Every well-designed home should have a mirror—or several, since the designs and functions of mirrors really run the gamut. Some are purely for checking your “selfie” out, others predominantly bounce light around, and there’s a whole class that seems purely for decoration, due to their unique finish.
Mirrors can either recede into a room or become a strong visual statement depending on placement, scale and what they reflect. The most successful placements intentionally return light, architecture or an attractive view instead of reflecting clutter.
Use mirrors deliberately
Avoid placing a mirror simply to fill an empty wall. First check the reflected view. A mirror should enhance the room, brighten it, or reinforce an intentional focal point.
Make a mirror a focal point
Large upright and floating mirrors can dress up a room, particularly dressing areas and corners. Lighting placed thoughtfully around or behind the mirror can strengthen the effect and create a soft architectural glow.
Use mirrors to expand visual space
A broad mirror can visually break up a solid wall and give compact rooms a greater sense of depth. In bathrooms, a generous vanity mirror can reflect more light and make the space feel larger while remaining practical for daily use.
Sea Of Glass & Mirrors can help evaluate placement, scale and installation so the mirror supports the room instead of simply occupying wall space.