Brands
Pursuite.com forays into furniture
MUMBAI: In a move to further expand its product categories, Pursuite.com, India’s first B2B e-commerce platform for hospitality procurements has announced its entry into furniture, fixture and equipment (FF&E) segment.
With over 50 brands and more than 5000 products from across the globe, Pursuite will now offer products across categories such as bathroom fixtures, fittings, doors & windows, finishes & coverings, furniture, hardware, lighting, furnishing & carpets and artworks & signages.
According to a study by Assocham and Deloitte, the e-commerce market in the country is expected to cross $50 billion in value by the end of 2018 from the current level of $38.5 billion, on the back of a growing internet population and increased online shopping.
Pursuite has partnered with Roca, Parryware, Sio, Euronics, FCML, Vitofloor, Barlinek, Egger, Interex, Floorwalk, Wipro, Trend N Design, Stanley, Loomcraft, Renesola, Greyellow, The One Lighting, Nova and Havells for FF&E product supply.
Pursuite CEO Amit Shukla says, “With our strategic and innovative solutions, we aim to enhance the brand connect and deliver the best value to our customers. Pursuite considers it crucial to enable its valued customers to get the best deals across the widest range of FF&E products. We already offer the widest range of choicest items in OS&E vertical. With this new category launch, Pursuite has reiterated its commitment to deliver best value to its customers.”
The selection and product discovery of FF&E category will be simplified and optimised through smart technology that matches customer preferences with brand offerings and progressively fine-tunes this matching based on past product selections. This technology has already been deployed and tested in operating supplies & equipment category and has been well received by existing customers and participants of ecosystem.
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Brands
Home Essentials raises Rs 70 Cr in pre-series B round
360 One Asset leads funding as D2C brand scales stores and supply chain
GURGAON: Home Essentials, a fast-rising direct-to-consumer brand in India’s home and kitchen space, has secured Rs 70 crore in a pre-series B funding round led by 360 One Asset, with participation from existing backer India Quotient.
The fresh capital is set to fuel the company’s next phase of growth, with a clear focus on offline expansion, supply chain muscle, and sharper product innovation. Over the next three years, the brand plans to scale revenue to Rs 500 crore and reach five million Indian households.
Founded in 2024 by brothers Tanishq Jain and Divyam Jain in Gwalior, Home Essentials has moved swiftly from small-town start-up to national contender. Built on a simple but compelling idea that Indian homes deserve products that are practical, pleasing to the eye, and fairly priced, the company has carved out a niche between high-end luxury labels and no-name utility goods.
From airtight storage solutions to ergonomic loose furniture, its design-first approach has struck a chord with a young, aspirational consumer base. In under two years, the brand has served more than a million customers while maintaining strong unit economics and a clear path to profitability.
Offline retail now forms a key part of the growth blueprint. The company plans to operate 20 stores across India by the end of the year, strengthening its omnichannel presence and bringing its tactile, experiential format to both Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities.
360 One Asset senior fund manager Sumit Jain said, the brand is reshaping a highly fragmented category with products that combine aesthetics and function. He noted that the founders have demonstrated disciplined execution and capital efficiency while building a business that resonates with modern Indian households.
India Quotient partner Madhukar Sinha, added that the firm backed Home Essentials early after identifying a clear gap in the market for thoughtfully designed yet affordable home utilities. He said the new funding would help the company expand its catalogue and broaden its national reach.
For Home Essentials co-founder and CEO Tanishq Jain, the mission is straightforward but ambitious. He said the company aims to become the go-to destination for well-designed home and kitchen essentials, with experiential stores reinforcing what began as a strong online play.
Co-founder and chief marketing officer Divyam Jain, emphasised that winning in India’s D2C space requires more than sharp branding. A deep understanding of consumer aspiration, tight supply chain control, and operational efficiency are just as vital, he said, describing 360 ONE Asset and India Quotient as partners in building a high-performance organisation.
In a category long defined by cluttered shelves and uneven quality, Home Essentials is betting that good design, fair pricing, and disciplined execution can turn everyday living into a more polished affair.
