At Temple & Webster, we love introducing our members to different brands and products. Sometimes it can be nice to get to know the new face in the crowd – so here’s the opportunity to get acquainted with 4 of the brands we’re featuring today. Think of it as speed dating, but not…

Say hello to: Marble Basics

They’re passionate about: Marble.

We think you’ll hit it off because: These style savvy Australian sisters have a shared love for a singular material. And boy, do they do it well. Inspired by utilitarian designs, Melbourne-based Marble Basics offer a collection that’s also incredibly easy on the eyes.

Why we love them: Whilst their “basic” products have practical everyday uses, there’s no compromising when it comes to looks. Perfectly on trend, the clean lines and minimal silhouettes steal the show.

Shop Marble Basics here. 



Say hello to: memobottle

They’re passionate about: Putting a dent in the popularity of single use plastic bottles.

We think you’ll hit it off because: This Melbourne design duo are seriously ahead of the curve (pardon the pun). memobottle fits conveniently into backpacks, handbags and briefcases with the ease of a notepad. Designed to match up to popular international paper sizes, these A5 and A6 bottles are easy to transport and therefore perfect for school, work, or anyone on the go.

Why we love them: It goes without saying that memobottle have impressed the design nerds in the office by striking the perfect balance between being convenient and environmentally conscious. We feel a rise in Instagram flatlays coming on.

Shop Memobottle here.



Say hello to: Sparq Home

They’re passionate about: Preserving soapstone quarries. They saw that the large slabs used for kitchen construction render a lot of “waste” and decided it ought to be put to good use.

We think you’ll hit it off because: The value of soapstone lies in the fact that it naturally maintains warm and cool temperatures. As a result, it’s perfect for servingware and has been used by the Inuit and Native Americans throughout time for a similar purpose.

Why we love them: From pizza stones and mortar and pestles, to condiment bowls and sake sets – these soapstone pieces are the perfect accomplice for the avid entertainer. Oh and, sure, they’ll add a little style to your tablescape.

Shop Sparq Home here. 



Say hello to: KoalaSafe

They’re passionate about: Increased safety for your home wireless network. Which basically means keeping tabs on what your kids are up to online and how much time they spend on their devices so that they can build a healthy, happy relationship with technology.

We think you’ll hit it off because:  The Koala box can be rolled out across all the devices you might have. Features include time limits, app and site blocking, safesearch functionality, individual profiles and parental insights using analytics.

Why we love it: This is a revolutionary piece of kit that allows you to set schedules to kerb gaming addiction, block certain social media sites, see how your household compares, and monitor spikes in usage. And at the end of the day, Temple & Webster employees are parents too!

Shop KoalaSafe here.