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.
$3,400 / item
Chair No. 4 - Vrksa Series - Lounge Chair
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
$8,500 / item
Chassis No. 1 - Vrksa Series by Raka Studio
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
About Plana II - 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, th...
Velvet, Wood, Bentwood
$8,500 / item
Chassis No. 3 - Vrksa Series - Wooden Chassis
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
$4,200 / item
Chair No. 3 - Vrksa Series - Hand Painted
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
A single-seater chair designed and produced by Raka Studio and finished in collaboration with Hamza Khan Shirwani. Made in solid ashwood by bending wood....
Bentwood, Paint
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
$7,800 / item
Chassis No. 1 - Fluentum Series - Wooden Chassis
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
This piece is a combination of various design elements and techniques that have been honed over the years, along with elements that are unique to this piece. This piece is a display ...
Ash, Oak, 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
$3,459 / item
H 26.38 in W 70.87 in D 33.86 in
"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Natural Linen and Wood Feet, Small Size
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The Flag Couch is a smart and multifunctional piece. The couch has a cushion built into the seat that makes the piece with dual functionality: when is close...
Fabric, Hardwood
$9,500
H 29 in W 95 in D 45 in
Vintage Curved Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional c. 1980s
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A classic sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and manufactured by Directional in the 1980s. Great flowing lines with signature disc bases and thick lucite center support. Fabric is origi...
Fabric, Wood
Alma Chaise Lounge Slip Cover Only
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Slip Cover Only Shown in Havane, which is a rust, terracotta, earth tone.. 100% stone washed linen. Our stone washed linen will show a variation in color and wash, giving it a softne...
Linen, Foam, Wood, Ash
$3,800 / item
H 59.06 in W 59.06 in D 27.56 in
OCA, Minimalist Hanging Swing Chair by Tiago Curioni in Aluminium
By Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Based on absolute simplicity and extreme rationalization of lines and shapes, we thought of a shape that could be replicated identically and that, in itself, should make up the whole piece. Thus, the 3 oblong links of the same size emerged, which are light, resistant, and easy to install, making outdoor or indoor life more fun. The possibility of not only sitting down but also lying down was the motto for naming the piece as OCA, referring to the most traditional Amazon Indians...
Aluminum
$8,616 / item
H 21.66 in W 76.78 in D 37.41 in
Minho Daybed by Rute Martins for Greenapple, Dark Blue Velvet and Walnut Oak
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
The Minho daybed by Rute Martins for Greenapple, in dark blue velvet with walnut-stained oak bases and integrated side table. Handcrafted in Portugal, available now. The Minho takes...
Velvet, Oak, Upholstery, Wood
$2,940
H 27 in W 28 in D 28 in
Vladimir Kagan Fettucini Lounge Chair in Sienna Leather Seat with Metal Base
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Clifton, NJ
The kinetic lines of the Fettucini Chair fold together and gracefully join along the legs, drawing the eye across each contour. The floating backrest flows into twisting curves of th...
Leather
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
Costela Lounge Chair by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, Black Lacquer
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
After Martin Eisler Carlo Hauner Costela style lounge chair in black lacquer. Originally designed by Martin Eisler in 1952 this is a...
Metal
$12,063
H 35.04 in W 58.67 in D 19.69 in
Bruno Mathsson Chaise Longue Early Chair no. 36. Blue Webbing & Beech, 1939
By Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson
Located in Odense, DK
Early edition of Bruno Mathsson chaise longue chair no. 36 with adjustable reading tray in elm wood. Dated manufacturer's paper label to the frame. Original blue paper weave webbing,...
Beech, Paper
$10,339 / item
H 21.66 in W 76.78 in D 37.41 in
Minho Daybed by Rute Martins for Greenapple, Beige Bouclé and Oak Root
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
The Minho daybed by Rute Martins for Greenapple, in beige wool bouclé with an ivory faux fur pillow and natural oak root bases. Handcrafted in Portuga...
Bouclé, Oak, Faux Fur, Upholstery
$4,200
H 45 in W 72 in D 27 in
Vienna Secession Bent Oak & Cane Chaise Lounge Chair No.01 by Gebrüder Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Victorian bent oak & cane number 01 chaise lounge chair by Gebrüder Thonet features an elegant, sculptural frame crafted from warm-toned bentwood with striking fluid curves and elega...
Wicker, Oak
$22,989
H 25.6 in W 96.46 in D 39.38 in
Cassina 'Soriana' Cognac Leather Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scarpa; Cassina; Tobia Scarpa; Afra Scarpa; Minimalist; Italian Design; Hollywood Regency; Post-modern; Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Soriana, reupholstered in aniline leather....
Chrome
Awaiting T Bench Printed Velvet and Brass
By Giorgia Zanellato, Coralla Maiuri
Located in Roma, IT
This bench is part of the Awaiting collection, presented by Secondome during Milan Fuorisalone 2016. It's a series of items born from the encounter between the printed silk and cotto...
Metal, Brass
$6,500Sale Price|48% Off
H 29 in W 98 in D 51 in
Mid-Century Modern Curved Serpentine Cloud Sofa by Weiman
By Weiman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek modern sofa designed by Weiman in the 1980s. It features a curved design, with circular platform bases, and original textured print upholster...
Fabric, Wood
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
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, Bentwood, Ash