A well-decorated mirror can make the most of a room's natural light, improve views, and expand a small space, but mirrors can also add more interest to a space. The key, of course, is to place the right mirror in the right place for the best chance of enhancing your decor.
“Mirrors are probably one of the most versatile accessories you can incorporate into your design plan,” says Helen Pett of home interiors brand Artteriors. “A great way to create the illusion of a larger space, mirrors can be used to reflect light in almost every room of your home. The light and color reflected from mirrors can have a big impact heading into winter. may be given.”
If you want to make the most of this versatile decor item, take a look at these designer-approved ideas to add even more impact to your bedroom, bathroom, hallway, or living room wall decor ideas.
Aditi Sharma Maheshwari
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Aditi is a residential writer and editor with several years of experience. Backed by expert insights, her articles offer suggestions aimed at helping readers choose the best home design. In this article, she spoke to top designers to understand how to decorate with mirrors.
10 ways to use mirrors to give your home a fresh look
1. Incorporate antique mirrors into your modern style
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Whether you're looking for a mirror for your bedroom or living room, you can't beat a good antique. Antique mirrors may blend naturally into older properties, but that doesn't mean you can't bring them into your home. More modern schemes too. In this plan by designer Chad Dorsey, ornate gold leaf mirrors bring luxury to the home's contemporary architecture, creating a beautiful balance between old and new.
“Antique or vintage mirrors serve a dual purpose: they act as works of art while also effectively distributing light throughout the room,” says Noorain Kapur, interior designer and founder of NKD. . 'The ornate frame makes a great centerpiece for your living area. Choosing gold will add a luxurious feel to your space, and this is a tip that can be used with any style. ”
2. Creating or breaking symmetry?
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Combining two or more mirrors can create atmosphere, unity, and symmetry in your home. If you like balance and want your home to look sharp and smart, an orderly arrangement of wall decorations and other items is the way to go.
These two hexagonal mirrors hang above a modern brutalist console table and create a more striking vignette than a single mirror. Lights hung between the mirrors also further emphasize the symmetrical look and help emphasize this bold decorative idea.
It's important to use identical mirrors to achieve a symmetrical look, but you can also break the symmetry by combining different shapes and styles for a more eclectic mirror trend.
3. Reflect what's interesting
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Mirrors can help create a focal point, but the mirror itself doesn't have to be a statement, and what it reflects can be too.
“Mirrors are an interesting art form because they play with dimension, reflection, truth and illusion,” says interior designer Martin Waller, founder of Andrew Martin. “When it comes to placement, think about what you want to reflect. Through the mirror, you can spotlight your favorite artwork placed in an unexpected corner of the room. Hang the mirror opposite the window. You can use it to bring in the outside scenery, or place it in a hallway and use it as a keyhole for storage in the next room.
This beautiful fireplace idea by Baxt Ingui Architects shows a large mantle mirror that mirrors this living room's satellite-style chandelier, doubling the impact this light fixture has on the room.
4. Use mirrors to destroy patterned walls
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Mirrors are a practical addition to any bedroom, but be sure to think creatively when placing them. They not only add functional value and decorative touches to a room, but they also help add depth and expand the aesthetic.
Want to break up a very decorative wallpaper? Try using a mirror. The circular shape lends peace to crowded walls, adds an element of reflection to a room, softens the visuals to a bright setting, and helps add layers to your wall decor.
5. Experiment with shapes
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Do you have a console table that needs to be spiced up? A flashy sunburst mirror on the wall above it will instantly liven up the entire arrangement. There are few decorative dilemmas that a good sunburst mirror can't solve. Don't have a big empty space above your headboard in your bedroom? Need something to fill that empty corner of your room? Wondering what to put above your TV? Wonder no more. A well-fixed sunburst mirror will help.
“Experimenting with shapes is great for interior design,” says Noorein. “Circles, ovals, and rectangles are all regular shapes, but there's no need to be afraid of uneven, asymmetrical, or odd shapes. In fact, these are key trends in modern mirrors, so give them a try.”
6. Add a mirror to your wardrobe to add depth to your room
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Mirrors in your bedroom not only look great, but they're also a great way to make a small space feel larger. One way to make the most of their reflective properties is to use fully mirrored wardrobes and doors. Mirrors reflect the floor and ceiling, making the space feel larger than it actually is.
Plus, there's nothing more convenient than a full-length mirror in your room. This allows you to stop, admire, reflect, and change your mind about the perfect outfit. These also add a little charm to your bedroom.
“Bespoke wardrobes offer a modern and stylish solution for adding a mirrored finish,” says Sharp's Rachel Hutchison. “Choosing a style of wardrobe door that incorporates a mirror can impact the aesthetics of your space, both through design details and its ability to make the space appear larger. A mirrored finish has the power to create the illusion of space, reflecting natural light into your bedroom and making the room appear larger than it actually is, creating a seamless aesthetic where attached furniture doesn't get in the way and walls recede. I will produce it.”
“When it comes to dressing rooms, the ultimate combination is double mirrors with strategically placed lighting to ensure overall appeal,” says Helen Pett of Artteriors. “Mirror materials and finishes enhance the look and feel of any space, introducing complete luxury or an understated detail.”
7. Choose larger pieces to make a statement.
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Mirrors come in all shapes and sizes, but oversized mirrors make a statement in modern living rooms. Fill an entire wall with sleek, modern pieces that maximize light, expand space, and further extend the boundaries of any space.
Ordering the perfect mirror isn't as difficult as it once was, as some retailers will customize the perfect size based on your desired height.
8. Decorate your niche with a mirror gallery
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An easy way to make a living room corner, bedroom seating nook, or other secondary space look and feel like a focal point is to add a mirror above it. Here, Studio DB's clever placement of three mirrors (with interestingly shaped frames) ties everything together.
Mirrors are always eye-catching, so this plan gives a lift to your living room daybed. To make the arrangement more eye-catching, try adjusting the spacing between the mirrors.
9. Put a mirror inside the display shelf
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The beauty and versatility of mirrors is that they don't have to be separate pieces. Adding these little beauties inside your storage units or shelves will give a solid unit a lift and a fresh look.
This is especially useful if you have a bulky storage unit in the living room of a small apartment. Small mirror elements within the unit reduce the feeling of crowding and claustrophobia in the room, making the unit appear bright and airy.
“We envisioned the TV room as an extension of the library and living room,” say husband and wife Justin Capco and Brittany Hart. “With that in mind, we wanted the library to open completely into the main living space. The views from this apartment are so great that we added mirrors behind the shelving units. Its reflective elements offer beautiful views of the city from all seating areas.
10. Don't ignore small and narrow spaces
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Let's be honest. How often do you think about the decoration of the hallway when caring for a large living room, bedroom or kitchen? But don't miss the chance to turn your narrow hallway into a small jewel box of your home.
Sure, this space may seem cramped, but that's when a mirror comes into play. If you love the look of a gallery wall, but aren't sure what to put in the frame, you can create an installation of framed mirrors that look like works of art for added effect. It brings light and visual space to a narrow and dark hallway. Otherwise, one long, horizontal mirror will suffice.
“A fun approach is to use mirrors as art and make an eye-catching statement by creating a mirror gallery wall. This not only adds visual interest, but also reflects your personal taste. You can incorporate different styles that you have created,” says Helen.
What kind of decoration should I put around the mirror?
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There are several ways to decorate around a mirror. First, creating a nice gallery wall by placing an asymmetrical mirror is a good way to extend the wall decor of the room.
Placing a console under a mirror and placing tall plants that are reflected in the mirror will help create a nice vignette. This is another idea for a small entrance. You can hang pictures around a mirror or wall plate, layer the setting with hanging macrame plants, or even place two sconces on either side of the mirror.