on its stretchers. The back p...
Wood
Interior Crafts Geometric Chaise
By Interior Crafts
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Interior Crafts Geometric Chaise This chaise measures: 36 wide x 65 deep x 36 inches high, with a seat height of 17 inches Good vintage condition. Scratches and chips in black pain...
Upholstery, Wood
Unique Chaise Longue by Jörg Pietschmann
By Jörg Pietschmann
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique signed chaise lounge by Jörg Pietschmann Ash Dimensions: H 70 x W 230 x D 77 cm Side piece of an old oak with exceptional burl on colorful legs....
Bog Wood