Looking for tricks and tips to make your living room appear larger than it really is? Well you’re in good luck, as today’s blog compiles some of the smartest tricks you can employ to visually extend your living room! Centre Pieces: Add extra depth to a living room by directing furniture towards the main piece […]
Welcome to the second part of our blog covering the top tips you can use to keep your rug looking and smelling fresher for longer. Don’t forget to check out part one for some handy tips about what to do when you first receive your new rug. Spills: It’s vital you treat any spills as […]
It’s easy to take rugs for granted and forget that as with every other item in our house they require care and attention if they are to stay in optimum condition. These handy tips for taking care of your rug will help to keep it looking, feeling and smelling newer for longer. Remember to check […]
While most of us homeowners take great pride in keeping our abodes as clean as our kids and pets will let us, there is one element of our interiors we could probably remember to clean more often: the upholstery. Whether you possess a single sofa, a whole suite of living room furniture or live in […]
The second of this week’s pieces on key looks for the upcoming AW17 season details Scandinese, a beautiful interior style inspired by the minimalist outlook of both Scandinavian and Japanese design. A cool, crisp and clean trend, Scandinese (aka Japandi) calls for sleek but simplistic furniture and a decluttered environment. Greys, creams and wooden finishes […]
The very latest homeware trends report from Pinterest is packed with brilliant ideas for interior design, some of which you may have not predicted! As one of the biggest image-sharing platforms on the Internet, Pinterest provides users with access to an almost unlimited catalogue of inspirational décors. Today’s blog gives a quick rundown of our […]
It appears that the Irish summer has decided to hightail for another year and while we’re a little sad it couldn’t stick around for longer it does present to us the perfect opportunity to introduce one of the key looks for the AW17 season: Noir. Inspired by deep dark colours and parquet designs, Noir is […]
Instagram is fast proving to be one of the best places to search for interior design inspiration, such much so that an increasing number of respected interior publications and designers are referencing some of the great trends they’ve found on the app. Homes & Property is one such publication to do so, and recently published […]
A recently published article from the always fabulous Dezeen confirms something many of us have been patiently longing for: the 1970s are back in style. Now before you go fishing out your flares from the wardrobe please be aware that we’re talking about 1970s interiors, which typically feature simple furniture and homewares offset by eye-catching […]
The colour green is associated with positive properties such as peace, harmony and balance, and can be used to bring about a sense of calm in even the most energetic households. You can use green paints and furnishings to recreate the serenity of the natural world in your very own home, imbuing your living space […]
A well-made bookcase is a wonderful addition to any home and can be used to increase the aesthetic pleasure of your living spaces. However, in order to fully take advantage of a bookcase’s simple but effective visual appeal, it’s essential you take the following steps: Organise to your eye’s desire: Make sure you organise your […]
As you can probably tell from last week’s post on Gail’s Rails, there’s nothing more we here at Michael Murphy love than seeing our beautiful furniture and homeware products put to good use! Today we have a very special blog about the Coast Kilmore Quay Hotel in Wexford and the furniture we supplied to this […]
For those of you not in the know, Gail’s Rails is an amazing fashion blogger and highly recommended personal stylist based in Kilcullen, Co. Kildare. Gail recently uploaded a video showcasing some of the wonderful furniture she keeps in her bedroom, and lo and behold we spotted a few pieces from Michael Murphy! Check out […]
As one of the world’s biggest photo sharing apps, Instagram is chock-a-block full of inspirational images depicting incredible interiors and today’s blog rounds up some of the top interiors Instagram accounts you should be following right now! @gaffinteriors GAFF Interiors is an Irish digital publication run by Caroline Foran and Jo Linehan. Their wonderful Instagram […]
When it comes to interior decorating, never be afraid to experiment with dark colours. Many homeowners prefer to use bright paint colours as these often give the visual impression of added space, but dark interior paints can add a classy and cosy touch to your home. Darker paint shades can also make a home feel […]
A good night’s sleep in freshly cleaned bed sheets is without a doubt one of life’s most wonderful pleasures, but exactly how often should we change our sheets? While some of us like to change our bed sheets regularly, others prefer to wait a while before cleaning their linen. However, a recent article from Business […]
