Shop the Collection – The Carmen Sofa Collection

The Carmen Sofa is an impressive piece, build on a sturdy, solid wood frame that doesn’t compromise on style. Deep, foam-filled seats and a high cushioned backrest ensure comfort is a priority, while slightly angled armrests lend the piece a distinctive aesthetic. The soft and subtle shade on the fabric allows the Carmen sofa collection […]

Pantone Colour of the Year 2022 – Very Peri

IMAGE: PANTONE A new year is now well and truly underway as the last of us head back to work this morning. In the spirit of new beginnings, the American colour giant Pantone has announced their colour of the year and it’s a spritely, joyous shade they’ve dubbed “Very Peri,” How do the team at […]

Monday Mood Board: Glorious Gold

IMAGE: LIDIABERSANI Hands up who’s caught gold-fever? Opulent gold is going no-where in the style stake this year, in fact, the regal hue is even more popular than ever. Let’s take a look at how we’d style the shade at home… We love…golden details, like cushions and mirrors to add drama to a more neutral […]

The Ultimate Gift Guide for Furniture Lovers

Struggling to find great gifts from your friends and loved ones from an Irish company this year? Well, we’re here to help today. A piece of stylish, well-made furniture can last a lifetime and is a wonderfully thoughtful gift. Let’s take a closer look at some of the awesome pieces you can gift your loved […]

Black Friday Has Arrived! Shop the Best Bargains here.

It’s that time of year again, the Michael Murphy Home Furnishing Black Friday Sale has arrived! With huge savings across hundreds of lines, there’s no better place to shop for furniture. You can shop online or in-store over the duration of the sale. We’ve compiled a blog post of some of the best Black Friday […]

The Key Furniture Pieces You Need In Your Life

There’s no denying it, purchasing good quality furniture is a serious investment. These are pieces that will adorn your home for the next five to ten years at least, so it’s vital that you feel like you’re making the right choice. We’ve compiled a list of pieces that have stood the test of time and […]

Trend Report – Styling Glorious Gold

There’s no better way to give your home a quick, new season revamp than to introduce a new accent colour into the mix. In today’s blog post we’re sharing our top ways to style the colour gold in your home, one of the most popular accent shades for autumn 2020. We understand that at first […]

We’ve Had Some New Wall Art Land Online!

Choosing at least one piece of hanging art can create a welcome design focal point in your home as well as acting as a visual representation of your personal taste and personality. Here at Michael Murphy Home Furnishing, we firmly encourage artistic expression in the home. Proudly stocking several vibrantly painted canvases – complete with […]

Upgrade Your Living Room For Autumn With These Handy Tips

Did you know that one of the most searched terms on Google in relation to interiors is “living room styling tips,”? With so much information out there it can be tough to narrow down all the chit-chat and figure out exactly what style advice you should be following. We’ve waded through all the information we […]

Trend Report: The Best of Autumnal Shades

IMAGE: UNSPLASH Autumnal Shades There’s no doubt about it, we’re suckers for a crisp, autumnal colour palette. Burnt orange shades paired with deep, rich, mustards, mossy green hues and bright pops of teal for a more contemporary twist are some of our favourites. IMAGE: THEDESIGNCHASER We love how cosy an autumn colour palette can make […]

Trend Report: Pastels Aplenty!

IMAGE: FRESHHOME We may be in the final days of summer, but playful pastels are going nowhere for AW21. Pastel pinks, greens, blues and creams are a great way to brighten up your living space, especially in the darker months, so let’s take look at how we’d style these pastel coloured hues at home: We […]

Decorating for Autumn? Check Out Our Top Tips.

It’s that time of year again. The seasons are changing and it may also be time to give your home interiors an updated look and refresh for the months ahead. We’ve put together a list of some of our top tips to affordably update your decor. Get Cosy with Throws  IMAGE: ETSY Transform your home […]

Trend Report – Tasteful Taupe.

Our trend report series is back this week with a focus on what will be one of the most popular colours of the autumn-winter season. Taupe is typically described as warm-neutral and the word is used to describe a collection of hues from dark tan to a dusky brown. It’s a super versatile shade that […]

The Back to College Survival Kit!

Starting college is both an exciting and nerve-wracking time all at once for both parents and students alike, especially when it involves the new student moving out of home for the first time! We’ve found the best way to tackle those pre-college nerves is to make sure you’re as prepared as possible for all of […]

Let’s Talk Carpets and Flooring

Did you know that our Newbridge store is home to an extensive flooring department, with an expert team at the ready to assist you in kitting out your space? Choosing a new flooring option, especially carpet, can be complicated at best, what with so many variations and styles out there. We’ve put together a carpet […]

Style Your Living Room in 5 Easy Steps

Did you know that one of the most searched terms on Google is “living room styling tips,”? With so much information out there it can be tough to narrow down all the chit-chat and figure out exactly what style advice you should be following. We’ve waded through all the information we could get our hands […]

Don’t Make These Decorating Mistakes!

IMAGE: PUFIKHOMES Are you confident you’re making the most of your small space? It’s a lot easier to make mistakes when it comes to designing smaller spaces than you might think. There really is no one size fits all approach to working with limited floor space, but there are some golden rules to abide by […]

Shop the Look: The Alba Dining Collection

Curved edges, solid wood and a fresh finish define the Alba collection; complete with pencil-style grey metal legs. Fresh and uplifting with a retro-inspired, mid-century style, these pieces will add a bright touch to any space, pairing particularly well with a soft surrounding palette. Let’s take a closer look at the Alba dining collection:

Shop the Velvet Edit

There’s no better time to update your home decor than during a change in season. A fresh new look can make all the difference, especially as we head into the autumn-winter season. One of our favourite textures to introduce at this time of year is some luxurious velvet, so we’ve compiled a velvet edit for […]

Trend Report : Pretty in Pink

IMAGE: STYLEMOTIVATION There are very few shades around at the moment that are as popular, or indeed as versatile, as pink. With so many ways to style this sweet hue and so many shades to choose from, we’ve put together a guide on our top five ways to style pink at home. Balance it out.  […]