About US

Locally handcrafted functional products from the Himalayas

Inspired by the trails of Himalayas, we create products that are classics, easy on the environment and a simple reflection of where it comes from.

Crafting Change with Tradition.

Né Nepal, a social enterprise founded in 2018 by Ishu and Tulja, aims to preserve and promote the ancient crafts of Nepal. Partnering with over 140 artisans, we create handcrafted pieces that celebrate the beauty of Himalayan traditions, using skills passed down through generations.

Through our work, we strive to sustain our craftsmanship while creating a positive social and environmental impact.

Our Core Values

Partnering with local artisans

Partnering with skilled local artisans, we create jobs, help preserve heritage, and ensure our artisans earn sustainable livings, enabling them to have better lives.

Women Advancement

As a women-led brand, we are committed to bringing more women from local communities into our supply chain, supporting their economic independence and empowerment.

Eco friendly practices

Our products are environmentally sustainable, minimizing waste by using natural fabrics, dyes, handmade paper, recycled brass, and biodegradable ingredients, ensuring eco-friendly practices in every process.

Traditional techniques

We blend heritage techniques with a minimalist, function-driven approach. Each detail is carefully considered to create beautiful, long-lasting products that prioritize clean lines and purposeful design.

Our Impact

Driven by empathy and an unwavering passion to preserve Nepal's artisan way of life, we established Né Nepal.

  • 110+ artisans
  • 550 lives impacted
  • More than 40% of our artisans have double their income in the last 2 years
  • Revival of 6+ traditional crafts of Nepal

Our Mission & vision

Our Mission

To be true to our commitment to safeguard the community and the local heritage by taking the true essence of Nepal beyond borders through products, experiences, and stories

To help craftsmen improve their products by adding value through design and technology while helping them depict their craft in a relevant manner while also securing fading crafts of Nepal by weaving them into our design language

Our Design

Intentional design is at the core of our philosophy. Timeless, functional, and versatile are the core pillars of our design philosophy. But basic doesn't mean boring, we design so you fall in love .

Designed using traditional methods, our creative approach is to make products that are minimal and functional with great attention to detail. We believe in designs that are derived from our local culture and fits effortlessly  into our modern lifestyle.

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Creates capital for skill training

More work opportunities for artisans

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founders

It took 3 years for Ishu and Tulja to finally kick start their company in 2018. Having spent their time studying and travelling to various countries and witnessing many cultures, they felt there were many stories of Nepal, untold.

Fuelled by their aspiration to build a company that focused on cultural intricacies of Nepal and offered a lifestyle that was eco friendly and completely made in Nepal.

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