When it comes to mirror trends, interior designers are going beyond the basics, transforming them from decorative pieces that serve a simple function to pieces of art that make a statement in their own right. From distinctive frames to unique colored glass mirrors, from antique-style pieces to modern, asymmetrical shapes, we have a wealth of beautiful styles, each bringing something new and interesting to your interiors.
Mirrors are a quick and easy addition to any room, reflecting light in a clever way to create the illusion of larger space, adding interest to walls and providing a functional purpose. To make sure your space counts in 2023, we asked designers about the latest interior design trends when choosing mirrors.
Oonah Turner
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Oonagh is a home and interiors editor and writer responsible for compiling trend reports across a variety of interior styles and stories. Focusing on decorative accessories, Oona used her list of contacts to find the latest fashions in the mirror.
What are the latest trends in mirrors?
We've identified the coolest mirror trends right now. Think asymmetrical shapes, new colors and wavy edge frames that add a pop of class to any room. For the latest mirror trends, scroll down to our mirror trends compilation.
1.Wave edge frame
(Image credit: Pablo Enriquez. Design: Tiffany Howell, Night Palm)
The curve is large at the moment. From curved sofas to softer curved edges on kitchen countertops and extending it to the popular wavy look seen in interiors, curves are certainly having their moment in the spotlight, and mirrors are taking the curve out of the phenomenon. There is no escape. We love this look by Night Palm at Tiffany Howell's Miami condo, designed for Jenna Covela, founder of jewelry brand Agent Her Nature.
The sandy cream and neutral color scheme means this room relies on texture and movement to create atmosphere, rather than pops of colour, and the mirror contributes greatly to this. The mirrored waves slightly mimic the waves of the ocean visible just outside the balcony, creating the look of a 1980s Miami party pad and appealing to broader trends in interior design from the mid-to-late 20th century. Leaning a full-length mirror against the wall creates a casual, understated yet chic feel.
2. Backlit mirror
(Image credit: Bartłomiej Senkowski. Design: Blackhaus Architects)
For a bit of a space-age vibe and a more contemporary feel, consider lighting up a ring around the mirror to create a halo effect, as seen in this Polish apartment bathroom by Blackhouse Architects please.
“The idea of this bathroom mirror was designed by me specifically for this particular bathroom,'' explains architecture firm Karol Czeplinski. The space is divided into two parts that emphasize the large tile arrangement, and the lighting brings it all together. Mirrors are both practical and aesthetic,” she explains.
Backlit mirrors have proven popular in bathrooms as they add a soft glow to your face as you go about your daily life. When it comes to regular light bulbs, LED backlit mirrors are more energy efficient compared to primary lighting sources, which may be another factor behind the trend.
3. Vintage and antique style
(Image credit: Rupert Bevan)
Antique mirrors have long been a popular mirror trend, and the look is still here to bring a vintage feel to your home and give it a little retro charm.
Designed by furniture designer Rupert Bevan, this Lucien Miller piece has a mid-century feel with a wooden frame and green glass rim. “With its fumed oak frame and delicate green edging, Lucien's mirror is made from the finest materials,” explains Rupert.
Green cathedral glass frames a central panel of lightly distressed mirrored glass. Handcrafted in our Shropshire workshop, the colored cathedral glass rim, antique mirrored glass center and fumed oak frame express the individuality and artisanal quality our clients are looking for,” explains Rupert. Masu.
When displaying antique mirrors, think carefully about where you will use them. It's not ideal for a functional space like a bathroom, but it's great for adding personality as a decorative piece.
4. Colored glass mirror
(Image credit: Giovanni Botticelli)
Colored glass mirrors are all the rage, and the use of stained glass with an Art Deco touch adds an extra layer of charm to the common glass reflective material.
“Mirrors tend to be hand-blown or colored glass to preserve their individuality,” says Rupert Bevan. “Colored glass is becoming more popular as customers move away from off-white and embrace color again. It's more decorative, can add clean light to a room, and has more intrinsic value than regular mirrored glass. there is.”
Colored glass is usually hand-blown, which limits its size. Color pigments are added to glass during the melting stage of glass manufacturing. A colored mirror is made by plating colored glass with silver.
So what color trends are we seeing in the mirror right now? “The popular colors I see in colored glass right now are pink and green,” Rupert adds.
5. Artistic frame
(Image credit: Pablo Enriquez. Design: Tiffany Howell, Night Palm)
The same way you frame your artwork and use mirrors to create a statement from something that is often overlooked. In this case, Night Palm's Tiffany Howell's intricate frame designed to look like two interlocking feathers is a true work of art, adding personality to a neutral color scheme.
6. Asymmetrical shape
(Image credit: Derek Shapton. Design: Barbara Vokac Taylor)
Not only in the shape of mirrors, but in all aspects of the house, we use irregular shapes, uneven and asymmetrical shapes. “Asymmetrical mirrors are on the rise and have quickly become the latest must-have home accessory,” say Jen and Ma of Interior Fox.
“We are seeing a trend towards organically shaped homewares as people want to bring calmness into their homes.”
This bathroom, designed by Barbara Vokac Taylor, embraces this organic, modern style. “I felt the rectangular mirror was too hard,” says Barbara. “Sculptural shapes add a delicate, elegant energy to a space,” she adds.
7. Architectural mirror
(Image credit: Stephen Kent Johnson. Design: Ries Hayes, 1stDibs 50)
Finally, the mirror trend is to think outside the box. Hang mirror panels on the walls and extend them from the floor to the ceiling. This example by Reece Hayes Interiors makes a real statement in the living room or an interesting modern fireplace across the chimney breast. idea.
Floor-to-ceiling length mirrors can really create the illusion of space, reflect light beautifully to enhance your plans, and add a little drama to a boring room. Consider how you will organize the architectural elements of the room, such as the chimney or fireplace.
Where should I hang a mirror in my house?
Hanging a mirror is a kind of art. Strategically placing mirrors where the light hits them naturally is one of the oldest, but best interior tricks in the book. Enhances natural light and makes rooms appear larger and brighter.
“Carefully placing a mirror on the opposite side of a window can reflect natural light and greenery into a small room, bringing in an outdoor feel,” advise Jen and Mar.
Another way to hang mirrors is to group them together. “Grouping mirrors creates a feeling of more space and allows light to bounce around the room. Using mirrors of different sizes improves planning and creates points of interest in the room.” This technique is especially effective on large open walls, such as living rooms, narrow hallways, and table tops.
Finally, proportion is important when hanging mirrors. There should be enough distance between the ceiling and the furniture, and if grouped, there should be equal space between each mirror.