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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$2,400 / item
Side Table No. 9 - Vrksa Series - wooden Side Table
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
This piece's main element is bentwood's organic motion between the top and the base. The proportions of the top and the base are made to enhance the centre design of the piece. The p...
Hardwood
Foyer Table No. 3 - Vrksa Series - Pedestal Table in Black by Raka Studio
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
This table is the Foyer Table No. 3 of the Vrksa Series of works. The foyer table has a free-form design; the wood bends and curves with natural flows to create the design. The han...
Bentwood, Ash
Black marble pedestals
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of black marble pedestals with the height of 39 inches and width of 10 inches.
Marble
Pedestal black marble Table
Located in Mexico City, MX
Table in carved Monterrey black marble. Handmade in Mexico. Production time: 6-8 weeks for items without marble / 13-14 weeks for marble pieces. Shipping +10 additional business day...
Marble
$707 / item
H 16.54 in Dm 7.88 in
“Marblelous Black Pedestal” Black Marquina Marble Minimalist Side Table
By Josep Vila Capdevila
Located in Terrassa, Catalonia
For the lovers of the singularity, Marblelous Pedestal is a pedestal which has been designed to expose the thing you love the most. Made with premium Marquina marble and solid lacquered iron tubes, the Marblelous Pedestal uses a minimalist design to valorize noble materials, adding style and elegance to your house. Josep Vila Capdevila, head designer of Aparentment, was inspired by the mediterranean ancient...
Marble, Iron
Sculptural Round Side Table Mango Wood
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This wonderfully sculptural round side table features a ribbed pattern along its sides. It's narrow slender shape and mix of curves adds to...
Wood, Fruitwood
Sculptural Side Table Mango Wood Sanded Finish
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This wonderfully sculptural round side table features a ribbed pattern along its sides. The table's neutral pigment makes it perfect for any space. A uniquely sculptural and versatil...
Wood, Fruitwood
Little Dume Pedestal Table in Walnut
By Greg Mitchell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by the clean, simple lines of Shaker pedestal tables, the Little Dume table is ideal for any small space that could use a little extra counter surface. Create a breakfast nook in an empty corner of the kitchen with one and a couple of our Hana dining chairs...
Walnut
Art Nouveau Bentwood Side Table No. 960 by J&J Kohn - 1920s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Measures : Top :42,5x42,5cm - Base 46x46cm - H:76cm Artistic collaborations: At the beginning of the 20th century, Kohn collaborated with artists from the Wiener Werkstätte (such a...
Bentwood
Art Nouveau Bentwood Side Table No. 960 by J&J Kohn - 1920s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Measures : Top :42,5x42,5cm - Base 46x46cm - H:76cm Art Nouveau - Decoration - Signed Thonet Remarkable early 20th century Art Nouveau bentwood side table made by the famous Austri...
Bentwood
Adjustable Pedestal Century Studio Camera Stand
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 20th century American Industrial style camera stand designed and made by Century Camera for the Eastman Kodak Company in Rochester New York. Ha...
Iron
$2,500 / item
H 36 in W 14 in D 14 in
Modern Pedestal Table by Peter Harrison, Industrial Metal and Black Wood
By Peter Harrison
Located in Middle Grove, NY
The Kalyke pedestal by Peter Harrison is handmade in Upstate New York. A mad frenzy of wood elements form the base of this unique stand. Six layers of structure connect to the seven legs. Levelers in each leg assure that the table can be adjusted to any floor. The pictured wood is dyed black Mahogany. It can be ordered in Maple, Natural Mahogany or Walnut as well. The hardware is all stainless steel...
Stainless Steel
$2,100 / item
H 44 in W 60 in D 21 in
Paper Table L, Console Table, in Stained Black Steel Finish by UMÉ Studio
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
Where metal implies sturdiness, and calls for strong industrial motifs - the I/ the H, the beam / the cross, the Paper Table is a play on our own sense of balance. It questions t...
Steel
Sculptural Side Table Mango Wood Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
In its raw organic form, this wonderfully sculptural round side table features an elaborate hand hewn texture on its sides. Its narrow slender shape and mix of curves adds to its cha...
Wood, Fruitwood