Pietra Dresser — Austins Pietra Dresser – Austins

White lacquered drawers, a decorative stone inlay top in terracotta and cream tones — a dresser where the surface earns its place.

Most dressers are entirely forgettable. I wanted this one to stop you when you walk into the bedroom. The stone top was the answer — natural material, warm and irregular, sitting on a crisp white lacquered body. The contrast between the precision of the painted finish and the unpredictability of the stone is intentional. You cannot get that from a catalogue piece.

Harsha · Designer & Founder, Austins
Pietra Dresser in situ
Craftsmanship

The Making of the Pietra Dresser

Designed by Harsha

The white lacquered body is built from solid wood or quality MDF with a flat-panel drawer construction — simplicity that demands precision, as any surface irregularity reads through the lacquer. The stone or mosaic inlay top is set into the frame and levelled by hand, a critical fit-out stage where the material junction between stone and wood body must be flush and tight across its full perimeter.

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Natural Stone or Mosaic Inlay Top

Whether travertine, agate, or hand-set mosaic tile, the decorative top is sourced for its warm terracotta and cream colour palette — a natural surface whose variation and warmth cannot be replicated by any paint or laminate. ::

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Flush Stone-to-Body Setting

The stone top must be levelled and set flush to the wood body frame with no proud edge or gap at the perimeter — a precision fitting stage where the material junction is sealed and finished by hand. ::

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Clean Lacquered Drawer Body

The white lacquer on flat-panel drawer fronts makes every surface irregularity visible — the body is built to tight joinery tolerances and sanded progressively before lacquering to achieve the clean, consistent finish the design demands. ::

Dimensions & Specifications

Built to Last

  • Overall16" × 12"
  • H22"
  • BodySolid wood or MDF, white lacquer finish
  • TopNatural stone, travertine, or mosaic inlay, warm terracotta and cream tones
  • Drawer frontsFlat panel, centred gold knobs
  • Side panelsWarm terracotta or wood veneer
  • FeetCompact brass feet
  • OriginDesigned & made in Bangalore, India
  • MaterialDuco finish with marble top
  • Lead time6–8 weeks from order confirmation
The Austins Promise

Owned for a Lifetime, Cared for Always

Every piece carries a lifetime craftsmanship guarantee, full restoration on request, and a designer who picks up the phone when you call.

Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee

Every joint, stitch, and finish is warranted for the lifetime of the original buyer.

Full Restoration Service

Reupholstery, refinishing, frame repair — at any point in the piece's life, returned to factory standard.

Care Concierge

A direct line to a designer for cleaning advice, swatch matching, or simply a second opinion on a room.

Begin Your Order

Request the Pietra Dresser

Tell us a little about the piece you have in mind. A designer will reach out within one working day.

A designer will reach out within one working day.

Frequently Asked

Before You Order

How long does it take to make the Pietra Dresser?
6–8 weeks from order confirmation. We build one piece at a time — frame first, then upholstery, then a final hand-finish — so the timeline reflects real bench-time, not warehouse stock.
Can I customise the dimensions, leather, or wood?
Yes. Almost every dimension can be adjusted within structural limits, and the leather and wood swatches shown are starting points — speak to a designer if you'd like us to source something specific.
How does delivery work, and where do you ship?
We deliver across India with white-glove placement included. International shipping is available on request — our team will coordinate freight, customs, and last-mile placement at the destination.
What does payment look like for a custom piece?
A 50% deposit confirms the order and reserves your build slot in the atelier. The balance is due before dispatch. We'll share a transparent quote with material and labour breakdown after the consultation.
What if something needs repair years from now?
Every piece carries a lifetime craftsmanship guarantee. Reupholstery, refinishing, and frame repair are handled in-house — a piece built today can be brought back to the workshop a decade from now and restored.

Visit the Studio in HSR Layout

Some pieces are best understood in person. Sit in the Pietra Dresser, feel the materials, see the craft catch the light. Speak with a designer about what you have in mind.