Stories from the Emporium

2026 Interior Trends: Why Maximalism is Back with a Bang

It’s 2026, and interior fashion is all about style and sustainability, goodbye showroom furniture, hello pre-loved pieces. Your home should be a reflection of your unique personality, and this year’s key trends showcase warmth, natural textures, and a touch of nostalgia. With this in mind, we have refreshed our Christmas dining area to create a […]

Autumn Trends: Shifting Seasons Sustainably

Autumn is just around the corner – and autumn trends are already here! As the leaves change, you may feel the itch to change up your interior. At OTSE, we’re all about expressing individual style rather than following fast-furniture trends. However, we also believe it’s possible to take some inspiration from trends while remaining sustainable. […]

Cast Iron Baths: Why choose one?

Cast iron baths are an enduring staple of vintage-inspired homes. Built-in apron-fronted bathtubs may have taken over as the traditional choice for most homes, but who wants to be traditional? If you’re doing a bathroom refurb, these luxurious tubs are sure to tempt you. What is cast iron? Cast iron is a class of iron-carbon […]

Regencycore: Bridgerton Brought to Life

Dearest readers… The internet is abuzz with the latest gossip! The third season of Bridgerton aired to rave reviews, and now we can’t get enough of the Regencycore aesthetic. If you’re a Bridgerton fan, you know this aesthetic well. If you aren’t, worry not! On the Square Emporium is here to spill the details of […]

Vintage Decor for Modern Life

Introducing vintage decor into your home can be daunting. These days, trends move at the speed of light. Financial and time constraints mean people often choose convenience over beauty and longevity. You may think there is no room for vintage and antique items in your life, but that is not the case! With the help […]

Discover the World: Vintage Maps Blog- Unveiling Treasures of Cartographic History

Exploring the Past: Navigating Through Time with Old Maps: Discover Beautiful Vintage Maps In an age where GPS and digital maps dominate our navigation, there’s an undeniable charm and historical allure to old maps. These tangible artifacts not only represent geographic landscapes but also encapsulate stories of exploration, conquests, and the evolution of civilizations. At […]

Timeless Elegance: Your Mid-Century Shopping Guide at On The Square Emporium, Belfast

Welcome to On The Square Emporium’s Mid-Century Shopping Guide, where vintage charm meets modern sophistication. Step into a world where every piece tells a story and adds a touch of retro allure to your space. From iconic sunburst clocks to sleek walnut sideboards, we’ve curated a collection that celebrates the timeless elegance of mid-century design. […]

Antique Furniture Trends 2024: Why Vintage Style is Making a Comeback

Hey there, trendsetter! Have you ever wondered if antique furniture still rocks the socks off modern interior design? Well, hold onto your retro hats because we’re diving into the groovy world of vintage vibes and timeless treasures!  Picture this: You stroll into your pad, and there it is—a vintage floral couch that screams personality! Antique […]

ReFound Edit: THINK you might be HIPSTORIC?

THE GOOD THE BAD & THE UGLY – Taxidermy Art

Taxidermy Art is still a choice of many in their interior design. It adds a touch of nature, and a popular decorative accessory and is often seen hanging on walls, standing on shelves and placed in the centre of coffee tables. [row] [col span__sm=”12″] [ux_image id=”120682″ height=”35%”] [/col] [col span__sm=”12″] In part, thanks to shows […]

ReFound Edit : Down to Earth

The interiors watchers amongst you will be interested in the recent new colour trends being announced for 2023! There’s a down-to-earth feel brewing, bringing it all back to the natural world. Earthy tones of yellow-pigmented creams, grey-whites, wheaty beiges, mossy greens and dark browns are dominating many of the new palette ranges recently launched by […]

ReFound Edit: Reimaging with Reupholstery

Perfectly Imperfect, in every way – Reimaging with Reupholstery It’s hard to believe, but we have been collecting and upcycling vintage furniture for a decade! And now, more than ever it feels more relevant. Better for the environment than chucking it all out, not to mention the heritage aspect; old stuff tells a good story. […]

ReFound Edit: Decorating with Colour and Antiques

Decorating with Colour – Using antiques is a great way to achieve a colourful effect in your home. Age and patina bring texture, creating a softness and show beautiful colours aged by time. We tend not to worry about wear as a lovely weathered patina can be a lovely addition to a piece. Soften any […]

Vintage Style – A Place in the Sun

Create your own vintage oasis of garden calm with a few choice pieces, in even the smallest of spaces. Plants, wildflowers, succulents, and greenery of any kind is very much still in vogue as part of home interior styling. And all this greenery is perfect for creating a warm, comfortable, soft and calm space. Quick […]

‘Bricolage : Studies in pattern’

SAMPLER: Studies in pattern by Sinead Black, Bricolage Beautiful new quilt-works by local textile artist. Small, framed studies in quilt design and traditional stitching methods.

BUTTERFLIES & BEETLES – Leanne McCormack

ReFound launches a series of exhibitions in the new store! Leanne McCormick is the first artist/maker in this new series of exhibitions for REFOUND@OnTheSquare ReFound recently opened a concessions area within On The Square Emporium, with ethical and sustainable product lines. Upcycling is also a core element of the brand so you will find products and furniture that have been reimaged or redesigned in store also. Leanne McCormick's work

Vintage Style – Justin and Jill’s Home

The homeowners run upcycling shop ReFound and auction house On The Square Belfast so of course their family home is filled with vintage style and upcycled gems.

Vintage Style – Modular Kitchen Inspiration

Hi Vintage Clubbers! Check out this gorgeous kitchen sent in by one of our clients. So good, I had to share