Stories from the Emporium

News • Aug 16, 2022

On The Square Go Green – Bronze Award

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 […]

News • Aug 10, 2022

Advertising Mirrors! Antique , Vintage or Repro?

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 […]

Hints and Tips • Aug 4, 2022

Furniture Oil – How to use effectively?

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 […]

Home Interior • Jul 25, 2022

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 […]

News • Jul 25, 2022

What’s On Near the Emporium?

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 […]

News • Jun 30, 2022

A Titanic Success for On The Square Auctions

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 […]

Sustainability • Jun 30, 2022

Sustainable Antiques – Why?

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 […]

Exhibitions • Jun 10, 2022

We’re Exhibiting at the Love Your Home Show Belfast

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 […]

Exhibitions • May 16, 2022

Print Sisters Exhibition of Archived Textile Designs

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 […]

Exhibitions • Sep 23, 2021

‘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.

Exhibitions • Jun 15, 2021

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

Commercial Projects • Apr 30, 2021

Squaring The Circle – Fit Out

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

News • Apr 21, 2021

Spirit of Salvage Collections – UK

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 […]

News • Dec 24, 2020

A Rhyme of Plenty to End 2020

Following a year of mayhem for all, On The Square Emporium are book-ending 2020 with a light-hearted poem.

Home Interior • Oct 10, 2020

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.

TV & Film • Oct 28, 2019

Money For Nothing – Sarah Moore

Although we didn’t get actually meet Sarah Moore – we enjoyed being part of the show! There was some haggling over the up cycled wares they had on offer, but you can see these in store/ online for as long as we have them!

Commercial Projects • Oct 23, 2019

When Old is Gold… Commercial Fit Out

As the golden age of the food & drink industry seems to be increasing, we have been working throughout Ireland with new restaurants, bars and distilleries.

Home Interior • Sep 30, 2019

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

TV & Film • Apr 4, 2019

Antiques Roadtrip visits the Emporium!

Last month we had David & Ru from the BBC’s Antique Roadtrip pop in for some filming for the next series which will air in September.

TV & Film • Jun 15, 2015

Drew Pritchard (Salvage Hunters) visits OTSE

“If I lived nearby, I would be in here every day, The volume of stock that they have coming into the loading is phenomenal” Drew Pritchard (Salvage Hunters) On The Square Emporium featured on the popular programme Salvage Hunters with Drew Pritchard for the first time in 2015. This episode was Drew’s first trip to […]