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.
Dining Table No. 3 Fluentum Series - bent red oak wood by raka studio
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Dining Table No. 3 of the Fluentem Series is a piece where the makers have focused on detailed elements of the minimally designed piece; balancing on two points. The Studio has ...
Bentwood
$19,500 / item
Selene - Dining table by Raka Studio - Bent Wood
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
Selene, in Greek, means the moon, is a dining table crafted by bending solid Ash wood. The studio tried to mimic the design elements of nature. All the forms at the base are genteell...
Ash, Bentwood, Lacquer
$14,500
H 29.5 in Dm 60 in
Elegant Restored Vintage Circular Dining Table by McGuire - 44" Diameter Base
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional circular dining or center table by McGuire, circa 1990. The table base is 44 inches in diameter. Stout, heavy steel frame construction veneered in bamboo; leather wra...
Steel
"Desdobramento" Dining Table in Brazilian wood and acrylic
By Jose Marton
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Brazilian contemporary dining table Desdobramento dining table by Jose Marton, 2015, Brazil Limited Edition of 60. Exhibitions: Encontros, Legado Arte gal...
Acrylic, Wood
$6,868Sale Price / item|22% Off
H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 141.74 in
Contemporary Table Wood Clay and Bronzo Lacquered by Studio Oxi
By Interna8
Located in Pordenone, IT
As the top thins out and the base creates undulating movement, the look of this piece changes from different angles. The whole piece is decorated with ultra-tactile textured finishes...
Bronze
$8,867 / item
H 29.9 in W 78.7 in D 39.4 in
Contemporary Modern 111 Dining Table in Oak Wood by Collector Studio
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Is like having a huge block of wood and turn it in a huge lathe, making it look like it’s revolved shape was originated by a single gesture. This wooden table will not only look beau...
Oak, Walnut
Juno Customizable Round Pedestal Table by Laylo Studio
By Laylo Studio
Located in Chicago, IL
Shown in oxidized maple and blackened steel Measures: 40” diameter x 29” high - square edge This customizable pedestal table is shown with a seamlessly welded, blackened steel ...
Steel
Large Elegant Restored Vintage Circular Dining or Center Table by McGuire
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional restored large circular dining or center table by McGuire, circa 1980. Stout, heavy steel frame construction veneered in bamboo; leather wrapped detail in the iconic M...
Steel
$15,470 / item
H 30 in Dm 60 in
Custom Mahogany Wood Round Beehive Pedestal Table by Dos Gallos Studio
By Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom pedestal table in dark mahogany with beehive base. Measure: Top is 2 1/2" thick. Great dining or centre table. Can be made in any size and...
Mahogany, Oak, Walnut
Studio Steel Sculpture Deer Trio Dining Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Singular artisan glass top dining table. Comprised of a trio of stylized deer busts, with antlers intertwined with tree branches. Hand welded and torch cut steel busts, antlers, and ...
Steel
$16,445 / item
H 30.5 in Dm 72 in
Custom Round Dining/Center Pedestal Table in Walnut Wood by Dos Gallos Studio
By Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning natural walnut pedestal table. Wood is absolutely gorgeous! Can be made in any size and finish. As shown here in natural walnut. Made in Los Angeles by Dos Gallos Studio CUS...
Walnut
Dining Table by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dining table by Hans J Wegner A “China” dining table, Model PP-76 by Hans Wegner in mahogany for Johannes Hansen Mobelfabrik. Originally designed in 1947, this example was made by P...
Mahogany
$3,552 / item
H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
Turno dining, living table, in lacquered wood by Frattinifrilli for Medulum
Located in Meolo, Venezia
“Exquisite melting silken tints, veined roses and pale violets, like the draperies of Veronese, golden orange, yellows, vinous and intense, like Titian’s simarres … undulate, conflict, and lose themselves under the innumerable flaming darts descending from above at every discharge of the sun’s rays.” Hippolyte Taine, Italy Turning identity. An object and its infinite possibilities; unique and unmistakeable, while at the same time constantly different. Like the lagoon landscape, in its infinite nuances of luminous reflections, glare and iridescent colours, the table designed by frattinifrilli – Milanese designer Davide Frattini Frilli – reveals itself to be a piece of furniture with an unmistakeable identity, which simultaneously expresses numerous aspects of its identity. In TURNO, a tabletop with an imposing personality – solid, and at the same time lightweight, entirely similar to a solid sculpture...
Wood, Plywood
Mid Century Italian Modern Mixed Wood Octagonal Center Table or Dining Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A gorgeous well made table with many possible uses. The table features a geometric design with exotic wood veneers.
Wood