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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$1,900 / item
Dining Chair No. 2 - Fluentum Series
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Dining Chair No.2 has a free-form design; the wood bends and curves with beautiful flows to create the design. The handcrafted details on the piece such as the curves, varying th...
Fabric, Hardwood
$2,000 / item
Dining Chair No. 1 - Fluentum Series, by Raka Studio
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
This is the Dining Chair No. 1 of the Fluentum Series of works. The Dining Chair No.1 has a free-form design; the wood bends and curves with beautiful flows to create the design. ...
Fabric, Velvet, Bentwood, Ash
Dining chairs no.18 by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Dining chairs no.18 by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished with new seats.
Beech, Bentwood
Bentwood dining room chair no.14 by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Bentwood dining room chair no.14 by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.
Beech, Bentwood
Classic Set 6 Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Bistro Dining Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic set 6 Thonet Bentwood Dining /Bistro chairs, model # 18.Labeled Made in Czechoslovakia.Nuce clean matched set, Retains original warm honey blonde fini...
Bentwood
Bentwood dining chair no.20 by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Bentwood dining chair no.20 by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.
Beech, Bentwood
$1,176 / item
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Shell Dining Chair, Linen Schwarzwald by Dedar, Vintola Studio
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile dining seats. They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs. Chair was designed by Vi...
Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Beech
$3,900 / set
H 28 in W 17.7 in D 15 in
Giovanni Michelucci "Torbecchia" Series Dining Chairs by Poltronova, Set of 6
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six dining chairs, designed by Giovanni Michelucci from the Torbecchia series and produced by Poltronova in the 1960s. The design uses a simple wooden structure, reflecting hi...
Rush, Wood
Rage Thonet Dining or Side Chair No. 85
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood magahony stained from circa 1900.
Beech, Bentwood, Plywood
$2,823 / set
H 29.14 in W 21.66 in D 20.48 in
Vintage Danish Teak Dining Chairs No. 7 by Helge Sibast 1960s Set of 4
By Sibast, Helge Sibast
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage danish teak dining chairs model 7 by Helge Sibast 1960s Set of 4 Set of four stunning Danish Mid-century modern dining chairs designed in the 1950s by Danish master carpente...
Oak, Teak
Rare Kohn Dining or Side Chair No. 20
By J & J Kohn & Mundus
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful bentwood construction with perforated plywood seat from the 1900. Excellent restored. Two pieces available.
Bentwood, Plywood, Beech
Set of 4 Thonet dining chairs no.164
By Thonet
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Set of 4 Thonet dining chairs no.164. Professionally stained and repolished.
Beech, Bentwood
Set of Six A. Rudin No. 807 Walnut Bouclé Gondola Dining Chairs
By A. Rudin
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A refined set of six A. Rudin “No. 807” dining chairs, consisting of two host armchairs finished in vegan leather and four side chairs finished in a stylish patterned bouclé fabric. ...
Bouclé, Faux Leather, Walnut
$748Sale Price|25% Off
H 33.86 in W 19.69 in D 22.05 in
1973 Verner Panton, 1-2-3 Series Dining Chair in Brown Fabric
By Verner Panton, Rosenthal
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach,...
Steel