Founded in New Delhi, Qaaleen is a globally acclaimed luxury carpet manufacturer and exporter, renowned for its mastery in hand-knotted and custom-crafted rugs. With deep roots in India’s centuries-old weaving tradition, Qaaleen combines artisanal techniques with contemporary design sensibilities to cater to premium residential, hospitality, and commercial projects around the world.
Core Business
Qaaleen operates as a vertically integrated manufacturer, designer, and exporter of handmade carpets and rugs. The brand has gained global recognition for its bespoke, high-end flooring solutions, used by top interior designers, luxury hotels, palaces, and heritage homes across the globe.
Product and Service Offerings
Qaaleen's product offerings are defined by both craftsmanship and artistic diversity:
- Handmade Carpets:
- Hand-knotted, hand-tufted, hand-woven, and hand-loom carpets
- Material-Based Rugs:
- Wool, wool & silk, wool & bamboo silk, 100% silk, viscose, jute & hemp, cotton blends
- Design Categories:
- Contemporary, modern, transitional, traditional, neoclassical, and abstract designs
- Custom Rugs:
- Tailored to fit unique architectural briefs for residential villas, hospitality chains, boutique hotels, government buildings, and corporate offices
Each rug is produced in-house from yarn spinning to finishing, using eco-conscious processes and ethical labor practices.
Specialisation and Core USP
Qaaleen’s strength lies in its ability to offer highly customized, artisanal rugs at scale. Its key differentiators include:
- Artisan Network: Over 2,000 skilled weavers across India engaged in sustainable weaving employment
- Design Studio: In-house team of globally recognized textile and surface designers
- Customization Depth: From texture and material to color palettes and shape, every element can be personalized
- Prestige Projects: Qaaleen carpets adorn Rashtrapati Bhavan (Presidential Palace, India), luxury hotels, and embassies
Financials
While Qaaleen is privately held, export and trade data suggest:
- Estimated Annual Revenue (2023): $8–10 million USD
- Export Contribution: Over 85% of total revenue
- Major Markets: USA, UK, UAE, Germany, Qatar, France
- Growth Rate (2020–2023): Estimated 17% CAGR, largely driven by demand for sustainable, handcrafted luxury rugs
Shipment Records
Verified from Indian export data and third-party platforms:
- Annual Export Shipments: Over 600 international consignments
- Key Buyers: Boutique interior design studios, international hospitality groups, royal commissions
- Compliance: Compliant with international textile codes, azo-free dyes, and child-labor-free certifications
Target Market
Qaaleen serves a high-end global clientele including:
- Luxury hotel chains and hospitality design firms
- Residential interior design studios
- Architectural and restoration consultancies
- Corporate headquarters and embassies
- Art and design collectors
The brand is favored for projects requiring one-of-a-kind, handcrafted carpet solutions.
Capabilities
- Manufacturing Facilities: Located across New Delhi and weaving hubs in Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan
- Material R&D: Continuous innovation in sustainable and hybrid fiber blends
- Sampling & Prototyping: Custom samples delivered within 2–3 weeks
- Logistics & Support: Worldwide door delivery and installation consultation
Certifications and Compliance
- RugMark Certified (No Child Labor)
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management
- GOTS-Compliant dyeing processes
- GoodWeave Certified
- SEDEX Audited Supplier
Customer Testimonials
“Qaaleen delivers artistry underfoot. Their carpets are the highlight of our client spaces — luxurious, tactile, and deeply bespoke.”
— Anika Sharma, Lead Designer, Soma Interiors London
“The workmanship and richness in Qaaleen rugs add cultural depth to our heritage restoration projects. Their ability to recreate period designs is unmatched.”
— Dr. Andreas Heller, Heritage Architect, Berlin
Major Achievements
- 2017: Selected as an official supplier for Rashtrapati Bhavan (India’s Presidential Estate)
- 2019: Designed and delivered over 500 custom rugs for UAE luxury hotel group
- 2021: Expanded product line with bamboo silk and hemp fusion rugs
- 2022: Launched online custom rug configuration tool for interior designers
- 2023: Partnered with European designers for a contemporary hand-knotted capsule collection showcased at Maison&Objet Paris
Qaaleen continues to elevate India’s legacy in handmade carpet craftsmanship with its modern interpretations, sustainable ethos, and unwavering commitment to excellence in design and production.
