Skip to content

How to master the magic of decorating with mirror

Mirrors are a versatile decorative element that can fit with any decor style and multiply a room’s best features. They exude glamour and sophistication, lifting a room to instant luxe for very little effort. Have a blank wall to fill? A large decorative mirroris an excellent alternative to art.

VISUAL TRICKERY

Mirrors create the illusion of space, adding light, depth, decoration and drama. Mirrors can change the architecture (just like colour can) by extending the line of sight, or by creating a mirror image – effectively doubling the light, or a detail, or even the space itself.
Positioned opposite a window, they can also make the most of a view. Mirrors are a bit like adding windows to a space. The mirrored splashback is a good example of this; it makes a kitchen look and feel more spacious and at first glance can even look like a window.

LEAN-AGAINST-THE-WALL MIRRORS

These look fabulous in walk-in wardrobes, entries, dining rooms and bedrooms. A large, ornately framed, lean-against-the-wall mirror – even in a small room – vastly expands the sense of space. A massive mirror unites a group of elements, such as a dining table and chairs, in much the same way a floor rug can create a distinct zone in an open plan. A large lean against the wall mirror can really expand the sense of space in a room. 

FRAMED MIRRORS

Surprisingly, a traditional mirror above the mantelpiece is more about the frame than the mirror – classic convex mirrors and starburst-type frames are striking styles. This style of mirror looks good above a bed, or bedhead, above a buffet style dresser. This kind of mirror really is art. A dark-framed mirror complements dark walls in a more subtle, textured way.

WALL-TO-WALL MIRRORS

These mirrors can be an effective way to cover an undesirable surface. The key to mirroring walls is to divide the wall into sections – uniform panels work well. Some rooms may work better with a large centre panel flanked with smaller side sections. A wall-to-wall mirror with an ornately framed feature mirror hung over the top looks great, as does a pair of mirrors. Mirrors can work their magic outside, too, effectively doubling the garden space. 

GET CREATIVE

Mirrors can flank a fireplace, adding structure and formality to a space, rather than taking the feature spot above it. Venetian mirrors look pretty in bathrooms and little girls’ rooms. Or you could hang a collection of mirrors salon-style for interest. But don’t overdo it – a house of mirrors belongs at Luna Park. And be careful with mirrored ceilings – they can look Playboy, not designer.
Source from:https://www.homestolove.com.au/decorating-with-mirrors-1483

This Post Has 0 Comments

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Back To Top