DIY This Weekend and Create Your Own Clipboard Wall

If you’ve followed our blog for a while, you’ll know that we love a new interior design trend and we’ve got the scoop on the latest one to take Pinterest by storm. An update on the traditional gallery wall, the clipboard wall is an awesome way to add some fun to your living space and […]

Sale Ends This Weekend – Shop the Velvet Bed Edit

Have you heard? Our sale is ending this weekend. Don’t miss out on your last chance to bag a Michael Murphy Home Furnishing bargain! We’ve got up to 60% off across a range of departments, from dining, bedding, living and more. Let’s take a closer look at some of our favourite sale picks amongst our […]

Shop the Room – The Corlette Collection

Super luxurious, the Corlette is crafted from sumptuous velvet and supported by four, needle-like gold legs. A distinctive, buttoned design lends the piece an old-world feel, ideal for mid-century inspired homes, or those that love a vintage theme. We love the richly contrasted green and gold shades, particularly paired with dark, moody hues. A vintage-inspired […]

Trend Report – the Tiny Home Craze

IMAGE- BIGMANTINYHOME Fancy owning your own home, mortgage-free and for as little as €45,000? Well, your dreams may well come true thanks to Cork-based builder JP Simpson and his new business, Big Man Tiny Homes. As the country grapples with a housing crisis, these tiny homes are in more demand than ever according to Simpson. […]

Take a Peek – Inside the Eclectic LA Home of Cara and Poppy Delevinge

IMAGE: AD  Did you know that supermodel sisters Cara and Poppy Delevinge share a Hollywood pad? The pair set up shop in LA late last year and transformed a discreetly tucked away townhouse into a home the sisters always dreamed of sharing. “The fact that they share a house at this point in their lives […]

Shop the Look – The Olivia Collection

Designed to suit smaller spaces, the Olivia Collection makes a subtle, stylish statement.  Available in a versatile, warm, cream colour that lends itself to most interior settings, the entire collection focuses on providing spacious storage, without compromising on design. The Olivia triple dressing mirror has a clean, deep cream painted finish, making it an incredibly […]

Sale Now On! Check out Our Top Picks

It’s that time of year again, our winter sale has arrived. EVERYTHING in-store and online has been reduced, from sofa collections to dining tables and so much more. Don’t miss out on your chance to pick up an exquisite piece of furniture and make sure to take a look at some of our top picks […]

Shop the Look: The Alaska Bedroom Collection

Stylish and sophisticated, the Alaska Bedroom Collection is an elegant addition to any home. A contemporary design across the range featuring curved edges, contrasting silver handles and a warm cream finish, the neutral tone of these pieces mean that they blend seamlessly within any interior setting The Alaska bedside locker is a sophisticated way to […]

Shop the Look – the Lauren Collection

The Lauren suite is one of our favourites right now, both chic and stylish with an air of retro-inspired elegance. The luxurious velvet finish makes this set a serious statement, whether you opt for the whole suite, or simply decide to go for a standalone piece to brighten up a room. Snuggle up on the […]

The Cosy Edit: Check out Our Must Have Pieces This Winter

There’s nothing we like better at this time of year than snuggling up at home on the couch with something festive playing on Netflix. We know we’re not the only ones! We’ve put together an edit of all our coziest furniture, accessories and more that would make the perfect addition to your home this winter. […]

Shop the Look: The Bermuda Collection

Designed without singular cushion or seat divides, this retro-inspired Bermuda sofa provides plenty of space and seating in the living room, without sacrificing an inch of style. The sturdy, solid frame interior takes on a square shape, buffered with plump, rounded cushions on the seat, back and sides – complete with tufted design. Tapered wooden […]

Our Private Sale Event Is Not to Be Missed!

This year we’re celebrating 45 years in business and to celebrate we’re throwing a Private Sale shopping event for our customers! Please allow us to extend an invitation to you, along with your friends and family to join us for this exclusive event on Friday, the 27th of September. Visit us in-store between 6 pm – […]

Design Focus: Scandi Style

IMAGE: FRESHHOME Let’s talk about Scandi style. It’s a design trend that’s going nowhere, but rather increasing in popularity as the years go by. Originating in the Nordic countries, Scandi style is an aesthetic that focuses on minimalism and functionality while still maintaining elements of beauty. It first rose to fame in the 1950s and […]

A Perfectly Pastel Home

We’re always on the lookout for interior inspiration here at Michael Murphy Home Furnishing and we have to say that Ilona Polcyn’s beautiful pastel home in The Netherlands is one of the prettiest abodes we’ve seen in recent weeks.   It features a soft pink pastel paint throughout, which results in a very calming and […]

Check Out This Beautiful Japanese-Inspired Home in London!

In need of some interior inspiration for your spring cleanout / makeover? The guys over at Apartment Therapy recently published an article about a beautiful Japanese-inspired home in London which should give you plenty of ideas as to what new elements you can introduce in your own home. Combining typical Victorian architecture with Japanese interior […]

Our Top Colourtrend Colours for Winter

Colourtrend is one of Ireland’s leading decorative paint brands and a reliable source of inspiration for new interior ideas, so much so that we included two Colourtrend paints in our latest shoot. Colourtrend has been producing top quality paints for more than 60 years now and is based in Celbridge, Co. Kildare. The company is […]

October’s Colours of the Month

October is a month of natural change; the leaves change colour, the nights get longer and the weather grows colder. As a result, it’s a perfect time of year to redecorate any room in your house in need of a spruce up. To assist with any redecorating plans you may have, we’ve complied a quick […]

Which Shade of White is Right for Your Home?

White is possibly the number one paint colour people choose for decorating their home. It brightens interior spaces and gives the impression of space, but it’s important to choose the right shade of white as certain shades can leave a room looking stark and bare. It’s also important to consider how much natural light the […]

I Dream of Green: Inspiration for Green Interiors

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 […]