Style Crush: We’re Hooked on Sarah Awkisombe’s Interiors

IMAGE: SARAHAWKISOMBE We’re back with the latest post in our style crush series and this week we can’t tear our eyes away from the interiors created by UK-based blogger and stylist, Sarah Awkisombe. Sarah first began her blog nearly five years ago as she and her husband Jason moved into an art-deco style flat in […]

Trend Forecast : What to Expect This AW19

Can you feel it? Those cool, crisp, autumn days are fast approaching and with the change in weather, often comes a shift in our home interiors too. This transitional season is an ideal time to make some changes to your home decor and give your home a mini-makeover. We sat down with our CEO, Joe […]

Thinking About Downsizing? Read Our Top 5 Tips!

IMAGE: SHUTTERSTOCK Have you been thinking about downsizing? You’re not alone. A survey recently carried out by Dublin-based firm, Lotus Investments, has revealed that 74% of retirees would consider moving to a smaller home. In 2016, the Central Statistics Office counted 121,720 “empty nest” families – a family of married or cohabiting couples without children […]

Take a Peek: Inside Olivia Newton-John’s Country Farmhouse

IMAGE: TOPTENREALESTATE Olivia Newton-John, famed for playing the sweet and innocent Sandy Olsson in the film adaption of the hit musical, Grease, has put her plush Australian farmhouse on the market. Purchased in 1980 for $61,000, just two years after her role in Grease saw her shoot to fame, the home is a serious beauty, and […]

Take a Peek: Inside Elton John’s Contemporary Family Home

IMAGE: ARCHITECTURALDIGEST Who would pass up a chance to take a peek inside the home of pop royalty? Not us, that’s for sure. This week we’re exploring the LA home of Sir Elton John and his partner, film producer David Furnish. First purchased in 2017, the couple sought a family-friendly West Coast home where they […]

Spotlight On: The Wilton Bedroom Collection

The Wilton collection oozes luxury, with a beautifully painted grey exterior, and a light, bright wooden top, the Wilton range is a joy to style in any interior setting. Take a look at the collection in detail and all the wonderful ways we’d style it… The Wilton Bedframe With a lovely array of wooden headboard […]

Sophisticated Luxury – The Chesterfield Sofa

There’s no doubt about it, the Chesterfield suite is one of the most instantly recognisable pieces of furniture in the world. This stylish sofa has an aristocratic and stately origin, receiving its name from the 4th Earl of Chesterfield after he commissioned the suite from a designer for his home. Over the years there have […]

Sink into Comfort with Our Top 5 Sofa Beds

There are so many benefits to adding a stylish sofa bed to your living space. From entertaining lots of guests to unexpected over-night stays, our selection of luxurious sofa beds suits a variety of living spaces and interior settings. Let’s take a closer look at some of our most popular beds available… The Macy Sofa […]

Spotlight On: The Hill Living Collection

A striking collection of furniture, the Hill encapsulates a mid-century modern vibe that we just can’t get enough of right now. Let’s take a closer look at the collection… The Hill Nest of Tables The Hill Nest of Tables are crafted from a lovely oak, finished with a deep walnut stain which gives them an […]

Our Outlet Store: A Sneak Peek

There’s nothing we enjoy more than a good bargain; who doesn’t love discovering absolute gems at knock-down prices? That’s why a trip to our outlet store in Newbridge is always an absolute pleasure. With discounts of up to 80% on a range of sofas, armchairs, dining, beds, mattresses and carpets; a visit to the Michael […]

Monday Mood Board : Living Coral

IMAGE: INDEPENDENT.IE Did you know that coral is the official Pantone colour of 2019? They’ve described the bright, friendly shade as an “animating and life-affirming coral hue with a golden undertone that energises and enlivens with a softer edge” We’re big fans of summer tones right now, especially considering that our Irish summer is struggling […]

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 […]

Spotlight On Sale: the Viggo Collection

Our summer sale is well underway, with fabulous pieces available from across the collections at incredible prices. One collection we’re particularly loving is the Viggo. A truly stylish option for any interior setting. The multi-tonal finish of the chestnut wood combined with sharp design features such as brass, tapered legs and sharp white surrounds makes […]

Spotlight On: The Havana Dining Collection

The Havana dining collection channels an artistic, contemporary feel without compromising one iota on practicality. Multi-tonal acacia wood makes the pieces versatile and ideal for placing within any interior setting. Take a look at some of the beautiful pieces below and shop the look: The Havana Dining Table  With a solid frame of acacia wood […]

Style Alert: We’re Head over Heels for All Things Fringe

IMAGE: MARCIAMOORE We just love when a new interior trend pops up. We peruse Pinterest boards, devour interior magazines and mood boards like crazy until we’re well versed in exactly how we can incorporate this new trend into our homes. So what’s our latest obsession we hear you ask? Well, right now, we’re positively head […]

Game of Thrones Fan? Take a Look at These Westoros Inspired Interiors

IMAGE: GARDENCOLLAGE With many of us chomping at the bit to head home and sink our teeth into the final season of the smash-hit series, Game of Thrones , we couldn’t quite wait here in Michael Murphy HQ. We’ve spent all day thinking about how we can incorporate a little bit of Game of Thrones glamour […]

Mood Board: Modern Earth Tones

IMAGE: ITALIANBARK There’s no denying it, the surge of homeowners opting to include on-trend, earth tones in their homes over the last few months has us intrigued. Warm creams, terracottas, forest greens and natural browns feature heavily across the boards of Pinterest, as well as Instagram grids far and wide. Earth tones work well with […]

Steal Their Style: House and Home Magazine at the Ideal Home Show

The Permanent TSB Ideal Home Show kicks off today in the RDS, Simmonscourt, Dublin, and we are absolutely delighted to be supplying the furniture to the  House and Home crew to style and display at the event. If you’re planning on perusing the show this weekend, then a visit to the House and Home stand […]

Awards Season Has Arrived and Our Wexford Store Is a Winner

Awards season has arrived here at Michael Murphy HQ and we’re thrilled to announce that our wonderful team in Wexford have won at the South East Radio ‘Customer Excellence Awards’ for the second year running. On the night the team attended the awards in style and secured a second win in the Home Furnishing Store […]