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.
$2,000 / item
Pars Table I, by Raka Studio
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
Pars Side Tabel is a bent wood design made by Raka Studio. This piece's main element is bentwood's organic motion between the top and the base. The proportions of the top and the ...
Wood, Bentwood
Pars Table III, by Raka Studio, Minimalist Side Table
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
Pars side tabel III is a bent wood design made by Raka Studio. This piece's main element is bentwood's organic motion between the top and the base. The proportions of the top and th...
Wood, Bentwood
$2,870
H 17.72 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Ola Side Table, Brushed Green Diabase Volcanic Stone, Studio Mohs
By Zeynep Saz
Located in Istanbul , Istanbul
A side table made entirely from marble gives this piece the appearance of a modern sculpture. The Ola side table can be crafted from different types of marble or green diabase volcan...
Stone, Marble
$1,590 / item
H 18 in Dm 18 in
Arabescato Marble & Dark Walnut Axel Side Table by Mary Ratcliffe Studio
By Mary Ratcliffe
Located in Toronto, ON
Designed to be the perfect, round accent to (almost) any room, our Axel side table is available as a solid wood or marble-topped piece. Coming in a variety of wood and stone finishes...
Marble
Azure Circular Acrylic Side Tables, Sheer by Carnevale Studio
By Carnevale Studio
Located in Providence, RI
This is Carnevale Studio’s first acrylic collection of tables. Shown first on 1stdibs. This collection consist of a coffee table, side table & bedside table. Jessica had been w...
Acrylic
Hand-Forged Iron and Bronze Tripod Table by Dos Gallos Studio
By Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand-forged iron tripod tray tables with bronze edging. Great, thin profile with patinated finish. These two are available off the floor but can also...
Bronze, Iron
$4,750 / item
H 24.25 in Dm 26 in
Custom Walnut Beehive Pedestal Side Table in Ebony Finish by Dos Gallos Studio
By Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom beehive pedestal table. This particular one is available off the floor and is returnable. Custom made pieces are not. Regular lead time i...
Walnut, Oak
$12,000 / item
H 19.69 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Null Blue Glass Clear Transition Color Square Table by Studio Buzao Customizable
By Buzao
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This square table is made of laminated glass in blue color. Size and color are customizable upon request. Studio Buzao is an experimental design studio. It tempts to breakthrough...
Glass
$7,500 / item
H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
M_002 Side Table designed by Studio Le Cann for Monolith Studio, Travertine
By Monolith, Studio Le Cann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Carved with precision, the M_002 Side Table balances between architectural strength and sculptural form. Its strong geometric lines cradle a half-dome sphere which floats effortlessly within its base evoking a sense of quiet elegance. Designed by Studio Le Cann exclusively for Monolith Studio Numbered and Signed *Given the unique nature of stone, each piece will vary in look. Available in Black Lava...
Travertine
Rouge Circular Acrylic Bedside Tables, Sheer by Carnevale Studio
By Carnevale Studio
Located in Providence, RI
This is Carnevale Studio’s acrylic collection of tables. Shown first on 1stdibs. This collection consist of a coffee table, side table & bedside table. Jessica had been working...
Acrylic
$6,900 / item
H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
M_002 Side Table designed by Studio Le Cann for Monolith Studio, Lava Rock
By Studio Le Cann, Monolith
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Carved with precision, the M_002 Side Table balances between architectural strength and sculptural form. Its strong geometric lines cradle a half-dome sphere which floats effortlessl...
Stone
$14,996Sale Price|20% Off
H 22.5 in W 36 in D 26 in
Burl Side Table in Bronze and Smoked Walnut by Studio Roeper
By Studio Roeper
Located in Napa, CA
Trees don't grow perfect. Especially California Black Walnut. We trimmed this burl growth off the side of a log and set it aside to season for a few years. Senior Craftsman, Florian Roeper, saw potential in the hollowed-out cavity and determined that bronze would mesh well with the dark coffee tones of the smoked walnut. Solid bronze discs...
Bronze
A Minimalist Danish Table By Knud Joos
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic Knud Joos occasional table in steel and teak for Jason Mobler, model 600. Priced individually at $1,500. Classic Minimalist design. Three available.
Teak
Iron and Bronze Tripod Table by Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sold and priced separately. Iron tripod table with a bronze edge. Can be made in custom sizes. Made in Los Angeles by Dos Gallos Studio One is available off the floor. Custom pieces ...
Bronze, Iron
Agni Small Bentwood Side Table with Solid Wood Top by Raka Studio
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
A side table with its own raised platform made from Solid Ash wood. The solid wood top is raised by a bentwood design making this piece a fascinating one with a unique design element...
Bentwood