How India’s modern homes are embracing breathable luxury, calming palettes, and season-smart styling this summer
Attributed to Smita Joshi, Vice President, Home Textiles and Exports, Nesterra (A Sutlej Brand, K K Birla Group)
Mumbai, Apr 15: In today’s India, homes are more than just functional spaces, they are visual diaries of personality, culture, and evolving lifestyles. As summer sets in, these spaces demand more than aesthetic appeal, they require breathability, lightness, and a sense of calm that complements the season.
At Nesterra, we believe fabrics play a pivotal role in shaping how homes feel during warmer months. From airy sheers to tactile weaves and nature-inspired palettes, Summer 2026 is about balancing visual richness with seasonal comfort. Reflecting India’s diverse regional sensibilities from the opulence of the North to the earthy minimalism of the South, our collections are designed to adapt, elevate, and breathe with the season.
Here’s how each Nesterra collection translates into a summer-ready narrative for the modern Indian home:
1.Heritage: Lightening Up Timeless Grandeur
Rooted in India’s cultural richness, Heritage reimagines traditional design for summer living. Featuring Mughal-inspired motifs like booti, lotus, and damask with delicate Aari embroidery, the collection retains its regal essence while embracing lighter palettes and breathable applications. Ideal for statement upholstery or accent pieces, Heritage allows homes, especially in regions like Rajasthan and Delhi to retain their grandeur without feeling heavy in the heat.
2. The Alchemist Tapestry: Layered Sophistication for Urban Summers
Inspired by global influences, The Alchemist Tapestry brings together texture, depth, and understated luxury perfect for metropolitan homes in cities like Mumbai and Bangalore. For summer, these fabrics work beautifully in layered formats, think light upholstery, cushions, or drapery accents that add richness without overwhelming the space. Warm, lived-in tones ensure interiors feel inviting yet seasonally appropriate.
3. Better Earth: Breathable, Conscious, and Summer-Ready
Designed for homes that lean into minimalism and mindful living, Better Earth is inherently suited for Indian summers. With its palette of whites, taupes, and clay tones, this collection creates a cooling visual effect. Nature-inspired patterns, Shibori block prints, and geometric symmetry enhance the sense of calm, making it ideal for regions like Maharashtra and South India where understated elegance defines summer décor.
4. Global Traveller I & II: A Summer Escape Through Textiles
Global Traveller brings a sense of wanderlust into the home, perfect for a season associated with travel and exploration. While Global Traveller I offers earthy tones and classic motifs like Jacobean florals, Kilim prints, and Persian paisleys, Global Traveller II introduces bolder hues and vibrant geometric patterns. Used thoughtfully in summer settings through cushions, throws, or statement chairs-these fabrics add character without overwhelming the space.
5. Silken Roots I & II: Soft Sheen for Festive Summer Interiors
For those who enjoy a touch of indulgence even in warmer months, Silken Roots offers a balanced approach. Silken Roots I features nature-inspired embroidery on satin-like bases, while Silken Roots II leans into luminous textures and refined geometrics. When styled in moderation through accents rather than full-scale upholstery, these fabrics bring a soft, elegant sheen that works beautifully for summer gatherings and festive occasions, especially in northern homes.
6. Ornate Drapes: Sheer Comfort, Elevated
Nothing defines summer interiors quite like light, airy drapes and Ornate Drapes delivers just that. With delicate embroidery, soft textures, and calming tones, this collection is designed to let spaces breathe. Perfect for homes in Pune, Chennai, and Kochi, these sheers allow natural light to filter in gently, creating interiors that feel open, serene, and effortlessly elegant.
A Season of Thoughtful Living
Summer 2026 is not about stripping spaces down, it’s about refining them. Across collections, the focus is on lighter materials, breathable textures, and palettes that soothe rather than overwhelm. At Nesterra, each fabric is designed to respond not just to design trends, but to how India lives through the season.
From airy southern sanctuaries to layered urban homes and heritage-rich northern spaces, our collections offer a versatile approach to summer styling, one that blends cultural relevance with global sophistication.
