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Mirror, mirror, on the wall – what are the best living room mirror ideas of them all?
Good news, you don’t have to travel through the looking glass to find out, as we’ve gathered a host of reflective inspiration for your living room ideas right here.
Adding a mirror to your living room is not only an aesthetic choice, it’s a practical one too that can work wonders for the proportions of the space.
‘Mirrors have long been a creative design tool of interior designers for their versatility and ability to make a statement in almost any room of the house,’ says Owen Pacey, founder of Renaissance London .
‘Mirrors are interesting art forms, in the way they play with dimension, reflection, truth and illusion, like the iconic hall in the Palace of Versailles, or the mirrored stairs through which Coco Chanel would watch her shop without being spied herself,’ says Martin Waller, founder of Andrew Martin .
Living room mirror ideas
Decorating with mirrors can make an enormous difference to a living room, whether it's small and dark or large and light-filled. From mirrored walls that make your space feel twice as big to contemporary silhouettes and rustic finishes, we asked the experts for their favorite living room mirror ideas and found some dazzling examples to reflect upon.
1. Make small living rooms feel bigger
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‘A well-positioned mirror transforms a [room] with its reflective powers to lighten and enlarge a space, coupled with the element of interesting design,’ says Pacey. When used carefully, a mirror can create the illusion of more space in the room, making its addition particularly impactful among small living room ideas.
‘Decorating with mirrors will make any space feel bigger, as they allow natural light to bounce around the room,’ explains Camilla Clarke, Creative Director at Albion Nord . ‘Hang a large mirror on a wall opposite a window, or very near one, to reflect the outdoors, broadening the feel of your room.
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This room goes all out with full wall mirrors that make the room feel almost twice as big, but smaller mirrors will also make a big difference.
2. Go full circle
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When choosing a shape for your living room mirror, consider keeping it modern with a perfect circle. Particularly if used with minimal framing, the on trend shape can make your mirror feel like a tunnel to a parallel world. While the choice can add a contemporary touch to any living room, it works especially well when used amid other mid-century modern living room ideas. In the 1930s West Village apartment of furniture guru Christine Retlev , a vintage Otto Schulz mirror is the perfect addition to the living room’s Scandinavian mid-century furniture.
3. Think about what you are reflecting
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Where you physically put your mirror is only half the story – you need to think about what is opposite it too.
‘In terms of placement, think about what you want to reflect,’ says Waller. ‘Through a mirror you can spot your favorite artwork from an unforeseen corner of the room, hang one opposite a window to bring the outside in or in a passageway as a keyhole for what the next room has in store.’
‘You can also try using a focal point and angling your mirrors towards it, which will give the illusion of depth,’ adds Clarke.
And what you reflect is important in terms of Feng Shui, too. The question of why you should hang mirrors over your fireplace in terms of this teaching is less focused on why it's a good idea – but what you should reflect. The experts suggest mirroring your garden or plants where possible, as this will complete the 'Creative Cycle' and promote a good energy in your room.
4. Bounce more light with bevelling
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It’s not just objects or spaces that mirrors reflect, but light too. ‘Mirrors reflect both natural and artificial light to make a room brighter during the day and night, so factor them into your small living room lighting ideas,’ says Clarke.
‘Depending on the style of the room and the wall space available, place the mirror opposite the natural light to reflect the outdoors in, this will make the room appear much lighter and brighter,’ adds Kagu Interiors founder Ben Stokes.
To further increase the impact of a mirror’s light reflecting abilities, choose a mirror with bevelling or angled planes – this will bounce light in multiple directions.
5. Antique mirrors double up as art
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Mirrors are to be looked at – but while your reflection is obviously the most dazzling sight in the vicinity, bear in mind that the frame can make a substantial visual impact too.
‘Antique and vintage mirrors have a dual purpose,’ says Pacey. ‘They act as pieces of art, while also dispersing light effectively around the room.’ An ornate frame can make for a stunning centerpiece to a living area. Use it either as part of a maximalist, antiques-packed scheme like in this decadent living room, or create a luxurious focal point amid a pared back design.
6. Bring in mirrored furniture
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Mirrors don’t only go on the wall – consider incorporating them into your living room furniture ideas too. ‘Incorporating glass tabletops will make it seem like there’s a more open flow,’ says Clarke. ‘You can also use mirrored cabinet doors to make spaces feel large and uncluttered.’
In this room, a full height cabinet is fitted with mirrored paneling, creating the illusion of another space beyond a screen. Using mirrored panels on smaller pieces of furniture will also make them feel less bulky, as well as serving to reflect light around the space.
7. Think big
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‘Don’t be afraid of scale when it comes to choosing your mirror,’ says Pacey.
‘Bigger is always better to instil more light and space in a room,’ adds Waller. ‘Like jewellery, spend more on a mirror as it can transform a space to sudden luxury.’
Adding a large mirror on the longer wall of a long living room is a good way to balance out the space and make the width feel bigger.
If hanging a very large (and very heavy) mirror feels daunting, embrace the on trend arrangement shown above. ‘Make a statement with an oversized mirror leant against the wall,’ says Stokes.
8. Flank your fireplace
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As you can see throughout many of these examples, placing a mirror over a fireplace is a popular move. It provides a focal point, while also making the top half of the room feel bigger – particularly helpful if a chimney breast sticks out significantly into the space.
Do, however, consider thinking a little differently. ‘A fireplace is an obvious place for a mirror but a pair either side or in alcoves also work well,’ says Pacey. This is demonstrated in this stylish living room, where a pair of mirrors serve to deepen the alcoves.
9. Go for gold
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Going for gold with your mirror choice adds a luxurious touch to a living room – and its a trick that works in any style.
While golden framed mirrors are traditionally associated with ornate, Rococo-like designs, the brass renaissance has championed the warm metallic across simpler, contemporary styles. In this living room, a statement mirror adds a large square gold frame in a subtly brushed finish to a modish circular mirror.
10. Create a warm aesthetic with a wood-framed mirror
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For gently cozy living room ideas, consider taking a more natural route with your mirror framing. ‘A wooden framed mirror works well to open up the living room,’ says Stokes. ‘The warming tones of the wood make the space feel welcoming, while the reflection tricks the eye into thinking the space is much larger.’
This choice works particularly well in neutral living rooms, as demonstrated in this inviting space.
11. Cluster up
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If one big mirror is too much, consider splitting a large mirror’s reflective power across multiple parts.
‘Group them together in pairs, trios or clusters to make an impressive wall feature,’ suggests Pacey. ‘Don’t concern yourself too much with finding exact duplicates as groups of the same era add more personality.’ Hang small mirrors unevenly to create a gallery wall effect, or create a slick statement with large matching mirrors, like in this very modern living room.
12. Get experimental with shape
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Circles, ovals and rectangles are all classically pleasing mirror shapes – but don’t be afraid to color outside the lines. Uneven, asymmetrical and positively weird shapes are a key contemporary mirror trend, so feel free to get a wiggle on. Look for mirrors with amorphous, globular shapes, or for slightly stretched versions of traditional shapes, like this bowed mirror.
13. Add rusticity with a tarnished mirror
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A tarnished mirror used to be a subject for sadness and a sign of a piece past it’s best – now, it’s a deliberate design feature.
Mirrors with speckled surfaces can be used with pride, working particularly well in slick, contemporary settings to add character, rusticity and texture to a space. In this room, largely white walls are punctuated by a black fireplace, black-framed mirror and a black tarnishing across the large reflective surface.
14. Maximize light with an oversized mirror
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To keep formal living room ideas feeling smart and sophisticated you can't go wrong with a large rectangular mirror. It also goes without saying that the larger the mirror, the more light you will reflect back into a space.
In this scheme by Albion Nord the large mirror helps balance the wide-span bi-folding doors on the adjacent wall and beautifully reflects the garden back into the room creating a transient work of art.
15. Brighten up a dark living room
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If you have a dark living room then a mirror is a quick and easy way to brighten the space.
Whether you love dark paint ideas or your room simply lacks light and is north facing, a mirror is a handy light-boosting solution.
Leaning a mirror on a mantel brings a laid-back look perfect for a bohemian living room but also has the practical benefit of being easier to move.
16. Lean a mirror as part of a styled table
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As well as being practical visual devices, mirrors can be beautiful decorative objects serving the same purpose as a work of art, especially when they boast beautiful texture such as this vintage mirror with foxed glass. Leaning a mirror is a lovely way to integrate them into a decorative display and is especially great if you're looking for ways to make your living room beautiful.
When you lean art or mirrors, rather than hanging them on the wall, 'you open up new possibilities for styling around them,' says Erica Davis, co-founder of Murus . 'Complement your artwork with interesting objects, plants, or even other pieces of art to create a scene that's beautiful and highly personal.
Leaning art is also perfect for the indecisive, as it allows you to move things from room to room if you fancy a change.'
17. Integrate a mirror into paneling
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If you are looking to create a traditional living room consider integrating a mirror into architectural paneling. Featuring a mirror fitted into ornate living room paneling, this space exudes elegance and Parisian grandeur.
18. Create an artful display
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Mirrors are a brilliant way to create a decorative focal point especially when clustered together in different sizes as demonstrated here in the home of Bee Osborn, interior designer and founder of Studio Osborn .
When decorating with mirrors don't feel you need to stick to the rectangle says Sue Jones, founder of Oka . 'You can create just as much impact with a sculptural mirror as you can with a piece of art, so I like to look for more unconventional shapes to make a real statement.
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Where should a mirror be placed in a living room?
If you have a fireplace, above the mantel is a clear candidate for housing a mirror, building upon a readymade centrepiece for the room (and also keeping it protected from anyone who might accidentally elbow it).
However, if you want to make the most of a mirror’s light reflecting qualities, place it somewhere where it will gather and emit lots of natural light, such as opposite or near a window. Likewise, consider what you want to reflect – if you have a much-loved piece of artwork on one wall, placing a mirror opposite it will mean you can enjoy it twice over.
How do you decorate a living room wall with a mirror?
In a living room, mirrors can be as big as you can manage. Choose a statement piece to act as a centerpiece to the room, or even go all out with a top-to-toe mirrored wall. Mirrors don’t need to be hung either – consider resting one on the mantelpiece, or even leaning a really large mirror on the floor.
Pick one in a shape and style that suits the design of the rest of your living room – for mid-century modern rooms, go circular, while traditionally styled spaces can handle a ornate, gold frame.
Ailis started out at British GQ, where a month of work experience turned into 18 months of working on all sorts of projects, writing about everything from motorsport to interiors, and helping to put together the GQ Food & Drink Awards. She then spent three years at the London Evening Standard, covering restaurants and bars. After a period of freelancing, writing about food, drink and homes for publications including Conde Nast Traveller, Luxury London and Departures, she started at Homes & Gardens as a Digital Writer, allowing her to fully indulge her love of good interior design. She is now a fully fledged food PR but still writes for Homes & Gardens as a contributing editor.
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You won't be able to look away.
By Medgina Saint-Elien
If your living room is beginning to look a little dull, a dazzling mirror might be just the thing to brighten it up. Bringing a beautiful mirror in your space will not only add interest to plain walls but actually help your living room appear larger than it is. Whether you lean towards a minimalist style but feel like your living room needs a little uplift, or have a bold, maximalist approach that you want to build upon, there's a mirror that will bring all eyes to your space for all of the right reasons. You can finally elevate existing decor without completely redecorating your living room. To help you reflect on what mirror suites your space best, we rounded up mesmerizing options inspired by some of our favorite House Beautiful interiors.
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Bring the Outside In
Ariene Bethea
This living room designed by Ariene Bethea has all of the right elements—color, texture, light, and balance. Go above and beyond with design by setting an accent mirror above your fireplace and near your windows instead. Opting for an animal-inspired mirror will bring the outside indoors in a clever fashion.
Browse chic mirrors at CB2, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Viper Polished Brass Round Wall Mirror, $499
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Go Big
Nanette Brown
Elevate a floor mirror that can serve as an extension of your fireplace to get the look of this built-in one by Nanette Brown. You can either achieve this by repainting your fireplace and mirror into a neutral color or finding a mirror wide enough to give an illusion that it was intentionally installed into your fireplace.
Browse chic mirrors at Crate&Barrel, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Solomon Ebonized Wood Floor Mirror, $899
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Go Vintage
Alison Victoria
Alison Victoria was wooed by this antique mantel salvaged from Architectural Accents and found a mirror fit to match its grandeur. The decorative details on this vintage anchored mirror reinvent the class Tudor arch, ensuring your space looks fresh.
Browse chic mirrors at Wayfair, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Hockman Accent Mirror by Astoria Grand, $489.99
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Distress It
Jonny Valiant
A distressed, stained mirror blends vintage and modern design when you choose a floor-length size.
If you don't have much light, setting this mirror beneath curtains will mimic a glass window.
Browse chic mirrors at Anthropologie, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Color-Washed Mirror, $1,798
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Add Royal Drama
Lisa Romerein
The mirror in this living room looks like it was plucked out of a Baroque palace. It's a period piece that makes a bold statement in a room with bare walls. The crest on the top is the crowned jewel of this living room.
Browse chic mirrors at Arhaus, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Amelie Wall Mirror in Gold, $699.
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Compliment Your Chandelier
Jae Joo
Searching for a way to make your chandelier the star of the show, but not overbearing? Jae Joo designed this small living room into a sight to behold by mixing a thin gold mirror with a scalloped chandelier.
It's a delicate pairing that will boast the gold finishes in your home with ease.
Browse chic mirrors at One Kings Lane, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Mayra Wall Mirror, $325
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Tame Vibrant Walls
Francesco Lagnese designed by Nick Olsen
The tactile textures of this black mirror settle the red fabric walls of this living room designed by Nick Olsen. Go for a large mirror to add to the opulence of your living room.
Browse chic mirrors at Perigold, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Palm Beach Mirror by Oomph, $3,700
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Play Up Your Decor
Thomas Kuoh designed by Emilie Munroe
A romantic scroll detailing along the frame of your mirror will give a glimpse of your personality.
If you're big on finding decorative accents that speak for themselves, a mirror will reflect your favorite pieces and hint that there's a lot more to come in your home—like in this space by Studio Munroe.
Browse chic mirrors at Lulu and Georgia, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Devereaux Mirror, $355
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Create an Illusion
Kingston Lafferty Design
This trippy living room designed by Kingston Lafferty has a wall-to-wall mirror that instantly doubles the size of a small nook. It's a clever way to maximize limited space and makes for a definite conversation starter for your guests.
Browse chic mirrors at Rejuvenation, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Arched Metal Framed Floor Mirror, $1,699
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Treat Your Trim
DAVID A.
LAND designed by Elizabeth Georgantas
Elizabeth Georgantas redesigned a historic Nantucket home with her family in mind. The vintage wood has cherry undertones that bring a welcoming warmth into your living room.
Browse chic mirrors at Pottery Barn, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Recycled Wood Frame Wall Mirror, $499
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Appreciate a Shattered Look
Tamsin Johnson Interiors
Arrange a row of glass mirrors along your living room walls for a glimmering pendant gallery. This space designed by Tamsin Johnson displays mirrors varying heights and sizes for a perfectly imperfect geometric layout.
Browse chic mirrors at Umbra, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Dima Diamond MirroR, $57
12
Go Green
Lisa Romerein
Don't shy away from color this year! Here's a unqiue way to introduce the ever-popular sage green hue into your space.
Instead of choosing one mirror, hang two alongside the muted green mirror on your fire place. The overall monochromatic vibe is soothing and design-forward.
Browse chic mirrors at Layla Grace, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Mirror in Jute by Jamie Young, $1,299.50
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Make It Full Circle
NICOLAS GOURGUECHON/Devin Kirk
Simple, classic, but not underwhelming, a round mirror is the eye of your living room. This living room designed by Jayson Home's director Devin Kirk has a beveled mirror that will add another dimension of depth.
Browse chic mirrors at OKA, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Juventa Bevelled Mirror, $295
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Grow Out of the Wall
Paul Raeside designed by Les Ensembliers
Here's an ornate floral mirror that makes an impact.
Place this nature adorned mirror near a massive bouquet of flowers to blend hard and soft finishes off of each other, like Les Ensembliers did here.
Browse chic mirrors at Fluer Home, and shop our pick below:
BUY NOW Palmette by Casa Branca x FLEUR, $3,575
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Mirror in the living room - models and nice decor ideas.
Beautiful interiors and design A mirror is a decorative and at the same time useful piece of furniture that can be found in almost any room. Often a mirror decorates the interior of the living room. At the same time, it can have a wide variety of shapes and designs, and various materials are used to finish the frame. In this article, we will look at beautiful and original models of mirrors, as well as share interesting ideas on how you can transform a living room with a mirror.
Designer mirror in the living room
The original design of the mirror in the living room will undoubtedly attract attention. Take a look at the exclusive Glance model from the famous Portuguese company Boca do Lobo: its shape resembles a water lily leaf, and a lovely golden ornament on the surface creates the effect of broken glass.
Round mirror for a minimalist interior
A round mirror looks very nice on the wall in a simple interior. They can decorate absolutely any area in the living room.
In our example, the mirror hangs above the sofa, but it would also be great for accenting a side table or chest of drawers. An empty wall decorated with a mirror immediately looks much more interesting.
Decorate the living room with a large mirror
This white wall mirror is perfect not only for modern decor, but also for vintage and shabby chic interiors. An additional zest is given by a large wooden frame, which creates a cozy atmosphere in the living room. A large mirror also serves a practical purpose: it almost doubles the size of a small space.
Large square mirror in the interior of the living room
Despite the modern design, this stunning and huge Birk mirror model from the Italian company Meridiani definitely exudes luxury and retro charm. The wooden frame, finished with leather, gives a rather restrained interior a special mood. Those wishing to decorate their living room with such a mirror can choose the appropriate size from three different options.
Bronze Mirror by Notre Monde is a decor idea for a vintage style interior
This mirror model is remarkable not only for its laconic and stylish design. This option will be in perfect harmony with antique decor items that are used in various interior styles. The metal frame of the mirror goes well with metal furniture. Undoubtedly, such a mirror model will create a stylish accent in the interior of the living room.
White mirror above the fireplace - stylish and elegant
Mirror and fireplace - another win-win combination of decor items in the living room. Often the wall above the fireplace is empty, so an interesting solution would be to place a mirror there. It doesn't matter if you hang it on the wall or just place it on the mantelpiece. In any case, such an idea will enliven the room.
We give the old window frame a second life
It is not necessary to spend a lot of money to get a beautiful mirror. The photo shows how to make an original mirror in the living room from an ordinary old window.
For these purposes, it is enough to purchase an inexpensive mirror, and then cut it to the desired size and shape and glue it to the back of the window frame. Everything ingenious is simple!
Wooden framed mirror
A large living room mirror always looks stylish and elegant, framed or not. The mirror in the photo has a very wide wooden frame and is leaning against the wall next to a cozy armchair. Thus, the floor mirror in the living room helps to visually zone the space.
Noble silver in the interior
This modern mirror from Deknudt Mirrors is called Topo Titan. Its unusual frame with wavy lines immediately catches the eye thanks to its glossy silver surface. In addition, the size of the mirror allows you to hang it on the wall in the living room without any problems.
Mirror Arrangement in Living Room
We often come across ideas on how to create a collage of photos or paintings to decorate the interior - so why not do the same with mirrors in the living room? The photo shows three mirror models from the Scandinavian design company Muuto.
The rounded corners of the mirrors remind us of retro style again. Also pay attention to different shades of glass, which create certain color accents on the wall.
Solar motifs for living room interior
Here is another interesting collage of wall mirrors in the living room interior. Their golden frames look like the rays of the sun, and the blue wall serves as a beautiful background, so that the whole composition resembles the vault of heaven. Try to combine round and oval mirrors of different sizes, and then your living room will sparkle with new colors!
Mirror shelves - an original find for living room decor
How do you like this idea from the Bontempi Casa factory - the Eidos mirror, which, as it were, is not quite a mirror? This model is made of two glass sections that can be used as shelves. Place such a mirror structure above the sofa - why not an ideal decoration for the interior of the living room?
Mirror above the sofa in the living room
An absolutely stunning idea for decorating a room is a floor-to-ceiling mirror.
It can be either a solid mirror surface or a model divided into several separate elements (as in the example in the photo). The more you choose a mirror for the living room, the better the effect of visually enlarging the room will be.
Mirror in gold frame
Another way to decorate the fireplace with a mirror. We advise you to choose a frame that will contrast with the color of the wall: in our case, the golden frame of the mirror goes well with the gray wall made of natural stone.
A modern mirror that will fit into almost any interior
The Mirage mirror by the Italian company Lema consists of several narrow elements set at different angles. This option is suitable for both modern interior design and traditional style, in which there are fashion trends.
Chest of drawers with a mirror surface
Instead of a classic mirror, furniture with a mirror surface can be used to decorate the living room. For example, take a look at the Cubric chest of drawers from the design factory Riflessi.
This option is in perfect harmony with the wall mirror and will successfully fit into the interior, which is dominated by geometric patterns.
Wardrobe with a mirror in the living room
Another variant of similar furniture in the living room is a large wardrobe or closet with a mirror, which will not only be a great place to store things, but also visually expand the space thanks to the mirror surface.
Round mirror with original frame
If you want to use the mirror in your living room only as a decorative element, choose a small model with an unusual frame. The Sprocket mirror from Kare Design successfully complements the interior of the room in terms of color. Also note that the frame itself is made from many small mirrors.
The Tryptic Mirrors by Ivar design firm
Three large mirrors make a stunning addition to the wall above the sofa. Wooden frames are in harmony with the floor and furniture, and the pattern created by this mirror composition emphasizes the modern style of the interior.
The mirrors in the living room reflect the daylight and create a cozy atmosphere. In the evening, this purpose is served by built-in lights above the mirrors.
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Mirrors decorate the house for its direct purpose and to decorate the living space, as they help to make maximum changes. For example, using a large mirror, you can successfully lengthen the hallway, raise the ceiling surface, or visually enlarge the hall.
Brief content of the article:
- Mirrors in the hall
- Main rules for arranging the hall with mirrors
- Hall design with mirrors
- Photo of mirrors in the living room
Mirrors in the hall
The main functions of the hall do not include the presence of a mirror in it, but using this detail you can create original visual effects that will be well reflected in the perception of the interior space as a whole.
Using mirrors in the hall, you can achieve the following unique visual changes:
- By placing a mirror on an elongated wall surface of a rectangular room, you can expand it several times;
- By arranging a mirror on a narrow wall surface of a rectangular room, you can create the feeling of a narrow endless space;
- Mirror on the wall surface, reflecting attractive objects, will help to create a rich interior;
- A mirrored ceiling surface will expand a narrow room in height;
- A Feng Shui mirror in a living room of a specific shape will create an incredible effect of an additional window or door opening.
Modern designers use these rules to create incredibly attractive interiors. Also, using a mirror surface, you can eliminate the unevenness of the room, drawing maximum attention through the looking glass.
At the same time, it is not easy to achieve such effects, since the laws of physics do not allow realizing what was planned in all cases.
It is important to use mirrors as carefully as possible, otherwise you may feel a certain tension from constant movement in the mirror.
The main rules for arranging a hall with mirrors
In order to be as comfortable as possible in a hall with mirrors, it is important to follow some rules when arranging them:
To visually enlarge a small space, it is important to decorate it in light shades, and the room should be filled with sunlight, as in dark rooms a mirror will steal free space.
It is undesirable for mirrors to be reflected in a small number of large objects, otherwise the room will look sloppy.
Placement of mirror elements on wall surfaces will create an incredible feeling of a labyrinth, which will negatively affect the psyche of the owners of the house.
Mirrors should not be placed on a high ceiling surface, as this can cause frequent dizziness.
Mirror surfaces placed against each other will create the so-called effect of an incredibly endless looking glass, which will not have the best effect on the emotions of homeowners.
In principle, a mirror with or without a frame is considered the thinnest tool in design, for this reason, before arranging it, it is necessary to correctly weigh each plus and minus of such a solution.
But if the owners have a certain taste and understand the essence of light reflection, then by means of a mirror it is possible to achieve truly incredible effects that can make the room original and unsurpassed.
Hall design with mirrors
In order for a wall mirror to fit into any interior space, it is necessary to choose the right frame.
Depending on the items in the room and the mood, the living room can be arranged as follows:
In a classic style design, it is not necessary to hang a mirror on a wall surface, as a large-sized mirror in a light, elegant frame can be leaned against the wall surface.
A frame made of wood elements will successfully fit into a country room.
Art Deco provides for incredible elegance, which is why the frame can decorate, as in the photo of the mirror in the living room in the catalog.
For hi-tech, both a mirror in a light frame and real structures made of mirror surfaces will be an ideal choice.
For minimalism, a simple light frame is suitable, which does not constrict, but maximizes the space.
Simply put, the scope for turning their ideas into reality is unlimited, so many craftsmen create frames, as well as decorate mirrors with their own hands from home materials, making original unique interior decorations.
- Mirror decoration on the wall above the sofa;
- Above the fireplace;
- On the front of the cabinet;
- On the wall between window openings.
However, you can successfully fit a mirror into the interior space at your discretion.
