Mirrors play a significant role in the home. They come in varied shapes and sizes and are used for both practical and aesthetic purposes. Aside from being a means to see one's reflection, they also serve as decorative and artistic pieces that can light up any room.
When placed strategically, mirrors can immediately transform and upgrade a space. Need some ideas? Here are eight clever ways to work their magic.
1. Tiny room, big mirror
Mirrors are known to make small spaces appear and feel larger. In small congested rooms, mount a large mirror to create the illusion of space and lessen the feel of clutter. If you have less outdoor space, put a large mirror to a wall on your patio. One clever way to maximize this effect is to use mirror tiles as part of the wall rather than placing a framed one.
On windowless rooms, mirrors are also effective in creating an airy feel without having to place an actual window. This trick is often used by decorators when dressing up a room that is in the middle of the house.
2. Point your mirror at something interesting
When placing mirrors around the house, make sure that they reflect scenes worth looking at. Think of a mirror as a blank art canvas, especially the beautifully framed antique ones. Depending on its placement, a mirror can turn into a work of art by reflecting the rest of the room or the outdoors.
3. Place a mirror beside framed artworks
A mirror is inherently neutral and serves as a refreshing break from other framed art. This design trick enables you to avoid clutter when displaying multiple artworks. It also provides enough space for the viewer to appreciate each individual work.
4. Use mirrored furniture
Mirrored furniture is both practical and visually appealing. Mirrored chests and cabinets create the illusion that the furniture is floating or disappearing. Antique mirrored drawers and desks are best placed next to a wall to expand the space further.
5. Place a mirror on a window
Create opposing perspectives with a mirror on a window. A window allows you to look outside while a mirror reflects the inside. This works very well when the view on the outside is largely different from the indoors in terms of the styles and color schemes. A mirror on the window will create an illusion of a portal and is an interesting focal point in any space.
6. Use floor mirrors
Not just for dressing rooms, floor mirrors gives a sophisticated look. Casually tilt mirrors against a wall in your bedroom or living room to reflect light and add effortless luxury.
7. Hang different types of mirrors together
A chic way to dress up a wall is to do a mirror collage. Go gallery-style and place mirrors in different shapes and sizes together. You can also remove antique mirrors from their frames to give them a subtle, unified look. For more visual satisfaction, put the collage against a colored wall.
8. Use mirrors to cover unsightly areas
Tired of looking at that recessed storage cabinet? Conceal it with a hinged mirror! Not only will it cover an unattractive sight, it can serve as a functional piece as well.
There are so many other ways to style your home with mirrors. Feel free to experiment! You may be surprised with the wonders a mirror can do to your favorite space.
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