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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. […]
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 […]
First up in our artist area is the wonderful Gary Jackson and his outstanding hand painted advertising mirrors. These mirrors are all back painted by Gary with stunning results. The handmade frames are created by the artist from pine lengths which are rebated or shaped. Sometimes they will be put in a media blaster to […]
Join us on the 1st October from 12pm to 4pm as we celebrate the launch of our new website and the introduction of two new areas to the Emporium – Morris & Co. and The Independent artist area. Our first artist to be on display will be Gary Jackson and his stunning hand painted […]
We are running a competition for you to get your creative hat on and turn a doll into a creepy , scary , weird and wonderful doll. The person with best one (once your return them to us) will receive £100 OTSE vouchers with 3 runner up prizes of £50. All of the dolls will […]
On The Square Emporium are delighted to announce that we have achieved our Green Tourism Bronze Award. As On The Square Emporium primarily deal in antiques and vintage , it is part of our ethos to be green and find new homes for ‘unwanted items’ and to reduce the throwaway culture that exists in today’s […]
Prior to social media and digital marketing , many companies had to get creative with their marketing and these stunning mirrors provided bars and restaurants throughout the world with the perfect advertising keepsake to adorn their walls for years to come. Justin has done a quick video (really quick, almost like he’s sped up a […]
Furniture Oil A very common problem with antique furniture is surface scratches. To pay a furniture restorer to repair a scratch can be expensive. However, if you don’t want to restore your furniture to new, but just want to make it look nice again, there is a very simple solution: Furniture Oil. We use a […]
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 […]
We love to be involved with the local NI community and we try to promote local events and things to do close by to On The Square Emporium . If you are a local company and would like to be included in our upcoming blogs , send me an email to christopher@onthesquareemporium.com. Belfast Pride Festival […]
Our recent auction was a Titanic Success , with Original plans of the Titanic are to head to Australia after being snapped up at On The Square Auctions for almost £20,000. [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] A bit about the piece This is a rare piece – Original Titanic site navigation plans. They were found in a Harland and […]
Our ethos at On The Square Emporium is to breathe new life into antiques and vintage furniture , finding new homes and reducing the amount going to landfill. Our products can be used to provide sustainable interior design in your home with sustainable antiques. In addition we upcycle some of the items that come instore […]
We’re exhibiting at the Love Your Home Belfast Show from 17th June – 19th June at the Titanic Exhibition Centre. Our Stand no. is E40. Looking for vintage inspiration for your home , come along and chat with the guys on the day. We’re also sponsoring the café area! You can register for free tickets […]
We are extremely lucky to be showing the wonderful work of the Print Sisters in ReFound! The exhibition shows 6 archive prints, lovingly reproduced using digital printing and ethically sourced materials. Some designs are nearly 200 years old, but how relevant and beautiful they still today! Join us for a Q&A* with the PRINT~SISTERS ARCHIVE […]
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.
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
Belfast-based on the square emporium has evolved from supplying quirky antiques and urban salvage into full design & fitout, says co-owner and MD Justin lowry
The Spirit of Salvage: UK’s Thriving Reclamation Scene The UK salvage scene is experiencing a remarkable renaissance, with collectors, dealers, and enthusiasts embracing the beauty and sustainability of reclaimed materials. From Victorian window shutters to mid-century display cases, the demand for salvaged treasures has never been higher. We’re excited to share insights from the UK’s […]
Following a year of mayhem for all, On The Square Emporium are book-ending 2020 with a light-hearted poem.
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.
