Fabric Breathability
Airflow through weave at typical Indian summer humidity.
Target ≥ 80%Ember & Elm — Crafted Calm for Everyday Living
Hearth, Texture, and Quiet Glow
Nestled in natural fibers and soft-toned woods, Ember & Elm curates home accents for slow evenings and bright mornings. Explore woven throws, stoneware, candles, and tactile decor that add a little calm to the everyday.
Each piece is hand-picked for feel and longevity — subtle patterns, gentle palettes, and an understated warmth that settles into your space like sunlight at dusk.
Material Stories
We choose materials that age with grace: flax that softens, oak that gathers a quiet patina, stoneware that holds warmth. Each piece carries a small story of touch, light, and time.
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Linen Flax • Breathable & cool Hand-loomed Linen
Spun from European flax, our linen is woven for an airy drape. It begins crisp then relaxes into a soft, lived-in texture that welcomes everyday use across Indian summers and mild winters.
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Solid Oak • Quiet grain Quiet-grain Oak
Finished in low-gloss oil, oak shelves and trays invite a warm, subtle glow. The surface is resilient and takes on character from sun and touch rather than heavy varnish.
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Stoneware • Holds warmth Kiln-soft Stoneware
Fired for strength, our mugs and bowls keep tea and turmeric lattes warm a little longer. The matte glaze resists glare and pairs well with natural light.
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Handloom Cotton • Everyday-soft Handloom Cotton
Woven in small runs, this cotton carries delicate slubs that add depth without fuss. It layers beautifully under monsoon-soft light and city evenings alike.
Low-Light Shelf
A stepped gallery for corners that crave calm. Soft edges, muted tones, and pieces that catch light without glare. Hover to feel a gentle tilt — like placing an object by hand.
Warmth, Measured Quietly
We test comfort the slow way: by feel, by breath, by the way a room hushes when light fades. Our small meters capture those sensations as gentle readouts — simply indicators, never rules.
Low-Light Glow
How softly a surface returns light at dusk.
Sweet spot 65–80%Touch Calm
Immediate sense of ease on contact — no sharp edges, no glare.
Aim ≥ 85%Care Effort
Ease of upkeep for daily living — fewer steps, longer joy.
Higher is simplerFold Lab
Folds soften hard edges. We study how linen and cotton settle on a shelf — stitched lines, quiet creases, and the small rhythm they cast on light.
Quiet Palette
Our tones are hushed: clay, oat, smoke, and a sage that feels like afternoon shade. Tap a swatch to see how it washes over a surface.
Evening Table
A low table, a few lights, and pieces that ask little. Glide through a quiet row — each frame a small still life.
Grain Map
Every surface carries a quiet topography. Follow the soft markers to notice seams, weave slubs, and the way light pools around gentle curves.
Shelf Builder
Shelves change mood with spacing and rhythm. Pick a preset to see how the same pieces breathe in different layouts — Cozy, Gallery, or Narrow.
Scent Trails
Candles and incense don’t rush the room; they arrive as ribbons. Here, light trails drift slowly behind each piece — a visual hush.
Dry cedar, a hint of smoke, and a dusk-like amber that settles softly.
Feather smoke tracing a slow arc — almost invisible, always calm.
Small points of warm light, perfect for evenings that ask very little.
Craft Index
Our pieces pass through a small chain of calm steps. Tap a tab to read how we balance handwork with steady, repeatable quality.
Fibers are checked for length and feel; woods are picked for even grain. We avoid heavy tint or gloss at this stage — the goal is a calm base that will accept light kindly.
Edges are softened; folds are encouraged rather than forced. We keep radii gentle so hands rest easily, and seams feel like a pause rather than a border.
Low-gloss oils and matte glazes keep reflections mild. Each finish is tested in low light — the same way most homes are seen at day’s end.
Room Notes
Small observations from homes across India — apartments, porches, and tiny studios where light and breath matter more than size.
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“A single oak shelf changed the pace of my mornings. Everything is off the counter, and the room looks like it’s exhaling.”
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“The linen runner is the softest boundary. It doesn’t divide the table; it slows it down.”
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“Matte cups keep the tea warm and the eyes rested. I didn’t know glaze could feel quiet.”
— Mumbai, Bandra
Care Steps
Simpler care means longer joy. These steps aren’t strict; they’re gentle habits that keep surfaces easy on the eyes and kind to the touch.
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Soft Wipe
Use a dry or barely damp cloth. Let the grain and weave breathe — no heavy scrubbing.
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Shade First
Keep pieces away from direct glare at noon. Low, sideways light keeps colors steady.
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Let It Rest
Rotate textiles weekly; give shelves a free day. Little pauses prevent tight wear marks.
Design Tenets
A small set of promises keeps Ember & Elm steady: quieter colors, honest materials, and shapes that welcome use. These tenets guide every shelf, cup, and cloth we select.
Calm First
Surfaces should rest the eye. We avoid harsh shine and let light settle into matte texture.
Touch Matters
Edges round slightly, fabrics fall with weight, and wood keeps a warm, tactile grain.
Honest Tone
Colors behave like natural light: oat, clay, smoke, and sage — never loud, always clear.
Simple Care
Longer joy through smaller habits: soft wipe, shade first, and pauses that prevent wear.
Small Footprint
Prefer durable basics over novelty. If a piece does less, the room can breathe more.
Time-Wise
Materials chosen to age kindly: linen that softens, oak that gathers a gentle patina.
Quiet FAQ
Short, calm answers to common questions. If you’re unsure, choose the gentlest option — low light, soft cloth, and steady use.
They resist streaks and glare, so a soft dry wipe works for most days. Use a barely damp cloth for tea marks, then let the surface air-dry; no heavy polish needed.
Sideways, low light. Morning shade or evening lamps keep colors steady and prevent sharp reflections, especially on oak and stoneware.
Linen relaxes and smooths with use; cotton may show small slubs that add depth. Rotate weekly and avoid high heat to keep fibers calm.
Wipe dust first, then apply a light oil once in a while. Let it rest a few hours; buff gently to restore the quiet glow.