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Up to 3 products per category. The best in the world by merit of design.

Phone orders 1300 867 333

Shop online top3.com.au

Visit our Sydney, Canberra + Melbourne Stores

IN THIS ISSUE up front

4 | Accessories + Jewellery When the details are not just the details. Explore accessories that will have you set to impress. 10 | Baby + Child Just because you have a baby doesn’t turn you into one! Discover baby accessories that are oozing with so much style, you won’t want to hide them when friends come around.

VIEW IN MY ROOM

12 | Bar + Table Turn your home entertaining area into the talk of the town. Who needs to go out when the best cocktails are served at your place.

Instead of guessing and wondering, the top3 AR App lets you choose, consider and literally place top3 furniture and objects in your home, office, garden (or random public spaces!) with insane accuracy.

16 | Bed + Bath From snuggling in at night and getting a great nights sleep to bouncing out of bed and ready to hit your day, it is the little things that will get you up on the right side of the bed.

Used by Architects and Interior design professionals, the top3 AR App focuses on realism, with unparalleled attention to detail, materials and colours, and importantly scale.

26 | Candles + Lighting Set the mood through the darker months with ambient lighting. The difference between E27 and bayonet? What is lumen and watt? We are here to help.

Using your iphone 6S and up or ipad 2017 and up you can view product through the camera of your iphone as if it were there. You can walk right up to it, see how it appears in your home, look at the detailed fabric, spin it around, reposition and change the colour to suit your environment. See how it will really look before you buy, and then if you like what you see, simply add it to your shopping cart and top3 will arrange delivery. top3 AR is the new way to shop for original furniture pieces. FREE download from the App Store.

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Up to 3 products per category. The best in the world by merit of design.

Phone orders 1300 867 333

Shop online top3.com.au

Visit our Sydney, Canberra + Melbourne Stores

ON THE COVER: Danish Fuel bar cabinet in missile grey $1,095. On benchtop: Collar series from Stelton.

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the top3 | Takeaway Coffee Cups

* Top3 established the Membership Initiative to reward our regular customers. If you join our Membership Program, you will earn a 5% credit on your purchase, excluding sale items, discounted items and shipping, towards your future purchases with us! Prices subject to change. Up to date pricing is reflected at top3.com.au

32 | Home + Living To make your house a home. Buy less and buy better, allowing your new purchases to settle into the tapestry of your life. 55 | Kitchen + Dining Set the table. Dinner is at your place, and there is no way you will disappoint! The details that make preparation and serving of your meal a true dining experience. 64 | Outdoor + Pet This time of the year we are focusing on bringing the outdoors in, and keeping you comfortable when you do venture out. 69 | Travel + Work + Play Whether working at home, in an office or you are just out and about. This is where the cool kids shop. 1. Stelton “to-go” takeaway coffee cup $54.90 2. Frank Green Smart takeaway cups from $33, 3. KeepCup Cafe series from $24

THANK YOU #top3style contributors Content, Curation and Design: Terri Winter In-house Photographer + Stylist: Maria Laitinen Contributing Writer: Rob Orme Creative Artworker: Simon Kaye Retouching: Justin Malinowski Production Management: Tillie Stephen Advertising Agency: DDI Australia Printed in Australia by PMP on PEFSC Stock Special thanks to all our suppliers, brands and designers and a HUGE thanks to my design loving team at top3. We could not do this without you.

Photo by Maria Laitinen

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WELCOME TO OUR WORLD A world where original design is part of our everyday, where the makers and doers are celebrated. Welcome to our first issue of #top3style! We have created this magazine to inspire and assist you in making your home as original as you are. At top3, we curate the very best in design by quality, ingenuity and ultimately the value added to peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t curate to subtract choice, we curate to create room for focus. Grab a coffee (in your re-usable coffee cup) and take some time to browse the following pages. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did putting it together. A huge heartfelt thank you to our 50,000+ top3 members. You help support original designers around the globe every time you shop with us, as well as earning 5% of your purchases in top3 store credit as a reward*. By the way, we truly love to see our products settled into their new home. So please share your top3 purchases with us on instagram using #top3style.

Terri Winter Curator + Founder

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top3 by design | Up to 3 products per category. The best in the world by merit of design.

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HOT + COLD Can a company create an ‘insta-worthy’ bottle that combines fashion with function and encourage people to stop buying disposable bottles? It’s an audacious goal, but one that S’well believe they are well positioned to address. Beautifully crafted and composed of 18/8 stainless steel, New York design company S’well have taken the insulated bottle market and turned it upside down! Designed for performance, S’well thermo bottles will keep drinks cold for 24 hours and hot for 12 hours - and they look great while they do it. S’well Bottle 500ml from $59.90, 750ml from $69.90

ON THE GO Did you know? It would take more than 450 years for a regular plastic bottle to fully degrade.

ORBITKEY WINS THE iF GOLD AWARD This year saw 6,402 entries submitted from 54 countries into the prestigious iF Design Award, Germany. Orbitkey was the only Australian company in the ‘Product’ Category. From this selection, only 75 entries won the Gold Award. If you have not heard of Orbitkey it is time to up your key-carrying game. Transform your cluster of keys into a neatly organised stack. Originally funded via Kickstarter, Orbitkey is proudly designed in Melbourne, Australia. Active rubber $33, leather from $45. Accessories: Bottle opener $7.50, multi tool $15, 8GB USB $20

Melbourne based co-founders Jesse Leeworthy and Jonathan Byrt saw first hand the devastating effect that single use plastic water bottles were having on our oceans and environment and decided to do something about it. Memobottle was born. Their aim? To change the public perception on reusable water bottles and encourage a more reusable society by providing a stylish, practical reusable bottle solution. Every element of the memobottle has been carefully considered, from its innovative shape to the premium grade packaging. Are you ready to join the #ONEBOTTLEMOVEMENT? A7 $29.90, A6 $39.90, A5 $49.90, Slimline 450ml $44.90. Lanyard $24.90 Leather sleeves from $49.90

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More than 1.7 Billion people are affected by a weakening of the power of the human lens to adjust.

TAKE A CLOSER LOOK More than 1.7 billion are affected by Presbyopia globally. 100% of the population will be affected now or in the future. Presbyopia can appear additionally to myopia, hyperopia or astigmatism, and is an unavoidable natural phenomenon. Why do people need magnifiers? Presbyopia is a natural phenomenon linked to aging of the eyes which diminishes the vision from the ages of 40-45 onwards. More precisely, it relates to the natural weakening of the power of the lens to adjust (the transparent lens within the eye) during reading. Presbyopia causes diminished vision when reading smaller letters and when in insufficient lighting conditions. When someone begins to suffer from presbyopia, they are first forced to hold the reading material further away and look for better lighting. Then they will need to carry glasses with them for reading. In the absence of correction for visual acuity, headaches (migraines) will develop gradually, along with a burning sensation in the eye, generally at the end of the day.* * Source: Izipizi.com. These are not prescription glasses and are provided for the purpose of magnifying near or mid range distances. If you have any concerns with your eyes please consult an optometrist or eye care specialist. Izipizi readers from $50, sunglasses $60, folding $60

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VELVET AFFAIR The Wouf collections celebrate the creative youth and vivid imagination. The unique prints are inspired by the tropical nights, botanic hideout, urban jungles and the tireless beat of the night. All Wouf products are made in Spain with high quality raw materials and eco inks to ensure the best in sustainable quality. 1. Amazon Tote $240 2. Leaves XL Clutch $99.90

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NO MORE PLASTIC BAGS In a business-as-usual scenario, the ocean is expected to contain 1 tonne of plastic for every 3 tonnes of fish by 2025, and by 2050, more plastics than fish (by weight).*

This year sees the end of plastic bag supply at supermarkets in Australia. We are a bit behind the world on this initiative, so it is no surprise that Europe is well ahead on stylish alternatives .

MODERN TIMES

4. LOQI bags from Berlin can carry up to 20kg, are chemical-free, long-lasting, water-resistant and washable from $16.90

The Multi takes a playful approach to design through the use of colour. The Multi Morning, Noon + Midnight series is a collaboration between design studio Daniel Emma and Melbourne design studio Aark.

5+6. Funded by Kickstarter, NotaBag was born as a concept when Adnan Alicusic found himself dangerously struggling on his bike in traffic and wishing his bag could be a backpack. NotaBag is a bag and a backpack, from $44.90

1. Midnight $149 2. Noon $149 3. Morning $149

7. Filt Shopping Nets, located in the heart of lower Normandy, has been making nets and cords since 1860. Today Filt sports the most modern machine park in Europe. Filt shopping net in various colours, $25 * From the World Economic Forum Report “The New Plastics Economy”

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KNOT TRADITIONAL Berlin. A melting pot of history, art, music, creativity and bow ties. Yes, bow ties. But these are not your ordinary ones. Inspired by the almost rebellious Continental Look, which kept the fashion world in suspense in the

late 1950s, the Berlin Bow seeks to set new standards in innovation, enrich the variety of men’s neckwear accessories and perfectly compliment the wellkept wardrobe of every gentleman and contemporary woman. Handmade by Berlin Fashionistas using Fair Trade hand woven silks from Cambodia. The Berlin bow in 2 styles and several colours $168 each

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SERIOUSLY SEXY STORAGE Tina Clark had an extraordinary vision about storage. She believed it should be as aesthetically stylish as the exquisite fashion pieces it housed.

“There are times when you feel so passionately about something, you want to share it with the world.” After searching the world for years, unsuccessfully, Tina decided to create it herself. Now every uber-stylish home decorator from Europe to Australia wants Sagitine in their abodes. Tina was influenced by decades of living in the world’s most premium shopping hubs, so she didn’t need to look far for inspiration. Her wardrobe of cashmere, silk and heels needed a place to match their style. To Tina, there were simply no stylish storage options. Anywhere. Enter Tina’s creation. Enter Sagitine. Storage so beautiful, so premium, so practical you will want to thank Tina yourself for her inspired idea.

MIX, MATCH + FLIP

The Shanghai, 14 archival boxes with powder coated metal frame and leather handles $1,375

Create your own collection of personalised Georgettes, a seductive coupling of leather and fine metal. An innovative French concept featuring fine metalwork jewellery with reversible, and interchangeable leather inserts. First, choose your cuff style, then choose your size and then select your leather. Go with sophisticated tones or bright leather options. In just a few seconds you can customise your bracelet by switching the leather insert to suit your mood. Cuffs: 80mm cuff giraffe silver $239, 40mm $159, 25mm $124, 14mm $99 Reversible leather insert: 80mm $50, 40mm $40, 25mm $35, 14mm $30 [10 colour options] Cuff and leather sold separately. Not all cuffs available in all finishes. Visit top3.com.au to browse our Les Georgettes collection.

9 The Secrid Miniwallet is compact and secure. The aluminium internal casing protects your credit cards from RFID scanning of your credit card details, whilst also protecting your cards from cracking when constantly housed in the back pocket of your jeans. Can hold 6 x flat cards, and 4 x embossed credit cards + space for more cards, paper money, receipts, business cards and some coins.

Photo by Maria Laitinen

Standard leather single miniwallet starts at $115, metallics and specialty leathers $120 each. Twin wallets start at $159. See top3.com.au for our full range

BELINDA GILES Belinda studied silversmithing under the accomplished Swiss master, Ernst Pfenninger. Bringing with her ideas borrowed from fields as diverse as scientific illustration, mass manufacture and a strong preoccupation with numbers. Belinda incorporates concepts from mathematics in nature into the organic lines of her jewellery. Her first piece of silver jewellery received a Georg Jensen design award. Her work is characterised by an inventive simplicity, meticulously executed with a distinctive blend of modern and traditional techniques. Sterling silver Double Bangle $660, Double Ring $262

BOLD BIRD

MISTER WOLF

Linda is recognised for her distinctive style characterised by bold sculptural forms and clean simple lines.

Designed by industrial designer, Tom Fereday and conceived and assembled by watchmaker and design retailer Leighton Clarke, Mister Wolf is a global brand with its roots in Sydney.

Born in South Africa and now based in the pristine Huon Valley in the south of Tasmania, her designs often reflect a contemporary African aesthetic. The ideas and materials used for her exhibition works demonstrate the strong influence of her natural environment. Bold Bird earrings, sterling silver and anodised aluminium $154

Mister Wolf produces high-quality, thoughtfully designed timepieces for men and women that are designed and assembled in Sydney. Truly unisex in their design, Mister Wolf watches are pared back with a classic personality. Ă&#x2DC;32mm $289, Ă&#x2DC;39mm $299

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Protecting your credit cards is protecting your identity

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FOR THE KIDS AT HEART

Time to reduce screentime and rediscover the simple pleasures of a game of chess. The inspiration of a young girl playing chess with her dad. Wanting to win, she moved her rook onto a pawnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s square and announced she could now move both pieces together, moving them to the far end of the board she quickly promoted to a queen and beat her dad. Chessplus was born!

Chessplus is a faster, more fluid and more dynamic chess game. Funded via a Kickstarter campaign, Chessplus is a game devised by Christian Simpson and bought to life by Industrial Designer Adam Laws. Merge pieces to combine their strengths creating powerful new forces, then split them when desired. Chessplus has all the strategy and beauty of traditional chess. With an additional measure of speed, excitement and queens, making it perfect for traditional chess players and newcomers alike. 1. (ABOVE) Resin figurine sets $34.90 to full timber set with board $495. See top3.com.au for all options

BRIGHTEN IT UP Plenty of colour without compromising style.

The Bauhaus Chess Set is an original Bauhaus design from 1923, now produced by Naef Switzerland. The geometric shapes visually represent the moves allowed by the various pieces with ingenious simplicity, i.e. the bishop can move in diagonals, thus is shaped as a cross. 2. (LEFT) Bauhaus Chess set and Board $790

3. Jetpack backpack from Suck UK $79.90 4. Snurk Rocket duvet cover Single $125 5. Skip Hop Splash bottle dryer $40 6. Alessi Cico egg cup and spoon $39 7. Playon Crayon non-toxic crayons, set of 12 $13 8. Trunkie Bee travel case $75 9. Skip Hop Duncks bath toys $18 10. Sirch lorette trailer $195 11. Sirch Sibis Maxi Car, handmade in Bavaria with super silent wheels $260 10.

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No need to pack away the kids toys when friends come over when they look this good! Just because you had a baby doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t turn you into one. If you are over pink teddy bears and plastic pickup trucks, then discover a world of baby accessories that you will be merely looking after before you hand them on to other loved ones and friends.

top3 has a Baby Shower gift registry service!

1. Rosendahl Teak Monkey, 20cm by Kay Bojeson $240 2. LIND DNA recycled leather cloud table mat $29.90 3. Maison Deux Bowler Hat rocker $845 4. Rosendahl melamine kids dinner set $68 5. Mozart-Kugle Diamond music box $188 6. Mozart-Kugle Music Orb $138 by Siebensachen 7. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A human inside a human card by Things by Bean $5.90 8. Maison Deaux Cloud rocker $845 9. Bear with leather string $59 10. Round-a-bout changemat/playmat $79.90 11. Bambi chair by Takeshi Sawada for Elements Optimal $390

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the top3 | Water Carafes

THE ULTIMATE INFUSION

A must for every “foodie”. Originally created as a custom piece for bar chefs at The Aviary in Chicago, IL the Porthole is a simple, beautiful infusion vessel designed by Martin Kastner of Crucial Detail design studio. It can be used to create striking cocktails, oils, teas, dressings, lemonade, coffee, or any other type of cold infusion. Initially made by hand for the restaurant, demand saw the designers seek ways to put it into production. A highly successful Kickstarter campaign reached its manufacturing pledge goal in a matter of hours... and the Porthole Infuser was born! Create infusions for tea, soups or cocktails. From simple additions of fruit and sugar syrup to complex creations the infuser is a talking point at the dinner table and an artistic delight. The Porthole Infuser $158

DESIGNATED DRIVER If you are the nominated one, don’t let that cramp your style! Water need not be relegated to second-class drinking vessels. Enjoy your H2O with true finesse. A series of carafes that are as stylish displaying water as they are with cocktails or mocktails. 1. Rosendahl Water Carafe $50 2. Fia Carafe with Amber Crystal stopper $129.90 3. Rare Carafe $88 and Radiant glasses $63 a pair.

SPICED SYRUP RECIPE FOR YOUR PORTHOLE INFUSER HEAVY SYRUP

Directions

2 parts sugar by weight 1 part water by weight

Bring water to a boil. Dissolve sugar into the boiling water, stirring constantly. Once sugar is dissolved completely, remove pan from heat immediately. (Note: Boiling syrup for an extended period of time will thicken it.)

LIGHT SYRUP 1 part sugar by weight 1 part water by weight

Allow syrup to cool. Load the Porthole with desired ingredients and check for a good seal before adding syrup. Infuse for at least 24 hours in a refrigerator. Infusion times will vary with ingredients.

SUGGESTED FRUIT

Tips

Blueberry, cucumber, lemon, orange or strawberry.

-O nly use a filter screen if infusion ingredients can pass though the spout, otherwise leave out for faster filling and pouring. - Leave an inch of space at the top when filling the Porthole with syrup. Do not immediately insert the stopper in the spout so ingredients can settle and expand. - To make a light, simple syrup that does not require a stove, combine equal parts (1:1) sugar and water in a bottle and shake until the sugar is completely dissolved. - To extend the life of your syrup, add a tablespoon of vodka.

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COCKTAIL HOUR Just add a few well chosen accessories to your bar collection and you will be serving up Friday night drinks like one of the coolest bars in town.

Add flavour or decorative elements to your water with the removable skewer. Eva Solo MyFlavour glass water Carafe. $89.90

The Eva Solo stainless steel shaker has a pouring lip which retains any ice cubes without the use of an extra strainer. The shaker ensures 100% drip-free serving. No more marks on the tablecloth or drinks table. Pair it with the iconic and functionally designed ice cube cooler. The ice cubes can be removed with the accompanying spoon without first having to remove the lid. Featuring a double wall of stainless steel and plastic, the ice cube cooler keeps ice cubes cool for longer and prevents condensation from forming on the table. Add in some signature Eva Solo angle cut glassware and cocktail hour never looked so good. For those after a well aerated glass of red you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go past the Eva Solo decanting carafe. When the wine glides through all the holes and continues down the inside of the carafe, it is subtly yet effectively aerated in a most beautiful way.

1. Cocktail shaker $110 2. Ice cube cooler with spoon $150 3. Glassware from $30-$65 each 4. Decanting wine carafe $125

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THE PERFECT WHISKY Gone are the days of whisky being reserved for stuffy old men’s clubs filled with cigar smoke and roaring fires. Scotch has had a serious renaissance in recent years and you may have noticed more and more hip and trendy people ordering it in bars. The real question is, how should you serve it without suffering at the hands of a social faux pas. After the bottle choice itself, if you’re going to serve the perfect whisky, the vessel is the most important contributing factor to your enjoyment and appreciation.

The Danish Fuel Bar Cabinet makes a statement home bar whilst retrieving waste from landfill. Each Danish Fuel jerry can bar cabinet is a unique work of art $1,095 each.

Specifically designed Whisky glasses provide the idea air to liquid ratio. Only one question remains... Neat or on the rocks?

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the top3 | Whisky Glasses

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LUXE HOME BAR MUST HAVES Step it up with your at-home bar offering with these luxe bar accessories that will have you craving a night in.

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1. No 5 whisky glass $50 each 2. Rosendahl Whisky glass, set of 4 $48 3. Normann Copenhagen whisky glasses, set of 2 $75. 4. Bottle Carafe 1.4L $125 5. Bottle Carafe 1L $105 6. Stoned Crystals clear quartz trivets work beautifully as a base for decanters or glassware on your bar Ø21cm $235 7. Echelon wine rack $189 8. S’well insulated bottle yellow gold 500ml $74.90 9. Alessi cocktail shaker $235 10. Normann Copenhagen Block Table $475

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LUXE FROM WASTE No two Danish Fuel jerry cans are alike, so these truly are rare and unique pieces of art that are making use of waste. The jerry can was designed by the Germans in 1939 during World War II. These bar cabinets (and bathroom cabinets) are upcycled from discarded fuel cans, which otherwise end up in landfill. Old rust and paint have been removed by sandblasting and then new powder coating added. Real timber internal shelving and panel detailing create the finishing touch. Each cabinet takes 3-4 weeks to make, with every single one resulting in a unique statement piece. All Danish Fuel designs are made using jerry cans that are collected from military surplus stock-houses in Europe. Proudly made in Denmark. $1,095

RETREAT FROM THE WORLD Go dark and create a hotel-style vibe. Create a retreat from the busy world outside. Statement lamps and paired back simplicity, combined with neutral and casual linen bedding create the ultimate dark and moody hotel vibe. Aplin table lamp from $349. In Bed linen duvet, Queen pictured in Charcoal $275, pillow slips $85 a pair, flat sheet or fitted sheets in cool grey Queen from $165.

Photography by Sian Egginton, Styling by Fiona Michelon.

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GET UP, GET READY, GET GOING To create the ultimate nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sleep, we have put together some details to ensure you sleep like a baby and then wake with a skip in your step as you head into your day. 1. Slip 100% pure silk eye masks $49.90 2. Marimekko Brick pattern queen duvet $199 pillow cases $40 each 3. Slip 100% silk pillow cases $85 each 4. Oyoy Denmark reversible bedhead $390 5. Muuto Mimic mirror $245 6. Tivoli Model 3 bluetooth clock radios $399 7. Lexon Flip alarm clock marble $74.90 8. Pia Wallen 100% felt slippers $125 9. Pia Wallen 100% organic cotton blanket $360

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Starlight Hills Ltd Edition Print, by Antoinette Ferwerda $1,530

AWARD WINNING LANO Kirsten Carriol had to catch a plane and was stuck for lip balm. That long flight became her light bulb moment. Growing up on a remote Australian sheep farm her dad (a DNA scientist) had taught her that lanolin, from wool, mimics human oils - making it nature’s secret to all skin moisture. As a child, lanolin was the only ingredient her parents used on her lips and skin. Chapped but undefeated, Kirsten then created Lano: the most natural - and magically simple - lanolin lip with over 50 Awards to prove it. What is Lanolin and why is it so great? Lanolin is a 100% natural substance found on the wool of sheep that helps keep their coat protected and dry throughout the year. Sheep’s wool grows continuously; if it’s not sheared annually the fleece will become soiled and too heavy for the animal. Lanolin is the animal-cruelty-free by-product of wool washing after shearing. Lano’s Lanolin goes through an exclusive refining process for ultra pure grade lanolin. 1. 101 Ointment The Original Multipurpose Superbalm 15g $18.90 2. Tinted Balm SPF30 Nude 12.5g $14.90 3. Everywhere Multi-Cream 85ml $18.90 4. Rose Hand Cream Everyday 120ml $23.90

“...the World’s Best Lip Balm...” - The Times UK

ONE SIZE FITS ALL The v-bed can easily be put up or dismantled without tools and in no time at all. The Tojo V bed by Roy Schäfer can be extended like an accordion to any desired width between 90-180cm. As your child grows up the v-bed will grow with them and can serve as either a child, teenager, student, queen size or king size bed. If used as a guest bed, it quickly converts to your needs. The materials of the German designed and manufactured Tojo bed base are environmentally friendly, with no screws, mountings, varnish or paint. The Tojo V-bed is purely and naturally free of detergents. Tojo V-Bed $1,100

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THE FINISHING TOUCHES Getting out of bed is sometimes not easy to do. Make the process smoother with details that will add skip and a jump to your day.

SOAP IT UP Ensure all your guests wash their hands when they visit the washroom - they wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be able to help themselves in picking up these gorgeous little pieces of art!

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5. Etat Libre d Orange Remarkable People perfume 100ml $185 6. Flip mirror from Normann Copenhagen $175 7. Bering watch black, matt finish $295 8. Wouf large beauty bag 21 x 14cm $59.90 9. Wouf small beauty bag 18.5 x 9cm $49.90 10. MYBF 3D printed necklace $178 11. Louvelle shower cap Dahlia Stripe $40 12. Bering watch in blue and rose gold from $295 13. Gutta jewellery Box $180 14. Menu jewellery box oak $275.

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Fazeek is a Melbourne, Australia based homewares company who are inspired by architecture and interiors. Fazeekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s handmade soaps are inspired by a love of architecture, interiors and design. Each piece is handmade in small batches with natural clays that have different benefits for your skin and are vegan friendly. Palm oil free, no animal testing and free of any detergents. 1. Cedar saffron soap in cube or sphere $18 2. Mirror soap Teak Neroli $15 3. Terrazzo soap rosemary + mint $15 4. Gradient soap, pomegranate + sage $15

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RESORT LUXE AT HOME

If you appreciate the atmosphere of a space as much as its aesthetic, Addition Studio completely understands.

1. Synergy oil burner, marble and copper $169.90 2. Marble dumbbell $129.90 each 3. Essential oil burner Travertine $219.90 4. Dumbbell, travertine $129.90 each 5. Synergy oil burner travertine and copper $169.90

For your home to feel like a sanctuary, it can’t just be about how it looks - it’s about how it feels. That’s why they’ve taken a holistic approach to the home, encompassing everything from furniture to fragrance. Just in case that wasn’t enough, they’ve also designed a line of luxurious body scrubs and bath brews made from natural and organic ingredients. Founded in 2010 by Ryan Hanrahan, Addition Studio is all about the art of the daily ritual, with many of the pieces coming from his own personal obsessions with daily rituals and at the core of his inspiration; wellness, health and natural therapies. Smell is the only sense linked directly to the emotional cortex of the brain, which is why scents tend to evoke such strong memories and emotions. It is this idea that permeates much of Ryan’s work. For example their Essential Oils are all labelled with symbols only - the Upper Oil, which has a graphic of an upward pointing arrow on the bottle, is designed to lift and reinvigorate you.

Addition Studio creates the treatments and organic therapies, as well as the apparatus, for you to create a luxurious retreat in your very own home.

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THE MISSONI EFFECT

You’re probably familiar with Missoni’s distinctive patterns and colours gracing the pages of fashion magazines. The famous Milanese fashion house took their extraordinary textiles into the home in 1983 and now, thanks to the colourful new collection of robes, towels and more, you can add a touch of Missoni luxury into your everyday life. Made in Portugal, each product features the same bold colour combinations and eye-catching patterns that have made Missoni one of the world’s most recognisable names in fashion since the Fifties.

10. Missoni Home Bath Collection 1. Vanni #481 2. Vasilij day #100 3. Viviette #160 4. Vera night #160 5. Vasilij night #160 6. Virginio #603 7. Vincent #603 8. Victor #603 9. Viggo #601 10. Vanni #601

11. 11. Vanni bathrobes, sand #481 and black #601 $442 See our full Missoni Bath Collection online at top3.com.au | search Missoni

Hand Towels start from $37 Bath Towels start from $95 Bath Sheets start from $216 Bath Mats (not available in all designs) new styles 60x90cm $257

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Take cues from your favourite hotel experiences and introduce them at home to create a bathroom retreat you will never want to leave. Bathrooms are the swiss army knife of any household. They can be a place to seek solitude, inspiration and decompression. The average person spends one and a half years of their life in the bathroom, so make it a place that you, your family and guests long to be in. A few subtle touches will dramatically improve this pivotal space. Menu from Denmark has some bathroom pieces that will have you well on your way.

Their design philosophy is simple. They want to make the world better, less complicated, a little bit nicer to wake up to. By working with some of the most exciting and driven creative individuals from the worlds of architecture and design to produce high quality design with a crisp Scandinavian look. At Menu they are obsessed with clever solutions for modern living. Beautiful objects for everyday use, from the bathroom - to the bedroom, living room and kitchen. So once you have tackled the bathroom make-over you can go room by room and make your home your sanctuary. 1. Menu Stem vase in solid bronze and smoked crystal $380 2. Menu floor mirror $1,100 3+4. Norm bathroom accessories range by Norm Architects: soap dispenser $155, toothbrush holder $110, toilet brush $179, storage container with mirrored lid $110, waste bin 7L $425

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PHONE SOAP You wash and bathe yourself. Keep yourself healthy and clean. But what about your phone? Your phone has become a third hand you never wash. Your phone is 18x dirtier and contains more harmful bacteria than a public toilet. We wash our hands, but we never wash our phones, and we forget whatever our hands touch we pass on to our phones. We store our phones in warm places and help the bacteria grow and then transfer that bacteria to anything we touch, like food, our skin or anyone we come in contact with. A Shark Tank USA sensation, PhoneSoap solves the seemingly “growing” problem

of illness causing bacteria on our devices. PhoneSoap is the perfect solution to keep your phone bacteria free while you charge your phone. PhoneSoap is designed to fit into your decor - next to your bed, at your office or even in your kitchen. It only takes a few minutes for your phone to be germ free and clean of dangerous bacteria that can make you sick or that you could pass on to others. The UV-C lights inside PhoneSoap kill germs without harmful heat, making it safe and effective. PhoneSoap can sanitise more than just electronic devices too: keys, credit cards – anything that fits inside the case. 1. PhoneSoap in black or white $98 PhoneSoap XL (not pictured) fits ipads, small laptops or other household objects $198

BATHROOM BLING Be proud of your bathroom electronics. Let them be a part of your interior design, and then take them with you when you travel.

THE RIGHT TOOLS FOR THE JOB Tooletries is the creation of Australian brothers, Josh and Saul. Turn your shower into organised storage. Just sticks, no suction and no adhesives. Originally launched on Kickstarter, Tooletries use a patented silicone technology that utilises static forces to grip to shiny smooth surfaces like mirrors, glass or bathroom walls.

As featured in Wallpaper Magazine, Design Milk, Dezeen and of course, top3.

This means you can stick storage to your walls without suction cups, screws or adhesives. The silicone is completely reusable, leaves no residue and never loses its stick.

With a speed of 8000 rpm and a running time of 40 minutes.

3+4. Harvey toothbrush and razor holder $29.90 5. Koby Essentials Bag $49.90

2. Bruzzoni Electric toothbrush in white/silver or black/copper $249.90 each.

See our full range of Tooletries at top3.com.au

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Take a walk on the dark side with moody hues and hotel vibes.

Muuto Metal Dots small Ø2.7cm $25, medium Ø3.9cm $35, large Ø5cm $45 Muuto folded shelf, large $285, Muuto Dot oak medium Ø13cm $48

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PLANET LUXE Planet Luxe makes luxurious, well-designed products that are safe for the planet, so we can all live healthier, more sustainable lifestyles whilst also being surrounded by beautiful things and having products that work. The products are made with thought and consideration for the environment and the luxurious formulations bring more enjoyment and sensual pleasure to even the most mundane tasks. Using products that smell heavenly, with pure and safe ingredients, in great looking, functional packaging makes the cleaning process that little bit more enjoyable. 1. Hand Balm, 500ml $48 2. Hand Wash, 500ml from $25 3. Toilet Cleaner, 1000ml $20 4. Floor Cleaner, 1000ml $20 5. Freshen up room spray $28 6. Soap Bar $16 7. Dish Wash 500ml $18

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The Danish Fuel bathroom cabinet makes a statement in a bathroom whilst retrieving waste from landfill. Each Danish Fuel jerry can bathroom cabinet is a unique work of art $1,095

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THE SCENT OF SCANDINAVIA Scandinavian lifestyle is right here - in the colour, scent, light and warmth of a flickering candle flame. Skandinavisk was born from 2 English chaps, Shaun and Gerry, who fell in love with 2 blonde Scandinavian girls 15 years ago and never left. After each moving to the region, working for 2 big American multinationals and living between Copenhagen and Stockholm, Shaun and Gerry both fell gradually in love with the Scandinavian way of life - the focus on life’s small moments, the priority of family over career, the cycle to the office, the home at 4pm, the raw nature, the endless summers. It’s an enviable lifestyle that even the bitterest winter can’t dilute. Shaun and Gerry believe the absolute essence of Scandinavian lifestyle is right here - in the colour, scent, light and warmth of a flickering candle flame and a glow that not only burrows deep through the wax, but one which nourishes the soul too. After all, Scandinavians use more candles than any other nation in the world. They use them morning, noon and night. 12 months a year. Because they know that a candle makes any moment softer, more informal, more cosy. And they are the world’s happiest people. That is something worth sharing. Candles: 55g $29, 190gr $59, Reed Diffuser set $79, Hand Lotion 300ml $39, Hand Wash 300ml $35, Hand Cream 75ml $35

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Step into the wild and beautiful world of Christianna Heideman: silver-tongued style maven, successful girl-boss, jeweller, creator, and lover of unicorns. Damselfly Candles want to hit you in the face, right in the nose, with their triple-scented aromas and then in the eyes, with a killer quote. Damselfly Candles Ø9 x 10.5cm $39.90, Ø10.5 x 12.5cm high $49.90. Not all designs available in each size. Not all candles come with lids.

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT ESTER & ERIK CANDLES Denmark has a strong tradition for making outstanding quality candles. Ester and Erik Moller began producing dipped candles in 1987. Their vision was to uphold the proud traditions, creating elegant candles of superior quality for an exclusive and critical circle of customers. Since then, Ester & Erik have developed the concept, improving and refining the traditional candle-making methods. Ester & Erik Candles are dripless, burning their own wax and the wick finishing short of the base, automatically snuffing them out before they reach the table. Ø4.2 x 22cm Cone Candle from $14.50, 34cm from $15.50. 32cm taper candles (for a standard candelabra from $11.50 a pair.

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HAVE LIGHT, WILL TRAVEL In Denmark, where winters are cold and long, creating a warm, cosy atmosphere is a way of life. Lightweight and portable with a USB cord, the possibilities of the Carrie Lamp are endless. Use it as a bedside lamp, on an office desk or as an alternative to candles on the dining table. Go for a picnic in the park, to a festival, go glamping or have moonlit walks on the beach. Menu Carrie Lamp (also available in white) 14.8 x 14 x 24cm high $350

BE TRANSPORTED The original, and the best. With a background as an architect, designer, Max Gunawan, has long held a passion for minimal design and clean lines that optimise the use of small spaces. It was from this passion that Lumio emerged. A practical object that brings delight from the moment you hold the package in your hands. Lumio is a whimsical, beautiful quality mood light that conceals itself in the form of a hard-cover book. Both the maple and walnut timber versions have a laser cut spine which beautiful, a magnetic wooden peg with leather strap for hanging and both the classic and the mini open up a full 360 degrees. The internal “pages” are made from durable, water resistant and 100% Dupont Tyvek. The mini Lumio can be used as backup power bank with 4 hours battery spare life fo an iphone. RED DOT AWARD 2015 - Product Design, Winner GOOD DESIGN AWARD - Product Design, Best in Category

A LITTLE PIECE OF SUNSHINE Designed by artist Olafur Eliasson and featuring a faceted lens inspired by nature. 5 hours of charging in the sun gives you 5 hours of bright light, fading to long-lasting soft light. For every Little Sun sold, one goes to their partners in rural Africa, where they train local sales agents and bring solar energy to those who need it most.

Battery Life Rechargeable lithium ion battery provides up to 8 hours of full charge (classic) and 10 hours (mini) with continual use. LED Module Long-lasting LED modules emit 500 lumen – slightly brighter than a 40w bulb. Cover Classic: FSC-certified Natural FSC-certified wood covers. Mini: Heavy-duty Buckram bookcloth Durable The interior body of the lamp is made from durable, water-resistant and 100% recyclable Magnet Industrial-grade Neodymium (N52) magnets are built into the wood covers to maintain portability and flexibility. Power Easily charge Lumio via micro USB from any USB charger. The light can be turned on while it’s charging.

Little Sun Diamond solar light $49

Lumio Mini $248, Lumio Classic $318

Little Sun Diamond is pocketsized, featherweight and radiates a sparkling glow.

Simple surprise and delight can transport us from the day to day. That is what good design is all about.

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The effect of good lighting cannot be overestimated.

Photography by Sian Egginton, Styling by Fiona Michelon.

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IN THE RIGHT LIGHT Creating the right ambience in the room can be challenging. Here are some tips to get you on the right track. Too many lights on can make your room feel bland and uninviting and yet, too little light can make the room seem suffocating and gloomy. The right light fixture, like a well-considered colour scheme, can make all the difference when it comes to first impressions. Ambient lighting is a carefully constructed tapestry of light colours and layers and represents a shift from the everyday “practical” lighting, to a much warmer, more comfortable and peaceful lighting. Thankfully, this can now take place with the simple flick of a switch. If you are looking to create a cozy effect you’ll want to gravitate towards using warm whites, for an open fresh feel use natural whites or for a crisp clean effect use cool whites. Common bulbs you might find in lamps and pendant lights around the home. E27 (or Edison Bulb) is a standard screw fitting, E14 looks similar to E27 but is a smaller diameter. Bayonet has the 2 little pins either side (twist and push to insert) and a G8 Halogen is a little ceramic piece with 2 little pins out the bottom.

WATTS THE DIFFERENCE? For as long as we can remember we’ve been buying light bulbs according to their wattage, but like Bob Dylan said, “the times they are a changin’” Many manufacturers now label their products according to lumens, so despite our years of conditioning, lumens (which measure light output) are actually a more accurate measurement of how bright a light will be. Not only can the wrong wattage damage your light fitting it has an enormous visual impact on the effect of your gorgeous light fitting.

STATEMENT LAMP Light is part of everyone’s life. It dictates our days and nights. It illuminates our environment. It sets the mood around us. The effect of good lighting cannot be overestimated. The most beautiful interiors will not shine without appropriate lighting. The Aplin lamps, by Chris Aplin, are designed to complement any interior by adding a functional statement piece. Winner of a 2016 Good Design Award, Aplin Lamp is available in black, white, $349 and light brass $549

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1. The Bell Lamp from Normann Copenhagen can be used individually, in rows or in clusters to simple and dramatic effect. Ø22cm $475, Ø35cm $630, Ø42cm $795, Ø55cm $990 2. JWDA Lamp, concrete and brass from Menu Ø17 x 29cm high $449 3. Pull Lamp from Muuto $705 4. Sway lamp from Made by Pen $878 5. Grasshoppa Lamp from Gubi $1,149 6. Milk Table Light by Norm Architects for &Tradition $395

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Tools to keep the perfect fire going. To keep the conversation flowing. To keep the ideas growing.

The story of a little girl and a burning desire to combine her love of design and the open fire. There was once a little girl who was surrounded by light. The long days of the short Scandinavian summers formed her happiest memories. She played and basked in the sun until its last ray flitted over the horizon. Even the darkest winters shimmered with warmth. Candles in the windows were unfazed by the harsh winds beating against the panes. And at the end of each day, a crackling fire welcomed her as she sipped cups of hot chocolate, shared stories with family and friends, and dreamed about all the midsummer nights to come. “Light is everything”, she says. The little girl’s name is Louise, and this is her story. The fireplace was the heart of her home. Louise’s family was well aware of this. They turned fireplaces into a family business, providing the best designs throughout Scandinavia. You see, it wasn’t just the warmth of the fire that made it possible to live so comfortably in the harsh northern environment. The fine design of Scandinavian furnishings made living elegant and easy. Her grandparents

made sure that the home had only the most simple and beautifully designed things - so that life in the home would be just that: simple and beautiful. Louise grew up understanding how design could make a difference. She didn’t realise it then, but these two things - fire and design - would ignite an interest that would grow into its own niche within the family business: fireplace accessories. By developing the tools to keep the perfect fire going. To keep the conversation flowing. To keep the ideas growing. To keep that light, like at the end of a midsummer night, shining. So that people can gather together at the end of the day and share their stories. And so it was this - the love for fire and design that was the beginning of Eldvarm.

New Black version of the Fire Set and Emma Wood Basket available from July 6.

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LEFT: 1. Eldvarm fire set, walnut $775 2. Emma wood basket, havane $798 3. Emma fire screen 70 x 50 x 7cm deep $698, 95 x 65 x10.5cm $835 ABOVE: 4. Emma candle lantern $275 5. Eldvarm fire set, black $835 6. Emma wood basket, black $798 7. Emma wood basket, lichen green $798 8. Eldvarm fire set, lichen green $890 9. Emma wood basket, natural leather $798 10. Eldvarm fire set, natural leather $890

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Normann Copenhagen is a Danish design company with the mission to create original and innovative products in a simple and contemporary design that withstands the test of time. Or in other words, to challenge conventional thinking and make the ordinary extraordinary through great design. A philosophy that is easier said than done. It is a testament to their keen eye for detail and vast knowledge of manufacturing capabilities that they have amassed a stable of iconic contemporary pieces from salt and pepper grinders through to lighting and sofas. Product that has a unique personality, yet can slot into real lives and real homes. Established in 1999 by Jan Andersen and Poul Madsen, the Normann Copenhagen brand encompasses a wide and continuously growing collection of furniture, lighting, textiles and home accessories and has collected more than 80 design awards along the way.

Styling and Photography: Maria Laitinen

Pictured LEFT is the Normann Copenhagen Block table with some other original design classics. 1. Artwork from blacklist Love Square framed in oak, 100 x100cm $790 2. Design House Stockholm Pleece throw 140 x 170cm $279.90 3. Eames House Bird by Vitra $319 4. Normann Copenhagen Block table 50 x 35 x 64cm $475 5. Pebble board marble $125, cheese accessories $35 each

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Glaze by Simon Legald has a clean, minimalist design in powdercoated aluminium for a modern and stylish display. Grips and feet are made from powder-coated steel with soft, rounded edges. Glaze is designed with baked goods and sweet treats in mind, but can be used in many other ways. The stands are perfect for serving savoury pies, cheese, fruit, canapés or sushi. We think they could be great to display and organise jewellery too! 6. Glaze cake stands Ø30cm $175 7. Glaze cake tray Ø20cm $98 8. Glaze 3 tier cake stand $250 (all available in dark red or cream)

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The Momento LED table lamp by Daniel Debiasi and Federico Sandri’s is like a piece of elegantly balanced architecture, which is easy to adjust to the lighting need of the moment. Energy-efficient LED lighting source and integrated dispersion lens, creates an attractive and comfortable light.

Brass fittings add a luxe touch to the much-loved Amp lamp series. Hang one Amp Lamp in the hallway, in a corner of the living room, or create a cluster of Amp Lamps over your dining room table.

9. Momento Table Lamp is available in black grey and petrol green $545

10. Amp lamp Brass and white or smoked glass, $295 each

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EVERYTHING WITHIN REACH The beauty is in the details when it comes to the meticulously designed Lucano step stool. Lucano was created by the experimental design lab Metaphys and Hasegawa Kogyo Co., the top manufacturer of ladders and scaffolding in Japan since 1956. This exceptional ladder has received many design accolades, including the Red Dot Design, Good Design and JIDA Design Museum selection awards. Expertly engineered, it is finished with a durable powder-coated finish, and crafted with smooth aluminium and steel. From the secure safety latch and non-skid feet, to wide steps with integrated grooves for tread, each and every detail is thoughtfully considered. Even the fastening screws are invisible. 1 step $130, 2 step $199, 3 step $299, 4 step $389

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IMAGE A | 1. Oroscopo #05 Dragon cushion (40 x 40) $407 2. Ideogramma silk #311 cushion (60 x 60) $741 3. Timmy throw #741 light blue $730 4. Normann Copenhagen ACE sofa from $1,980 5. Echasse vase collection 60cm $1,150, 28cm $350, bowl $625 IMAGE B | 6. Design House Stockholm Step ladder mini $649 7. AYTM Tota trinket boxes from $48 8. Timmy throw #491 purple $730 9. Design House Stockholm Step ladder $699 10. Vicenza Night cushion #160 (60 x 60) $759, (40 x40) $383 11. Tota tealight holder from AYTM $55 12. Tota Lantern from AYTM $105 13. Vail #601R cushion (40 x 40) $348 14. Villasimius #601R cushion (40 x 40) $348 15. Verbena #160 throw $1,897 and Verbana cushion (40 x40) $519 IMAGE C | 16. 2Lips vase from Holmegaard 340mm $450 17. Georg bench from Skagerak $1,290 18. Timmy throw #741 light blue $730 19. Vitim Cushion (60 x 60) $818 20. Teton #211 cushion (60 x60) $572 IMAGE D | 21. Vivlio shelving system (see page 46) 22. Ro Denmark Flower Vase burnt sienna 12cm $97 23. Ro Denmark Hurricane tealight lantern/ vase 10cm $62 24. Timmy throw #401 golden $730 25. Oroscopo #10 Snake cushion (40 x 40) $407 26. Normann Copenhagen ACE lounge chair, leather $1,735 27. Coomba #62 cushion (60 x 60) $506 (40 x 40) $282 27. Oroscopo cushion Tiger $407 29. Ro Denmark Flower Vase burnt sienna 34cm $238 30. Vernal cushion 60 x 60 $761 (also available in 40 x 40 $376)

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A MOMENT WITH MISSONI The woman behind one of Italy’s most iconic fashion brands started Missoni Home after she retired! Rosita Missoni and her late husband Ottavio co-founded Missoni. Their business started as a small 100 square metre factory, which would grow into the internationally acclaimed fashion powerhouse we know today. Rosita handed the reigns to her daughter Angela and relaunched Missoni Home in 2004. With a contagious energy and an irresistible twinkle in her eye, Rosita Missoni is everything I want to be “when I grow up”. On one of Rosita’s visits to Australia I was lucky enough to sit down with her for a light lunch - right in the middle of our Sydney store! One of my truly unforgettable moments.

Every season Missoni release an enormous amount of diverse patterns for the Missoni Home collection. I love to imagine all these amazing ideas filling a room and Rosita wandering through the patterns like she would wander through her garden, deciding which ones to ‘pick’ for this season… This season sees a riot of patterns and colour in some designs, tempered by refined and elegant colour combinations in others. One of their best seasons yet. Fun Missoni Fact Each year the collection starts with a different letter of the alphabet, this year we are up to ‘V.’ Some are seasonal and may not run again and others are added to the ongoing stable. This way you can always tell how long a particular design has been in the collection. Pictured: Terri Winter and Rosita Missoni

From top to bottom: City, Bankers, and Roman Various sizes available from $205 - $1,290

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SAY NO TO FAKES Design Classics stand the test of time. Beyond trend. They are looking better than they ever did. All top3 by design products are 100% authentic in design from the rightful manufacturer. To protect the livelihood of creators, inventors, designers and architects, we believe that creativity should be fostered, not stolen. Replica and fake product is stealing from the people whom we admire most, our designers. In nearly all other countries in the world replica is illegal. As a consumer you have a choice. Please support designers and the right to their own work and consider your purchases. Say no to fake. If you would like to share your support please consider the following hashtags on Facebook and Instagram. #isupportoriginaldesign #stopdesigntheft #againstthrowawayism

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An open flame warms the body and the soul. A Cocoon Fire creates a vibrant and lively flame that will dance and flicker throughout your evening, warming your home and inspiring conversation as you meet with friends and family. It is the simplicity of the design that makes the object so attractive and effective. As the bioethanol burns the main body of the fireplace heats and radiates warmth throughout the room. Cocoon fireplaces run on bioethanol, making the fires clean and environmentally friendly. What type of combustion is used? Cocoon Fires run on bioethanol, also known as ethyl alcohol, drinking alcohol or grain alcohol. It is a biofuel which can be derived from plants including corn, wheat, barley and sugarcane. How long does this type of fire burn for? The duration of the flame depends on the quantity, climate conditions, altitude, air current and the height of the flame. The burner contained inside can hold enough fuel to burn for up to 4-6 hours depending on the heat setting, which can be adjusted for comfort. How much heat is produced? The amount of heat emitted depends on several factors: how high you have the flames set, your home itself. If you have a lot of glass or you have concrete floors you will get heat loss, and it depends on the insulation of your home. The Cocoon Fires produce approx 3.6kw, which is equivalent to a small to medium gas or electric heater. Does it smell? The bioethanol (methylated spirits) smells slightly as you pour it into the tray, but does not emit an odour at all whilst the Cocoon Fire is burning.

4. Cocoon Pedestal (standing) black $3,145 5. Cocoon Aeris (hanging) black $3,145 (Stainless steel Cocoon Aeris or Pedestal $4,190)

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An open flame warms the body and the soul

6. Progetti Clock black (also available in white) $398 7. Outline Sofa from Muuto, 2 seater leather $8,649, 3 seater leather $9,549 8. Arguto Rug from Linie Design 170 x 240cm $998, 200 x 300cm $1,498

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There is probably not a single home in the world without a vase in some shape or form. Just like shoes and handbags, you can never seem to have too many! There is always a floral dilemma just PERFECT for a vase that is different in colour or shape. With this in mind we have broken down our vase categories into segments that will help you select the right vase for the job. No matter what stems you bring home or collect from your garden you can have the vase perfect for the job.

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1. Hurricane vase from Ro: Denmark from $123 2. Cocoon vase from Holmegaard from $85 3. Seasons vase from Fink from $135 4. Aalto Savoy vase 95mm $125, 16cm $249 5. Troll vase large XL 32cm $575 6. Menu Echasse vase small 28cm $350, medium 45cm $700, classic 60cm $1,150

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A CELEBRATED CLASSIC Timeless, elegant design, the Aalto shape reflects the lakes in Finland, holding water in your home the way the lakes are cocooned within the mountains.

Photo by Maria Laitinen

It is hard to imagine today the waves Alvar Aalto’s Savoy vase caused in 1936. Alvar Aalto entered a competition to find pieces for the Finnish pavilion at the 1937 Paris World’s Fair. He entered the Aalto vase under the pseudonym “Eskimo woman’s leather breeches” [not really sure where THAT came from...!] Its mysterious form stood in total opposition to the accepted machine centred thinking of the time. The Aalto vase now stands as one of the most celebrated design icons of the Century, and is a celebrated design icon within the Iittala collection, with seasonal colours released every year. 3. 1.

1. Iittala Aalto Finlandia vase 251mm high $295, 2. Iittala Kivi tealight holders from $25 3. Iittala Classic Aalto Savoy vase (pictured in Aqua) 95mm $125, 160mm $249, 22cm $249 4. Iittala bowl $29.90 each (pictured in Moss)

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LIGHT AND AIRY The name, Muuto, comes from muutos, meaning “new perspective” in Finnish. Rooted in the Scandinavian design tradition and characterised by enduring aesthetics, the brand seeks to expand on these traditions with new materials, techniques and bold thinking. One of Muuto’s newest releases embodies this classic yet forward thinking design philosophy. The thin welded frame of the Airy Table series creates a geometric and sophisticated silhouette that is further refined by a light, slim tabletop. The Nanolaminate finish brings a new soft-touch feel that is tough and does not fingerprint. 1+3. Muuto Airy Table half $339, small $499, medium $625, large $839 2. See opposite page 4. Fiber Bar Stool with cognac leather seat is a statement in understated elegance $948

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JOIN THE DOTS New colours join the popular Dots family from Muuto. Arguably the most iconic design produced by the Scandinavian brand, The Dots are a unique approach to coat hooks and this versatile set will add functional, vibrant design to your home or office space. Available in a host of different colours. 2+5. Set of 5 Dots in oak or black $199 4+5. singles: xs: Ø6.5cm $29, small Ø9cm $35, medium Ø13cm $48, large Ø17cm $52 6. Metal Dots, set of 5 in black, brass and aluminium $125. Singles: small Ø2.7cm $25, medium Ø3.9cm $35, large Ø5cm $45

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SHELVE IT Modular shelving can be used in so many different ways around the home. Changed your mind on that little area? No problem. Re-arrange or add modules as often as you like. The Vivlio Award Winning shelving system, by Included Middle for Skagerak, is a flexible shelving unit that both showcases and conceals. The shelves come in three different heights and may either present their open front to the room or face away to conceal their content. Vivlioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s options for shelves and frame create a wide number of configuration variations in a celebration of the flexibility and aesthetic of simplicity. Amongst others, Vivlio is the Winner of the RED DOT Design Award 2016. Please note that Vivlio shelves and frames are sold separately. Mix and match your preference in small, medium or large shelves with your choice of grey or black frame. One frame per shelf. To get an open effect experiment with sections of frame with no shelf. Frame in silver or black $310 shelves in ash or black (small also in blue): small 80 x 34 x 7cm $250 medium 80 x 34 x 16cm $310 large 80 x 34 x 25cm $365

AN IMM COLOGNE FURNITURE FAIR FAVOURITE!

TO BE OR NOT TO BE... A DESK OR A SHELF? Designed by Berlin based Michel Hilgers, Two-fold is a multi purpose floating shelf which effortlessly folds out to be a valuable workspace without compromising the contents inside. The simple hinge mechanism moves effortlessly to open and close whenever it is needed. Made from birch ply with durable CPL coating in anthracite or white. Taking orders for July/August arrival to Australia. Exclusive to top by design | Two-Fold Shelf in black or white 80 x 19.5 x 26cm when closed $648

Robert Foster and F!NK are synonymous with the best that Australian design has to offer. Robert was a luminary in his field of contemporary design and silversmithing and a â&#x20AC;&#x153;once-in-ageneration maker.

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F!NK + Co. was established by Robert Foster in 1993 in Queanbeyan, NSW, with the aim of creating a design and manufacturing business that would support and generate opportunities for Australian designer-makers. Joined by Gretel Harrison in 1995, together they built F!NK + Co. into the business it is today - a much loved and respected Australian design company with an international reputation for producing worldclass product, with the most world renowned pieces being the iconic Water Jug. F!NK is the promise of modern design excellence, uniting the utmost respect for the design ethic with that refined craftsmanship. This craftsmanship combines traditional artisanal practices alongside innovative contemporary manufacturing techniques joined with the wit and rigour of designer-founder Foster. Tragically, Robert Foster was killed in a car accident in July 2016. Today, F!NK + Co. is spearheaded by his wife, Gretel Harrison. The company has continued to go from strength to strength as Gretel and her dedicated team builds on the legacy of Robert Foster. Obviously Robertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s death was devastating both personally and professionally, but that philosophy surges ahead under the watchful gaze of Gretal, who, for the past 18 months, has been heavily investing in new equipment and setting up new systems to improve the efficiencies and safety aspects of the business. They are focusing on improving tooling and streamlining production processes. She has employed more staff as Robert could do the work for 3 people! Gretel and her team are ensuring FINK can continue long into the future.

2. Seasons Vases small 17.5cm high$135, medium 22.5cm high $145, large 26cm high $155

Photographs: Maria Laitinen

1. The iconic Fink Water Jug from $350. (Pictured with Lime glassware from KN Industrie small tumbler $14, highball $20)

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INTERIOR INSPIRATION Adding curves to compliment or contrast clean straight lines is a trick to add some elegance and visual space in any room. Stylists use this little trick all the time. It can take away the boxy look often created by the sofa, shelving and rugs in a square room that we are often faced with. Soften the look, yet keep it modern with sculptural details like a feature vase - beautiful with or without the flowers.

1. Large Moon coffee table by Ethnicraft (previously known as Universo Positivo $1,150 2. Arguto Mixed 100% wool floor rug from Linie Design 170 x 240cm $998, 200 x 300cm $1,498 3. Lexon Conic clocks in metallics $89.90 4. Globe vase from AYTM from $55 5. Folded vase from Menu large $265 6. Balance vase set from Muuto $238

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ORIGINAL NORDIC 3.

Design House Stockholm is a publishing house for contemporary Scandinavian design. They credit their success to the way they work; in an extensive network of more than 60 independent designers, in the same way publishing houses work with authors. They collaborate with both new, up-and-coming talent and established names. Although the majority of their designers are from Scandinavia, Design House Stockholm work with designers from all over the world in order to find that special Scandinavian touch. 1. Wick Chair with metal legs $999 2. Knot cushion $199.90 3. Grow Terrarium L 24cm high $79.90, XL 32cm high $129.90 4. Pleece throw (140 x 170cm) $279.90 5. Nordic Candelabra 4 arm $159 (7 arm $249)

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Muuto Outline Armchair (88 x 84 x 71cm high) Fabric from $3,049 Leather $5,349

MUUTO STACKED White, dark grey and light grey | small $178 (backboard $218) medium $248 (backboard $268, door $338) large $288 (backboard $318) podium $408 Ash | small $188 (backboard $238), medium $258 (backboard $288, coloured backboard $308, door $358) large $318 (backboard $328) Podium $408 Sizes | small: 21.8 x 35 x 43.6cm high | medium: 43.6 x 35 x 43.6cm high large: 65.4 x 35 x 43.6cm high | podium: 131 x 35 x 20cm high

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the top3 | Dining Tables

DINING IN

No longer reserved just for meal time, look for dining tables that do double duty. The dining table is often far more than a place to have your family meal. For your work from home days, some evening online shopping or the kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; homework. 1. Muuto Under the Bell pendant light $Ă&#x2DC;82cm $1,235 2. Muuto 70/70 table from $2,195 - $3249 3. Skagerak Georg table 155 x 73cm $2,780 4. Menu Bottle Grinders, dark green, set of 2 $139.90 5. Plateau table for Go-Home from $2,848 6. Lunar chairs from Go-Home $799

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MADE BY PEN

Made By Pen is an exciting Melbourne-based design studio that creates original, architecturally inspired-products through a unique collaborative process.

edge. Helen Kontouris with the Field, a tiered re-invention of the static serving tray it incorporates movement akin to the ‘traditional’ lazy susan, and Jim HannonTan with the modular and versatile tray system that can be used in the bathroom, office, kitchen or entry-way, and Michael Ong with the Dog Room, an architecturally designed home for your pooch.

Partnering with Australia’s most passionate designers, architects, thinkers and inventors Pen’s vision is to boldly take Australian design to the global stage.

A brand to watch, Pen continues to create timeless pieces, their range inspired to make the places we work, live and play, more functional, beautiful and evolved.

Currently their stable of Australian designers includes Nick Rennie who has designed Oii, a wall-mounted mirror that cleverly houses a standard fire blanket, and the most recent addition, Sway, a portable, rechargeable lamp with flexible features giving it a playful

1+2. The Oii Fire blanket mirror blends form with function. The fire blanket incorporated into the design ensures it is easy to access in an emergency. Released via pulling the tabs on the reverse Ø49cm x 5cm deep gold or black $438.90 3. The Dog Room, ply or OSB, 46.4 x 54.8 x 54.2cm high $429 (indoor or protected outdoor use only)

AUSSIE GEMS I am sure you have discovered many of the Australian designers as you have flipped through this issue of #top3style. Here are just a couple more to add to the list! LEFT: Melbourne (and Sydney!) cushions by Melbourne-based designer Nicole Henriksen are made locally with environmentally friendly water based inks. 48 x 48cm $69 | RIGHT: Kink oil and vinegar bottles by Deb Jones from Adelaide-based Jam Factory are made using traditional hand-blown glass techniques. 32cm high $130, 23cm high $99

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PLAYFUL SWAY LAMP Playful, yet sophisticated, Sway lamp cops a punch. Sway by Nick Rennie and Made By Pen is the most recent object from the studio. A beautiful blend of technology, function and design, Sway contemporises the floor lamp. It is rechargeable, portable, indoor and outdoor and the globular base which teeters back and forth gives it an unexpected playful edge. 4. Sway Lamp $878. Pictured here in Terri Winterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s living room (founder of top3 by design) with Blacklist Love oak framed artwork 100 x 100cm $790, Missoni Sarthe cushion $530 and Pia Wallen Cross blanket, large $360.

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Made By Penâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collaboration with Adelaide- based designer Jim HannonTan has given rise to something like a miniature streetscape when the number of different interchangeable components are brought together. Linea is uniquely versatile, giving uniformity to mess. It can accommodate anything from pencils and paperclips, to soaps and sponges, making it well suited to living areas, the study, kitchen or bathroom.

Field by Helen Kontouris and Made By Pen, inspiration is born from the thousand-year-old history of agriculture carved into cultivated landscapes. From an aerial view, the natural timber grains represent the stratum forms of landscape terrains. The whirling tiers elicit an emotional response from the user, inviting a tradition of food sharing and bringing people together. 5. Field in oak or walnut 450 x 500mm long $349 5.

6. Linea by Jim Hannon-Tan is available with anodised aluminium with brass cups + marble tray (pictured) $159.50 or anodised aluminium with silicone cups + tray $121

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THE DUTCH TOUCH Puik represents contemporary Dutch design and their collection contains the best products by designers who are just as demanding as we are. The founders, Freek Claessen and Daan Gescher, always had a passion for art and design. And in 2012, inspired by the quality and the enthusiasm of Dutch designers, they decided to chase their dreams and start the company. Their devotion to form, shape and a commitment to creating something truly unique resulted in a diverse portfolio of design icons, which quickly found their way, (much to our joy) into Top3 stores.

Their unique design items come into their own, by using natural light and reflection, soft colour tones and transparent materials. The Puik products are a simple way to liven up your home, or spice up any workspace. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for your introduction into Dutch contemporary design, look no further than Puik. 1. Rare Carafe $88 and Radiant glasses (set of 2) $63 2. The Shunan table high $220 3. Shunan table low $278 4. Clork clock cork $126 5. Clork clock black cork $126

1. Skagerak Edge Teapot in terracotta $250 2. Sugar Bowl $68 3. Mug $25 4. Milk Jug $65

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TIME FOR TEA Tea has been an important beverage around the world for thousands of years. It has been a huge part of culture in countries around the globe. But tea isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just appreciated for its good taste, it also offers numerous health benefits. Being lower in caffeine than coffee you can be more alert, yet remain calm, tea hosts a wealth of antioxidants which are said to increase your lifespan and promote overall well-being, and reduce your risk of heart attack as well as being calorie free. Pour yourself a cup and enjoy the benefits.

NOT ALL TEAPOTS ARE CREATED EQUAL Tea, often thought of as being a quintessentially British drink, is easily the most consumed beverage in the entire world. People from all over the globe have enjoyed tea for thousands of yearsâ&#x20AC;Ś and rightfully so. It is a versatile beverage, comes in countless styles and flavours and can possess numerous health benefits. People have many theories and techniques when it comes to creating the perfect brew, but for Tea-purists, the pot is one of the most important aspects of the brewing process. When considering which to purchase, think if you want the pot to provide tea for formidable consumers like the family and/or guests, or if you simply need one that brews enough for just yourself.

5. Arne Jacobsen Cylinda-line teapot in stainless steel by Stelton $775, sugar bowl with lid $160, creamer $120 6. Marimekko Oiva 0.7L Teapot $109 with blue weather mug $28

Not all teapots are created equal. Drinking tea is a personal experience, make your tea time a treat with one you fall in love with every time you use it.

7. Marimekko rag rug teapot black dot 0.7L $125 with Marimekko crockery starting from $25 each

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FROM OVEN TO TABLE When you are really PREPARING a meal (not just throwing the meal together after work!) Relish in details with products that make preparing your meal a joy. 1. Aveva 100% wool trivets $48 each 2. Aveva 100% wool potholder $20 3. Klippa cutting boards from $199 4. Rosendahl storage jars with oak lids from $48 5. Sarpaneva Hotpot from Iittala $349 6. Aveva trivet runner $88 7. Witloft leather apron $279 8. Rosendahl Grand Cru cheese board $80 9. Eclipse Salad and sauce bowl from DOIY $64.90 10. Design Letters porcelain lunch plate $65 11. Eclipse serving platter with dip bowl $120 12. Malmo cutlery 24pc set $530 13. Design Letters Porcelain mugs $40 14. Design Letters porcelain bowl $60 15. Design Letters Porcelain Mug $40 with wooden lid $19 16. DOIY CheesePorn cheese board with magnetic brass serving set $69.90

Stelton stands for high-quality. We could leave it there, but like all emerging brands and designers, they too started somewhere.. After merging their two first names together, friends Stellan and Carton formed one of Denmark’s best-known design brands. Stelton Niels Stellan Høm and Carton Madelaire were army pals who joined forces more than 50 years ago to start a trading company. After trying their hand at sports shoes and furniture, they found that their business did not really take off until they heard about a small factory in Fårevejle, Denmark, called ‘Danish Stainless.’ Danish Stainless produced stainless steel tableware, which was very much in vogue in Denmark’s 1960s. Upon entering into an agreement with Danish Stainless, Stelton began marketing a stainless gravy boat that sold like hotcakes in Danish hardware stores and was also a massive hit on foreign shores. In the United States, Stelton products were the epitome of Danish Design and sold for high prices in top department stores and design boutiques.

When Peter Holmblad arrived at the company as the new managing director, he brought his far-reaching vision with him. New catalogues, packaging and graphic design all helped create a new brand and purpose. However, he was convinced that Stelton could only survive in a competitive landscape through new product design.

What did that look like? Peter approached his step-father Arne Jacobsen (perhaps Denmark’s greatest architect and designer ever) with a simple drawing of a teapot on a napkin during a family dinner. That was the starting point for Arne Jacobsen’s tableware design and after three years of intensive development, ‘Cylinda-line’ was launched in 1967. At that time, the cylindrical characteristic profile was avant-garde. Today the series is recognised as a symbol of classic, timeless style.

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A HISTORY OF DESIGN GREATNESS

Possibly the next significant triumph was the now classic EM77 Vacuum Jug by Eric Magnussen. Today the values of the company continue to pay tribute to Scandinavian design heritage, innovation, quality and the provocation of traditional design with releases like the Collar Series by Daniel Debiasi and Federico Sandri. Whilst being very contemporary Collar also has a significant nod to the craftsmanship of the past.

All of which means that Stelton is always at the forefront of innovation whilst always being grounded by its quest for high quality.

1. Collar sugar bowl $94.90 2. Collar Milk Jug $114.90 3. Collar Tea pot 0.7L $149.90 4. Collar Tea infuser $54.90 5. Arne Jacobsen Cylinda Line Teapot $775, creamer $120 and sugar bowl with lid $160 6. EM77 Magnussen Jug from $140 7. Collar Coffee Grinder $199.90, 8. Collar Cocktail Shaker $189.90

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If it’s been done before I don’t want to do it. Founder and Creative Director Sandy Chilewich.

ALL IN THE WEAVE With the introduction of her pioneering placemats in 2000, New York designer Sandy Chilewich changed how the world sets the table. Today her namesake company is a trusted resource for unique textiles ranging from rugs to wallcoverings that are as beautiful as they are functional. “Originality is our primary mission,” says Chilewich, a veteran entrepreneur who previously co-founded the hosiery company HUE. It’s this mindset that led her to imagine new possibilities for the extruded vinyl yarn she discovered while sourcing materials nearly twenty years ago. Developed for outdoor furniture, the material stood out for its strength, vivid colour, and adaptability. Chilewich immediately recognised its untapped

creative potential. “The durability of this extruded yarn, the intrinsic sheen of the material, its tremendous design versatility, and the fact that it is washable inspired me then and continues to inspire me today,” she says. Chilewich textiles combine innovative materials with an uncompromising process. Each season, the company’s designers and in-house weavers develop novel textiles and fresh palettes, creating hand-woven samples at the New York studio before sending them on to a familyowned mill in Alabama to create woven prototypes for the design team to review. Once perfected and woven, the textiles are shipped to their facility in Georgia to be cut to size, finished by hand, and transformed into enduring products for tables, floors, walls, and windows. In addition to homes, offices, hotels, and restaurants around the world, Chilewich designs can be found in the permanent collection of the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, in New York City. Meanwhile, at the company’s bright new Manhattan headquarters (which doubles as a gleaming showcase for iconic products and prototypes alike), the innovation continues.

Says Chilewich, “I am continually seeking new materials that combine beauty and functionality,” says Chilewich, “and searching for underutilised manufacturing processes that with design input can be modernised.” Stay clear of cheap imitations. Chilewich are made in America. 1. Kaleidoscope pink champagne (also available in black, brass and gun metal) $18.90 2. Glow tablemats in indigo $39.90 (also available in guava and orchid).

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NATUREâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GOODNESS How do you protect the environment and make your home even more beautiful?

LIND DNA turn scrap leather from the furniture and fashion industries into exclusive lifestyle and interior designs. The story of LIND DNA begins with the family Lindâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s discoveries of new opportunities with recycled leather. The unique recycled leather is today the bedrock of most of the LIND DNA designs. It provides outstanding physical characteristics and has proven to be not just decorative, but both water repellent, heat resistant, durable, and easy to clean. Production of their range in Denmark, use of natural and sustainable materials and impeccable quality combine with sheer passion for subtle design and killer craftsmanship. To create a tabletop brand striving to ensure a sustainable development and production process that respects the environment today and tomorrow.

1. Integrate the kids table setting with yours whilst keeping it fun for the kids with Nupo Bear or Nupo Cloud tablemats $29.90 each 2. Hotmat 24cm $39.90 3. Napkin Cover $69.90 4. Wooden bowl or curved coaster dish in oak or smoked oak $49.90 5+6. Nupo Curve large tablemats $39.90 each (Coasters from $7.90)

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MUUTO STACKED White, dark grey and light grey small $178 (backboard $218) medium $248 (backboard $268, door $338) large $288 (backboard $318) podium $408 Ash | small $188 (backboard $238) medium $258 (backboard $288 coloured backboard $308, door $358) large $318 (backboard $328) Podium $408 Sizes | small: 21.8 x 35 x 43.6cm high medium: 43.6 x 35 x 43.6cm high large: 65.4 x 35 x 43.6cm high podium: 131 x 35 x 20cm high Use the Stacked Configurator at stackedconfigurator.muuto.com and get the results to your inbox.

HEART OF THE HOME The statement that the kitchen is the heart of the home has never been more relevant than it is today. The kitchen in modern homes is not isolated from the rest of the household - it is the hub where we gather with family and friends. Where we prepare the meal, pour a glass of wine or oversee the homework session while unpacking the groceries. Take clues from your favourite bars or cafes to create an area that is raised with bar seating to ensure a truly social gathering. Then when friends and family arrive for dinner we can still be preparing the meal and enjoy a conversation and share a glass of wine without interruption to our preparations or have the awkward kitchen hovering of our guests. Add storage for the things that need to be nearby, like your favourite cookbooks, homework essentials or meaningful family objects to create a kitchen that looks great and functions superbly as the hub of the home. From homework to cocktails the home bar area will be your new favourite place to be. 1. Ambit pendant lights from $295 2. Muuto Nerd bar stools in oak, black and grey (65 or 75cm heights available) $775

PROBLEM > SOLUTION The team at Dreamfarm solve problems. Australian design team, Dreamfarm donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t design new shapes for old ideas. Instead, each and every product is an exercise in problem-solving perfection. Smelly garlic fingers? Too much effort to achieve perfect mash? Coffee waste disposal bin takes up too much bench space? Look no further for the solutions. 3. Multi-Award winning Garject $49.90 4. Smood potato/ avocado masher $29.90 5. Grindenstein grinds disposal bin $29

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ALESSI’S LOVE AFFAIR WITH AUSTRALIAN DESIGNERS Incredibly, second only to the number of Italian designers represented in the Alessi stable are... Australian designers.

Designer | Zaha Hadid

In fact, 14 have been represented within the collection over the lifetime of the company. Not bad for such a discerning brand. And, they continue to surge forward in their hunt for the very best Australian talent with the annual ‘Alessi Design Awards.’ Winners of the award not only get to work alongside an elite list of other Australian designers who have worked with the Italian giant, but are also invited to visit the Crusinallo plant in Omegna to see the facilities and their own product being made.

Zaha Hadid, founder of Zaha Hadid Architects, was the first woman to be awarded the Pritzker Architecture Prize (considered to be the Nobel Prize of architecture) in 2004 and is internationally known for both her theoretical and academic work. Each of her dynamic and innovative projects builds on over thirty years of revolutionary exploration and researching the interrelated fields of urbanism, architecture and design. Hadid’s interest lay in the rigorous interface between architecture, landscape and geology as her practice integrated natural topography and human-made systems, leading to experimentation with cutting-edge technologies. Such a process often results in unexpected and dynamic architectural forms.

According to founder Alberto Alessi, “A true design work must move people, convey emotions, bring back memories, surprise, and go against common thinking.” Furthermore, Alessi has been described as a “Dream Factory,” which uses its products to make people’s dreams come true, providing them with the cultural richness they seek. Having been founded in a workshop in 1921, working with brass and nickel silver sheet metal, the company has consistently stood out for its expertise and excellence in design. Naturally, the company has a strong bond with the traditions and cultural background of the Italian surroundings, but has also expanded its use of materials, working with metals, porcelain, glass, wood and plastic, and continues to be synonymous with creating products with a beautiful aesthetic and design, but also providing functional quality. 1. Forma cheese grater by Zaha Hadid $129 2. Trinity bowl by Adam Cornish $419 3. Arris clock by Adam Cornish $265 4. Antechinus cheese knife by Anita Dineen $66 5. Cohncave round basket by Susan Cohn $365 6. Roost egg cups by Adam Goodrum, set of 2 $49.90

Sadly Zaha Hadid died in March 2016.

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GIFT REGISTRIES AT TOP3 BY DESIGN

top3 by design offers a gift registry service for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions. Traditionally, wedding gifts were household items deemed necessary for a young couple to set up house. In reality, today, most couples already have an array of practical and beautiful things. Gifts, therefore, should not only be about stocking the basics of a house, but establishing a home that reflects your future lifestyle together.

Whilst your closest friends may have an idea of what that lifestyle is, most relatives are at a loss. So, if you are a modern couple, where both of you are equally concerned about entertaining in style, then you will be doing your family, friends, and yourself a favour, by setting up a wedding registry with top3 by design. The even better news is that from the moment your items are purchased, everything is taken care of for you, including complimentary gift wrapping and free standard delivery anywhere within Australia. 1. Speedy Tumblers, set of 6 $151, goblets, set of mixed colours $261, carafe $116 2. Bottle Grinders by Menu $139.90 a pair 3. Craft salt + pepper mills by Normann Copenhagen 18cm $140 each, 27cm $215 each 4. Mills from Ro: Denmark $115 each

Our gift to you Earn 5% of the total spend by your guests from your gift list as a giftcard

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BRING THE OUTDOORS IN When the weather just wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t allow us to sit outside, bring it all in, without compromising your interior space. Menu String Furniture and wire pots range really blurs the lines of indoor and outdoor furniture, finding itself just at home in the garden or the living room, giving you the freedom to have truly flexible indoor outdoor spaces. 1. Menu String Lounge chair, black or white $495 2. Menu Wire Pot stand series: (all parts sold separately to allow configurations as planter stands or tables. Wire Base 60cm high $139.90, Wire Base 40cm high $110, Wire Base 20cm high $85, Metal Pot (with drainage stopper) $139.90, Marble Table Top $225 (All available in black or white marble).

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INTRODUCING HOUSELAB Managing a home, renovation or the handover of a new build can be complicated. Email chains, document storage, calendars, contacts etc. Sit in numerous locations and the challenge has always been keeping everyone on the same page – but really, it doesn’t have to be a headache.

PLANT SOCIETY

Specifically tailored for those who create homes and the families that live in them, Houselab Launched in December 2017, and brings all these elements together under one digital roof – ensuring your next handover or renovation is simple and easy. Via a single digital platform the messy kitchen drawer of documents, warranties and manuals has been eradicated – freeing up dinner table conversation for homeowners.

Plants indoors improve our air quality and generally make a space feel more friendly and welcoming. Australian Design Cindy-Lee from Lightly has created a range that ensures you want your plants front and centre. With a distinctly modernist nod, we are in love. 1. Aveva felt planter pot covers with internal rubber lining from $29 - $50 2. Palm Springs planters from Lightly from $99 each

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The colder weather will see your darling dogs inside and looking for creature comforts. Don’t disappoint in the fur-baby stakes with designer accessories you won’t be embarrassed to have in the house.

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3. David Fussenegger dog beds and blankets, designed and made in Austria. Grey Nova pet bed 60 x 90cm $199 Grey dog pet blanket 70 x 90cm $65, 100 x 140cm $110 4. Spike jade leather collars from $36, Spike leather leash $49 5. Magisso porcelain dog bowl slows down eating for better digestion from $64.90

At the platform’s core is a simple dashboard that allows everyone involved in the design, construction and management process to communicate and upload relevant information with an intelligent handover process that transfers ownership of the project upon completion. Simply put, HouseLab is about reducing the clutter and making life simpler for everyone. www.houselab.com.au 6.

6. Indoor or outdoor Modernica Planters with Wooden legs from $350

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ALL YEAR ROUND GARDEN STYLE Give your garden a make-over with a few well-placed and practical accessories. 1. Garden Glory Diamond watering can $125 2. Black Swan hose $179 3. Hose mount $90 4. Hose nozzle, plastic $90 5. Garden spade $133.90 6. Basel letterbox by Kain Lucas $449 7. Garden glory hose $179 8. Laorus wall-mounted hose reel $495 9. Garden Glory Antler hose mount $525 10. Basil Bangs Chaplin beach/patio umbrella $450

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Between the Lines deckchair from Skagerak $1696, Footstool $499, Missoni Home Teo throw $986, DWL lanterns by Holmegaard from $80 - $415 Styling Terri Winter + Maria Laitinen | Photography and Styling Maria Laitinen

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GOT A BLUNT YET? FIGHT AGAINST THE UGLINESS 24 Bottles are a fresh team of designers, thinkers and doers based in Italy. Quoting Massimo Vignelli, they think that the life of a designer is a life of fight: fight against the ugliness. The repercussions of ugliness are endless. As citizens they feel bad every time they see waste and decay, like people throwing disposables away all around the planet. As designers they seek and provide solutions. With its name derived from the fact that the water will stay cool for 24 hours (and hot for 12), they came out with the idea of something sustainable, smart and stylish for those who care like they do. 24 Bottles last. They perform. They’re beautiful. The world is happy. The Urban Bottle 500ml $34.90, 1000ml $43.90, Clima (thermal) 500ml $59.90 Clima 850ml black or steel $69.90

A revolution in Umbrella Design. The team at Blunt abhor the idea that umbrellas are at the forefront of the throwaway culture. (And we whole-heartedly agree!) Blunt’s quest is to change the acceptance of built-in obsolescence and shoddy workmanship one BLUNT™ umbrella at a time. Putting it bluntly, their umbrellas are the single most significant advancement in umbrella design, in over a century... or even longer. Who really knows how long, but they are without doubt, the world’s best umbrellas - designed in New Zealand. The Blunt’s innovative design means the canopy will not tear at the tips or easily turn inside out. Collapsible XS Ø95cm $89, classic Ø120cm $109, XL Ø137cm $129

TRAVEL SMART The Ostrich pillow became a reality through Kickstarter.

THE BUSINESS BACKPACK + BRIEFCASE Live more and worry less with 3rd generation anti-theft features in this dual briefcase and backpack, like hidden zippers and an integrated anti-theft lock. The Bobby Bizz guarantees to cause pocket-pickers to scratch their heads in confusion and be totally unable to take or even reach your personal possessions.

With its ergonomic design, Ostrich Pillow Go provides maximum comfort and support for all neck sizes, with minimum product weight and volume. The perfect travel companion for your upcoming adventures. 335 grams and when coiled up. Ă&#x2DC;18cm approx x 15 high $89.90.

From the makers of the original Bobby Backpack comes the Bobby Bizz $169.90

Oi - the revolutionary bike bell from Knog. As seen on Kickstarter and winner of the Good Design Award 2016. A bell with a beautiful tone, but also a remarkable style and choice of materials that embodies a riderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personality. Small fits handlebar: 22.2mm. Large fits handlebar sizes 22mm - 31.8mm. $29.90

CABLE SMART Beyond Object create logical sculptures that serve the daily needs of organised and productive people. Penpo Desk Organiser $175, Cantili Tape dispenser, silver $168, brass or copper brass $190, Funno Pencil Sharpener silver $122, brass or copper $138, Lino letter knife, black or silver $99

No more messy powerboards and cables at the power point. The Bosign Hideaway is your cable chaos super hero! Place the powerboard inside, and only the single cable goes to outlet from the underside of the box. All others are neatly inside. No more cable chaos. Cables that will be connected to cell phones, computers or other electronic products run through a hole in the lid so you can easily grab them on the go. Pictured: Medium 45 x 18 x 17cm high $50 XL: 5 x 18 x 17cm high $79.90 XXL: 46 x 21.5 x 24.5cm high $119.90

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FOR PEOPLE WITH MOMENTUM Sennheiser’s MOMENTUM headphones bring professional audio to the everyday lifestyle.

Every set of MOMENTUM headphones echoes Sennheiser’s ambition to create that perfect sound. Featuring highgrade materials, flawless workmanship and innovative technology, they are a statement of an uncompromising passion for sound. Consider them a declaration of unconditional love for awesome audio whether you choose the wireless or wired version. These are headphones for people who follow their inner drive, for people who go further than others, people with MOMENTUM. The MOMENTUM’s high-quality materials like brushed stainless steel and the finest leather along with the trademarked MOMENTUM sound that is clear, richly detailed, and with a powerful bass, make these headphones the right choice for anyone unwilling to compromise on sound quality and style.

1+2. The delightful MOMENTUM Free is Sennheiser’s most compact Bluetooth headphone ever. Immaculate wireless hi-fi sound thanks to Bluetooth 4.2 and Qualcomm® apt-X™. With an integrated microphone, a six-hour battery life and a luxurious leather case, the MOMENTUM Free is the perfect companion for the mobile lifestyle. It communicates seamlessly with your mobile device thanks to a threebutton remote and high-quality in-line microphone between the earpieces. So, you can make phone calls and control music on the go with ease. For ultimate convenience, multi-connection with up to 2 devices at once and 3-way calling support are also provided. An intuitive system of voice prompts notifies you about the pairing or battery status. Momentum Free $329.90

3+4. The MOMENTUM Wireless - the perfect combination of refined style and high-quality sound. The world around you is cancelled out thanks to Sennheiser’s own hybrid active NoiseGard™ technology. It also features a battery life of up to 22 hours, plus a built-in microphone for making and receiving calls on the go. Featuring NFC technology to quickly pair Bluetooth devices, keeping you wire free, with clear enjoyable sound, thanks to Bluetooth® 4.0 standard. They are the ultimate travel companion. Momentum Wireless $699.90

1. Universo Positivo Hall Console in black or white $1,050 2. Watch me wall clock from Normann Copenhagen gets you out of the house on time $85

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MAKING AN ENTRANCE The area just inside your front door is the first glimpse guests have of your home when they arrive. Quite often this area also becomes the dumping ground for busy family life. One of the big mistakes we see people make is force new behaviour to â&#x20AC;&#x153;clean it upâ&#x20AC;?. Realistically the best solution is to modify the area to cater to your family needs. If shoes and bags need to stay there for quick and easy exit for the school run - then add hooks and storage boxes to keep them tidy. If you have kids, a designated space for each child gives them ownership, and helps keep it tidier. Adding a hall console is a great place to store keys or the mail as well as being an area that can be decorated with little vignettes of artwork, vases, treasured decorative objects gathered through your life journey. A lit candle in the entry is always a welcoming idea. Tidying up the entry area is not just for guests, feel the difference when you walk through the door after a busy day.

First impressions count. What is your home saying to guests when they arrive?

TIVOLI AUDIO ART SERIES The Tivoli Art Series. Made to elevate your listening experience and your home decor. Use them individually or hook them up to the App and control the all in party mode. The Model One Digital Radio with Bluetooth $449, The Orb $349, The Cube $299 Pictured with the Universo Positivo Spook stool $475

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MINDFUL OFFICE ESSENTIALS To maintain the best productivity in the office you need the best out of yourself. Look good, feel good. 1. Marble laptop sleeve from Wouf $79.90 2. Food flask from Black + Blum, olive $49.90 3. Terrazzo yoga mat from DOIY $59.90

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Botanica Boutique is an Australian company who specialise in object design for the style-conscious and those with (moderately) green fingers. If you have an appreciation for nature and the miniature world of terrariums, then you’ll almost certainly going to want to check this South Australian based design team’s offering. ‘Sanctuary’ is a small terrarium that captures the beauty of the rainforest by highlighting the intriguing and delicate miniature world of moss. ‘Sanctuary’ maintains a controlled environment, so no matter what your climate, you can be sure to watch nature flourish inside your home. ‘Sanctuary’ is 100% recyclable and a great gift alternative or simply to add touches of greenery to a home or office. If you’re super busy or maybe your house or apartment doesn’t have the space for lots of plants – don’t worry - these little guys are a perfect size and require little in the way of looking after.

GET ORGANISED The Muuto Folded Shelves keep things organised and at your fingertips 4. Large 95cm long $285 5. small 50cm long $169 6. Medium 62cm long $215

Botanica Boutique provides a choice of three different microclimates: Rainforest, Temperate and Arid. With a beautiful selection of bases in oak, walnut, marble, concrete and cork, there’s enough choice to keep both you and your plants happy. 7. Mossarium mini rainforest climate marble $69.90 (silicone $39.90, concrete $59.90) 8. Mossarium medium carrara marble $129.90 (concrete, $89.90, cork $89.90, oak $149.90) 9. Biodome from $189 10. Mossarium mini silicone grey $39.90

Plants improve your air quality for better concentration and productivity.

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THE PERFECT SELFIE Yes indeed. A bluetooth speaker with built-in selfie trigger. Don’t juggle your phone to get the perfect selfie. Established in 1992 by Renè Adda, Lexon is a French design company whose mission is to create simple and innovative accessories for modern life. Take, for example, their mini-bluetooth speaker, MINO, designed by Manuela Simonelli + Andrea Quaglio. comes with a ‘selfie trigger’ to make sure the photos you upload on social media are away on point. The MINO is a firm reiteration of the company mantra that is simply about making an object more enjoyable for its daily use. If you’re a self-confessed audiophile, can you really afford to be without this neat little gadget?

Now, whilst we appreciate that the technology has been around for some time now, it is an exceptional example of functional design, espousing a sleek, ultracontemporary aesthetic and one which includes a wide range of colours to choose from. It’s ideal for listening to your playlists, but also

1. Mino Bluetooth speaker with iphone camera trigger $49.90 1.

Light, time, sound and fragrance... Awaken the senses with the Miami Series.

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Although most well known for their bright and colourful functional daily objects, Lexon offers some elegant solutions in order to get your gadget fix. 2. The Lexon Terrace is portable bluetooth speaker with soft ambient LED light. Use Terrace indoor or out to set the mood along with your choice of tunes! You can also use the USB port to charge your phone whilst your Terrace is charged. $250 | The Miami Series follows the refined styling of the Terrace range. Metal mesh coupled with walnut timber. 3. Miami Time alarm clock $119.90 4. Miami Sound bluetooth speaker $179.90 5. Miami Scent USB ultrasonic aroma diffuser $149.90

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HOME OFFICE Where you sit down to work sets the tone for your productivity. Start with the right desk. Clean, simple and focused. A good start. The B-Desk from Universo Positivo is an ideal urban desk - compact and tidy. With the raised sides, the desk does not need to go against a wall. It is as beautiful from behind as in front and it conceals your work and papers from the room. A space for your cables in the back. 1. Available in black or white 100 x 45 x 84cm high (75 cm desk height) $990

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OFFICE SMARTS Generations of practical expertise combined with the fresh new thinking of a new generation. Konstantin Slawinski took over the management of the family business in the fourth generation. Practical household and office objects with purpose. 2+4. Bin in grey or white has bin inserts available in various colours to separate coffee cups and apple cores from your waste paper. Bin $48, insert $21. 3. The charging station provides a place to hide your cables and powerboards and a home for your gadgets to charge. Wall mountable. Powder coated metal with felt top 31.5 x 21 x 11.5cm $138

TOP3 BY DESIGN | Shop online top3.com.au | Phone 1300 867 333 | SYDNEY: 168 Willoughby Road, Crows Nest STORE ADDRESSES MELBOURNE: 658 Church Street, Richmond (Cremorne) | Emporium Melbourne, Level 3, 287NEED Lonsdale Street, CBD SOMEWHERE NEW CANBERRA STORE: Canberra Centre, Level 1, Monaro Mall (entry to precinct opp Apple) 148 Bunda Street, Canberra