Trend Alert! Toile Wallpaper Is Making a Comeback

IMAGE: FABRICANDPAPER It may still feel like summer for most of you, but we’ve already spent most of August down a research rabbit hole trying to find all the best autumn/winter trends for you guys to try out at home, and we think we may have found the next big thing. Toile wallpaper!  The toile […]

Follow Friday – Amy Kim of Homey Oh My

We’re kicking off our new follow Friday series this week by featuring LA-based stylist and content creator, Amy Kim and her contemporary, monochrome-themed home. Kim founded her blog in September 2013 and dedicated it to “modern style, a love for minimal design, and simple ideas for creative living,” IMAGE: HOMEYOHMY Kim’s home is designed with […]

Spotlight On : The Henderson Collection

The Henderson collection is the ultimate representation of scandi-cool. The design is sleek and timeless, crafted from a sturdy solid oak that makes this collection a serious investment. Let’s take a closer look at the Henderson collection:   The Henderson Bed Frame – The Henderson Bed Frame’s main feature is the slatted headboard, which lends […]

Behind the Scenes: Take a Peek Inside Our Studio

When it comes to shooting our beautiful products, we want to be as innovative and ahead of the curve as possible. Creating beautiful, on-trend lifestyle images for our customers to peruse online is vital in helping them decide on the right piece for their home. “Creating the studio was something that we started just over […]

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 […]

Style Crush: We’re Head over Heels with Kate La Vie’s Interiors

It’s no secret by now that we spend way too much time perusing Pinterest and Instagram looking for the best #interiorinspo to share with you all. We can’t help it, we’re hooked, especially on all of the interior content created by Glasgow based blogger, Kate Spiers, a.k.a @katelavie Spiers describes her interior style as a […]

Celebrating 45 Years in Business

On the 21st of June 1974, in the then small, but bustling town of Newbridge, County Kildare, a young businessman, Michael Murphy and his sister Margaret, opened their first home furnishing store. A Wexford native, Michael wanted to bring stylish, high-quality furniture, designed and selected by the Murphy family, to families across Newbridge and beyond. […]

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 […]

Get the Look: The Ivy, Dublin

There are few venues that have opened their doors in Dublin City Centre that have been as lauded as the Ivy on Dawson Street. It’s opulent decor and luxurious surroundings, along with delicious food and tasty drinks, have wowed tourists and locals alike, making the Ivy one of the cities trendiest hot spots. IMAGE: THE […]

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 […]

Check out Our Top Picks from Our New Sofa Arrivals!

We’ve pretty much spent the last few weeks like kids in a sweet shop, salivating over some of the most splendid of our new arrivals. Can you really blame us? Working with exquisite furniture can be incredibly tempting. A stylish mix of both traditional and contemporary, we’ve gathered up some of our absolute favourites to […]

Marvellous Mid-Century Picks

Continuing on from yesterday’s blog about the ever-popular mid-century trend, we have for you today a selection of furniture from the Michael Murphy Mid-Century Collection. First up is the beautiful Hill Coffee Table from the Hill Living Collection, a dark wood coffee table with shelf that captures the attention of guests with its soft edges […]

Commiserations to Moorefield GAA on a Narrow Loss

Today is a bit of a sad day for us here at Michael Murphy Home Furnishing as local heroes Moorefield GAA were knocked out of the All-Ireland Senior Football Club Championship on Saturday after a very close match with Corofin. Moorefield looked to take the match after Corofin full forward Martin Farragher was sent off […]

Don’t Miss These Double Discount Offers!

Want to save some money on some incredible furniture? Why not avail of our fantastic Double Discount Sale offers and treat your home to some brand new, beautiful homewares. For instance, you could reinvigorate your living room with the Symbol 3 Seater Recliner and the Prisma Coffee Table. Or how about spicing up the humble […]

7 Questions to Ask When Buying Furniture

It’s always a good idea to find out as much as you can about a piece of furniture before buying it. With so many different styles, materials, finishes and coats available for various types of furniture, gaining insights about a potential purchase will help you decide if it truly is the right piece for your […]

IHIL Interview with Joe Murphy

Our very own Joe Murphy recently sat down with Ireland’s Homes Interiors and Living to discuss the brand and his commitment to designing high quality furniture. The following article appears in Ireland’s Homes Interiors and Living Feb 2018.  Established in 1974, Michael Murphy Home Furnishing is a destination store for all things for the home. […]

Beautiful Beds Now on Sale!

Welcome to another blog on the Michael Murphy Home Furnishing January Sale, this time with a special focus on some of the beautiful beds currently on sale. Our first pick is the Radcliff 6ft Bed Frame, a stunning solid wood bed frame that provides maximum support so you can sleep easy at night. If you’re […]