Top Ideas On How To Use Mirrors In Interior Design

“…Mirror, mirror on the wall…” True, a mirror might show you “the fairest of them all”, but vanity is not the only use it may serve. Mirrors have shown to offer excellent opportunities for improving and styling interior space, appearance and design. They are an incredibly adaptable design element that instantly adds glamor and appeal, while also boosting natural light and the overall interior ambiance.

This is only true, though, if you are smart about choosing the mirror’s proper design, frame and position. A well-chosen, strategically placed mirror is the solution any time when you wish to enhance interior light and space, give a sophisticated touch to your décor, or create a statement wall art design.

Discover here a few top ideas on how to “dress” interiors with reflecting items and make the most of mirrors.

Positioning Is Everything!

Placing the mirror in a correct location is key. Here are some ideas:

Facing the window: to catch, reflect and diffuse as much natural light as possible and to therefore boost overall lighting in the room;
By/near an adjacent window: best location to capture natural light and “see the truth”; wardrobe/walk-in closet mirror doors are a great option;
On the wall: hanging or leaning on, or standing in front of a wall, the mirror reflects the rest of the room and makes the space look bigger; also, adds textures and dynamics in the interior;
On the door: to enjoy all the benefits of a full-length mirror;
Among artificial light sources: reflects and diffuses the light from the light source (sconces, recessed lights, candles, etc.)
On shelves or a table: to highlight and provide a different looking point at various items.

Use Different Designs of Mirrors in Different Rooms

Like every other interior composition element, mirrors, too, play a role in creating the unique look of every room. And a significant one at that! Therefore, it is not a “small matter” choosing a mirror, for it needs to best match the overall interior design style. Here are some tips:

Posh it all up, using large, leaning or free-standing floor mirrors

Oversized floor mirrors provide a smart solution for making a small space appear larger and brighter. Placed in a suitable spot, standing or leaned against the wall, such a mirror fits perfectly in any interior, classic or contemporary. And while it may vary in design, size or shape, the large floor mirror never fails to create a stunning focal point in the room.

Here are a few amazing examples:

#1 Gold-framed leaning floor mirror

A full-length mirror will light up and visually enlarge the space of any room. Dress it in a golden frame, and you’ll be adding a touch of luxury and sophistication, too!

#2 Full-length, oversized arch mirror for bedroom

Ideal for bedrooms, walk-in closets or dressing rooms, where we most often need a full-size reflection, arch-shaped full-length mirrors also look extremely elegant, add a somewhat romantic feel, and complement quite well the other furniture items in the room.

#3 Full-length narrow mirror for tight spaces

Large standing mirrors are perfect to create the optical illusion of a much larger space. Even narrower designs, when placed at the correct spot, provide spacious views and successfully catch and reflect out natural light.

#4 Full-length wide leaning mirror in the living room

Either free standing or leaned against a wall, a wide full-length mirror in an elegant frame makes a stunning design element in the living room. Moreover, the entire room looks more spacious, brighter and cozier.

Round mirrors – the sophisticated choice for the entryway

Round mirrors have always had that charming, timeless design that never goes out of style. It is for their delicate, curved shape which adds a touch of softness and comfort, that they make the perfect choice for styling the home entryway. A round mirror makes an amazing focal element in the foyer, creating a soothing ambience to welcome home. And while the mirror size does matter, it is the frame that makes the actual statement. A black round mirror in a slim frame adds a classic and sophisticated look of the space, whether hanging on the wall alone or accompanied by sconces and wall decorations.

Irregular-shaped lighted mirrors to add unique ambience in entertaining areas

Irregular shaped mirrors in interior design have some enchanting, mystic vibe. And when these come in larger sizes and enhanced with incorporated or back lighting, they create an incredible illusion of a “portal” to some other world. A fascinating option for a gaming/entertainment room, isn’t it! Fantasy and Sci-fi apart, though, mirrors of irregular shapes, in any size, add unique ambience in any room of the contemporary residence. This striking, sleek design is a showstopper, either used alone as an eye-catching focal element in the room, or incorporated in an interior design project, like a gallery wall, a wall décor composition, etc.

LED-lighted mirror for a stylish bathroom

A mirror is among the top must-have elements any bathroom needs. And while its practical application is unquestionably classic, contemporary industry has found a way to introduce amazing new features that have turned the bathroom mirror into an outstanding state-of-the-art piece. High-end LED-lighted mirrors are an excellent example of these incredible achievements, where form meets function to both, compensate for insufficient lighting, as well as to create a sophisticated de-lux style in the bathroom.

Window mirrors for cozier vibe

Window mirrors are “the cherry on top” in mirror design. Following the shape and structure of a window, these mirrors have however a primarily aesthetic purpose and application. And they are so beautiful! Classically rectangular, romantically arched, or even whimsically round, when placed, window mirrors immediately change the ambience of the room, filling the space with light, texture and cozy vibe.

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