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.
$2,600 / item
Cataract Chair II by Raka Studio
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
Cataract II a side/filler chair made in solid ashwood by bending wood. Three of the legs have been made using the wood-bending technique to adopt an abstract natural wave-like design...
Velvet, Ash, Bentwood
Solid Bentwood Side Chair Stool, Velvet Upholstery by Raka Studio
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
A side/filler chair made in solid ashwood by bending wood. Three of the legs have been made using the wood-turning technique to adopt an abstract natural wave-like design. It has bee...
Velvet, Ash, Bentwood
$2,990
H 38.59 in W 16.93 in D 18.12 in
Handcrafted Studio Windsor Chair by Fabian Fischer, Germany 2023
By Fabian Fischer
Located in Berlin, DE
Made to order windsor chair by German Woodworker Fabian Fischer. Made in the tradition and quality of American Studio Craftsmanship. The price reflects ...
Wood
$2,990
H 48.82 in W 18.51 in D 19.69 in
Handcrafted Studio Bent Chair by Fabian Fischer, Germany, 2023
By Fabian Fischer
Located in Berlin, DE
Made to order bent chair by German Woodworker Fabian Fischer. Made in the tradition and quality of American Studio Craftsmanship. The price reflects the...
Wood
$5,420 / item
H 37 in W 20 in D 18 in
Custom Bobbin Arm Side Chair with Caned Seat by Dos Gallos Studio
By Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom bobbin chair with caned seat. These chairs are made in Alder with a variety of finishes. Can be made with a caned seat or with an upholst...
Walnut
$17,818 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Contemporary Camel Upholstered Chair, Square Alchemy Chair by Rick Owens
By Rick Owens
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary camel upholstered chair - Square Alchemy chair by Rick Owens 2015 Dimensions: L 60 x W 60 x H 76 cm Materials: Bronze, camel skin Weight: 4...
Bronze
$3,500
H 34.65 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in
"Maria Alice" Chair, by Marcelo Magalhães, Brazilian Contemporary Design
By Marcelo Magalhães
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This outstanding chair was designed by Marcelo Magalhães in 2022. The unique organic shape of the wood is beautifully combined with the handwork of...
Wood, Straw
$1,121
H 16.54 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in
Italian Vintage Piano Stool, Solid Wood & Brass, Velvet, 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
An Italian vintage 20th-century stool or piano stool, reupholstered in a soft velvet taupe grey seat with a subtle floral pattern. It is composed of solid wood, beautiful brass criss...
Brass
$1,475 / item
H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
2x Solid Oak Side Chair in Style of Charlotte Perriand, France, 1950's
By Pierre Chapo, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Den Haag, NL
Solid Oak side chair, France 1950's. This stool has a beautiful structure in solid Oak with a warm natural patina. There are 2 chairs available.
Oak
$3,935 / item
H 33.08 in W 20.87 in D 20.48 in
DOOQ! Organic Modern Marlon Chair, Red Kvadrat by P.Franceschini
By Pietro Franceschini, DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
When pure geometry meets soft curves, something sculptural and sensual comes out. A fine dialogue between oversized legs and clean lines takes place in this piece upholstered in moha...
Mohair
$2,751 / item
H 34 in W 20 in D 21 in
Contemporary Modern Jeeves Chair in Brown Fabric and Metal by Collector Studio
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Jeeves - 21st century designed by Collector Studio chair fabric brown The Jeeves series features sophisticated details and great versatility. The elegant range of fabrics and leathe...
Leather, Walnut
$3,935 / item
H 33.08 in W 20.87 in D 20.48 in
DOOQ! Organic Modern Marlon Chair, Pink Kvadrat by P.Franceschini
By Pietro Franceschini, DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
When pure geometry meets soft curves, something sculptural and sensual comes out. A fine dialogue between oversized legs and clean lines takes place in this piece upholstered in moha...
Mohair
$880 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Sculptural Stool Solid Mango Wood, Hand-Hewn Detailing, Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
An elegantly rounded, sculptural stool crafted from mango wood. Unique to this stool is the hand-hewn detailing on all sides providing a wonderful contrast of textures.
Wood, Fruitwood
Elegg Tubular Chair C by Studio Christinekalia
Located in Geneve, CH
Elegg tubular chair C by Studio Christinekalia Dimensions: W 50 x D 50 x H 85 cm. Materials: Stainless steel, bouclé fabric. Austere in appea...
Stainless Steel