Erica Murphy
Certified Interior Decorator | Founder & Creative Director of ELM Interiors
Meet Erica Murphy—founder, and the creative heartbeat of ELM Interiors.
As Creative Director, Erica doesn't just design spaces, she creates experiences. From mood boards to 3D renderings, she transforms ideas into interiors that feel polished, personal, and unforgettable.
Every detail-down to the last throw pillow or champagne flute-is carefully curated through her exclusive ELM Shop, making it easy for clients to step right into their dream lifestyle.
With a bold eye for style, a flair for storytelling, and a commitment to elevated living, Erica ensures each project reflects the ELM brand: sophisticated, stylish, and just the right amount of luxe. Think of her as your design bestie-bringing vision, personality, and a touch of "wow" to every space.
My story
Interior design and decorating has always been my first love. I studied Architecture and Interior Design in College. My College professor asked me, “What is your dream?” I replied: “To be an interior designer on HGTV!” but then, life had a change of course for me. I have always had an eye for design, decor, and will walk into a space and re-design the area in my mind, sounds crazy, I know, but if you are a creative, you get it! I have always had family, friends and some strangers tell me I have a talent in design, but I guess my original dream faded and I never took the leap of faith, until now. My passion has never left, my love for design has never left, it’s all in divine timing. My passion to help people and my passion for design are the reasons why I created Erica L. Murphy Interiors, it is my belief that everything comes around full circle — we are living life by design.
Memberships/Accreditations
Media Highlights — The ELM Journey, Featured
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Rent. Feature
We were named an expert in a Rent. article. Featured article: Home Office Makeover | Rent.
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Voyage Dallas Feature
Check out my feature, “Most Inspiring Stories” series in Voyage Dallas Magazine!
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Life & Business — Voyage Dallas
Read more about my journey so far — exploring Life & Business Feature on Voyage Dallas.
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SHOUTOUT DFW Feature
Check out my conversation with SHOUTOUT DFW about aspiring entrepreneurship.
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CanvasRebel: Ideas vs. Reality
Read more about my journey from creative idea to execution. How ideas become reality!
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Voyage Dallas: Rising Stars
I love sharing my story. I believe it is important to pursue what it is you truly love to do.
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Bold Journey Magazine Feature
Sharing the areas of knowledge that have been the most impactful on my journey.
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Canvas Rebel: Choosing a Name
Sharing the story behind how I came up with my business name and brand.
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Life & Work — Voyage Dallas
Inspiring stories series sharing my challenges along my business and creative journey.
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Bold Journey Magazine Feature
Sharing effective ways to Kick Imposter Syndrome to the Curb.
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Voyage Dallas: Meet Erica Murphy
My entrepreneur journey, challenges, about me and more.
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SHOUTOUT DFW: Meet Erica
My encouragement on whether to keep going, professional life and more.
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Bold Journey: Meet Erica Murphy
Sharing my story on optimism, journey of starting your own business and more.
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Voyage Dallas: Life, Lessons & Legacy
Sharing my story on life, lessons and legacy.
Words of design wisdom
“Not every person has the same kind of talents, so you discover what yours are and work with them. Don’t try to be me, or try to be Frank Lloyd Wright. Try to be yourself. You have to understand what drives people to design.”
-Frank Gehry, Architect and Designer