About Studio Ahead
Studio AHEAD is a San Francisco-based art and design collective founded by Homan Rajai and Elena Dendiberia. Our approach is “borderless” in that our roots are far-flung yet deeply embedded in Northern California’s history. Drawing from our diasporic experiences, we believe strongly that there is no universal idea of functionality that fits all cultures and people. What remains constant is an appreciation of tradition and craftsmanship. Studio AHEAD launched its production arm in 2019 and in 2020 began publishing California: A Journal, which chronicles Northern Californ...Read More
Established in 20191stDibs seller since 2021
Featured Pieces
Kozo Person Paper Lanterns By John Gnorksi
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
John Gnorski Kozo Paper limited edition lanterns are being sold exclusively through Studio AHEAD.
These lights are made of Douglas fir, Thai kozo paper, and porcelain electrical el...
Category
2010s American Modern Lanterns
Materials
Wood, Paper
Kozo Bird Paper Lanterns By John Gnorksi
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
John Gnorski Kozo Paper limited edition lanterns are being sold exclusively through Studio AHEAD.
These lights are made of Douglas fir, Thai kozo paper, and porcelain electrical el...
Category
2010s American Modern Lanterns
Materials
Wood, Paper
Kozo Horse Paper Lanterns By John Gnorksi
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
John Gnorski Kozo Paper limited edition lanterns are being sold exclusively through Studio AHEAD.
These lights are made of Douglas fir, Thai kozo paper, and porcelain electrical el...
Category
2010s American Modern Lanterns
Materials
Wood, Paper
Cork Dining Table by Studio AHEAD
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Cork is a regenerative bark that can be harvested every 9 years. Steel is timeless. Together they maintain growth and balance.
D I M E N S I O N S :
48 in. Diameter, 3 in. Table Top...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cork Bench by Studio AHEAD
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Cork is a regenerative bark that can be harvested every 9 years. Steel is timeless. Together they maintain growth and balance.
D I M E N S I O N S :
44 in. Width, 18 in. Depth, 18 i...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Benches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Sheep Speaker by Studio Ahead
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
The Sheep Speaker translates our visual language into sound. We think of technology as straight lines, right angles. Yet sound waves move like ocean waves and music brings to the sur...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Felt
Sheep Sofa by Studio AHEAD
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
S H E E P S O F A The form of the sofa is inspired by the curvature of stones found at Muir Beach, which have been shaped over time by ocean currents.
D I M E N S I O N S : Four...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Felt
Sheep Stool by Studio Ahead - Grey
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep stool designed by Studio Ahead. The stool is upholstered in custom cream merino wool felt from Northern California sheep
The stool could be placed on either side horizontally ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Wool, Felt
Sheep Bench by Studio AHEAD
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep bench is designed by Studio Ahead. The bench is upholstered in custom cream merino wool felt from Northern California sheep. Each side design is unique. Designed and fabricated...
Category
2010s American Modern Benches
Materials
Wool, Felt
Sheep Floor Pillow by Studio Ahead - Shetland Brown
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep Floor Pillow designed by Studio Ahead in a collaboration with JG SWITZER.
Textured like stones smoothed by water the felted wool fabric is a mix of local fleeces and silk/wool blends. Fabric designed in collaboration JG SWITZER using a felted, appliqué technique.
No two pillows alike, as designs are created for each pillow in a random, organic order and milled in Sebastopol workshop. The wool fabric is local Climate Beneficial wool from California and Heritage breeds. This oversized floor cushion...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Felt
Sheep Floor Pillow by Studio Ahead - Cream
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep Floor Pillow designed by Studio Ahead in a collaboration with JG SWITZER.
Textured like stones smoothed by water the felted wool fabric is a mix of local fleeces and silk/wool blends. Fabric designed in collaboration JG SWITZER using a felted, appliqué technique.
No two pillows alike, as designs are created for each pillow in a random, organic order and milled in Sebastopol workshop. The wool fabric is local Climate Beneficial wool from California and Heritage breeds. This oversized floor cushion...
Category
2010s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wool, Felt
Sheep Stool by Studio Ahead - Shetland Brown
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep stool designed by Studio Ahead. The stool is upholstered in custom cream merino wool felt from Northern California sheep
The stool could be placed on either side horizontally ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Wool, Felt
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