Using mirrors is one of my favorite ways to lighten and brighten your home interior. Mirrors reflect light into a space to visually expand and enliven the decor. They are extremely versatile and can be used in just about every room in your home. Well-placed mirrors will visually increase the size of your home, making it feel larger than it really is.
Add mirrors to any room you want to visually expand. To make a room feel larger, place a mirror opposite a window wall. The mirror will multiply the view, creating the effect of another window. Be sure that the view the mirror is reflecting is a pleasant one that you want to see more of. For example, a colorful view from your yard will add color, beauty and light when reflected in a mirror.
Entries and foyers are a great place to add a mirror. This is the first place that guests see when they enter your home, so it's a great place to set a warm and inviting tone. Adding a mirror above a console table or chest will brighten your entry by reflecting light. A beautifully framed mirror will create a focal point in your entry, as well as a welcoming feeling. Add a buffet lamp for additional light, a vase of flowers for color, and a candle for atmosphere, and your guests will feel welcome the minute they enter your home. It's also a great place to give yourself a final check just before leaving home.
Bathrooms are another great place to use mirrors. A beautifully framed mirror will add personality and drama to your powder room. The powder room is often used by guests, and they will surely notice a mirror with a unique and stylish frame. You can use a bold and gorgeous mirror to create a focal point in your powder room or guest bath. Other bathrooms in the house will also benefit from the use of framed mirrors. The function of a mirror in a bathroom is to accurately show your reflection. Why not use that mirror to create a statement at the same time? And don't limit your thinking to rectangular shaped mirrors. Mirrors are available in many beautiful shapes including round, square, oval, hexagonal, and arched, to name a few. Just make sure that the mirrors you select complement your decor and are proportional to the space. (Read More)