Studio Kalki Unveils Sculptural Sofas at Cape Town Furniture Week

A standout design at this year’s Cape Town Furniture Week, Studio Kalki’s new range of Kalki Sofas are elemental, sculptural and above all… comfortable.

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Studio Kalki, co-founded by designers Nikhil Tricam and Nindya Bucktowar, is a Durban-based design studio renowned for its bespoke handcrafted ceramic tiles and functional furniture pieces. The studio continues to push the boundaries of design by exploring new materials and forms, all while maintaining a deep connection to South Africa’s rich natural heritage.

Last year, Nindya gave Cape Town Furniture Week visitors an exclusive preview of the whimsical BLOM Sconce. This year, the four-day festival saw Studio Kalki making a bold statement with the striking Kalki Drinks Cabinet— a finalist in the CTFW x VISI Design Prize— alongside a wallpaper collaboration between designer Nikhil and Cara Saven, and the much-anticipated launch of the new Kalki Sofa.

The new Kalki Sofa range draws inspiration from high-modern architecture and mirrors the structural language of Studio Kalki’s handcrafted furniture. The design balances fluid, slender framing with luxurious upholstery, creating a compelling contrast between structure and softness.

Handmade in Durban, each sofa is fully customisable, from frame colour to upholstery choices, allowing for a highly personalised approach to contemporary lounging. | studio.kalki

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