As you know, a mirror is the most expressive object of any interior, but very often this element is ignored as part of the decor. Most people prefer to place this beautiful item in hallways and bathrooms, and sometimes it only occupies the inner wall of the sideboard.
However, it is a mistake to underestimate the capabilities of such an interior item as a mirror, because in terms of decoration, any mirror surface has simply enormous potential. Put some effort into cutting this diamond, and you'll immediately realize how much your living room can be transformed.
Mirror in a wooden frame in the living room Panel made of broken mirror in the interior of the living room
Mirror in a geometric frame in the living room decor
From the material you will learn about which mirror is best to install in the living room and why mirrors in the living room interior can become an important decorative detail.
Patterns on the mirror in the living room interior
Mirror in a metal frame above the fireplace in the living room
Features of space and shape
Mirrors are often used in the living room interior to visually expand the space, especially in rooms with a small area. Thanks to their reflective ability, they create additional space that helps fill the room with depth and light.
Round mirror in ceramic frame
Mirror in the decor of a column in the living room
Round mirror in the living room of a private house
A real looking glass can be created by using three, five or ten mirrors that have different sizes. The lighting coming from the lamp will be reflected in many mirrors at once, which will create a visible spaciousness in the living room.
In a classic interior, such mirrors can be framed with large frames created on the basis of stucco (lighting can also be used).
Modern mirrors usually have narrow small frames with different shapes; matting is used for them (the mirror surface is covered with an elegant pattern, fragments from comics, films, and sports disciplines).
Sliding wardrobe with mirror in the living room
Square mirror above the fireplace in the living room
Mirror in a frame with stucco above the chest of drawers
To create a spatial design picture that can breathe life into the interior, it is recommended to use decorative mirrors.
Mirror in a painted frame in Moroccan style
Mirror in the living room in Art Nouveau style
Where to hang it in the living room?
Options for the arrangement of mirrors in the interior of the hall.
Above the sofa
A fairly common and traditional type of accommodation, which is very practical and functional. The product above the sofa makes the interior composition more harmonious and does not spoil the overall design of the room.
The photo shows the interior of the hall with a brick wall decorated with a horizontal mirror.
On the whole wall
The floor-to-ceiling panoramic model not only helps to visually increase the space, but also brings a certain charm to the living room environment, giving the reflecting decorative elements a mesmerizing appearance.
Angular
A mirror placed in the corner can become the central link of the entire living room and, due to the desired viewing angle, give it a certain perspective.
Above the fireplace
Using a decorative element such as a mirror placed above the fireplace, combined with small, elegant lamps or beautiful items and collections placed on the mantelpiece, creates a focal point and creates a more attractive design.
In a niche
This niche design is very original, beautiful and functional. A wall structure with reflective fabric takes on a deeper look, and when exposed to artificial or natural sunlight, it creates a feeling of additional lighting in the room.
The photo shows a small round mirror located in a niche on the wall in the interior of the hall.
Over the table
A mirror with a uniform shape and color scheme that harmoniously combines with the overall design of the room will become a practical, elegant solution and a full-fledged interior element.
Above the chest of drawers
This placement is considered a very good design idea. It is advisable that the reflective canvas be slightly narrower than the chest of drawers; this will allow you to create a more organic combination of objects and significantly improve the design of the room.
Between the Windows
Due to additional graphic reflections, this placement allows you to create the effect of an additional window in the living room and thereby give it some showiness.
The photo shows floor mirrors located between the windows in a spacious hall.
Near the TV
Mirror surfaces, thanks to the reflective effect, will add a unique zest to the interior, and when watching TV they will make the atmosphere truly incredible.
Mirror reflections
If another mirror hangs opposite the mirror located above the sofa, then an effect will occur when the mirror surfaces begin to reflect themselves. This will create a cacophony of both an aesthetic and psychological nature, so such placement of objects is best avoided.
Floor mirror in an aged frame in the living room interior
Decorated oval mirror in the living room
Mirror wall made of panels in the living room
Mirror stripes in the decor of corners in the living room
Mirror on the ceiling in the living room with a crystal chandelier
The main rules for arranging a room with mirrors
To make being in a room with mirrors as comfortable as possible, it is important to adhere to 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, since in dark rooms a mirror will steal free space.
It is undesirable for mirrors to reflect in a small number of large objects, otherwise the room will look sloppy.
Placing mirror elements on wall surfaces will create an incredible feeling of a labyrinth, which will negatively affect the psyche of the home owners.
There is no need to place mirrors on a high ceiling surface, as this can cause frequent dizziness.
Mirror surfaces placed opposite 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 the homeowners.
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In principle, a mirror with or without a frame is considered the finest design tool; it is for this reason that 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 with the help of a mirror it is possible to achieve truly incredible effects that can make the room original and unsurpassed.
Scattering effect
If you want to create diffuse lighting in your living room and make the light subdued and the atmosphere boudoir and cozy, you can use mirrors and low-wattage light bulbs. Dim lighting will be reflected in mirrored surfaces and fill every corner of the living room. For added impact, you can use decorative metal plates and silverware, sparkly candlesticks and glass vases. All of them will perfectly cope with the role of reflectors and complement the effect that you create with the help of mirrors in the interior.
Mirrors in a dark frame in the living room decor
Decorative mirror panel in the living room interior
Mirror and light sources
To illuminate a mirror, light sources are placed on its sides or hidden lighting is made behind it. If the backlight is directly from above or below, the display will be distorted.
Such a “crooked” display will sooner or later become a source of dissatisfaction and irritation for the owners and guests of the house. When decorating a living room, bring to life not only design tips, but also your own ideas and ideas.
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This is your living room. This is your little world. Only you can make it cozy, comfortable, stylish or unusual. Depending on your own preferences and concepts of convenience and beauty.
Mirror surfaces on the ceiling
Mirror inserts for ceilings are a very common option for interior decor. A room equipped with such a wonderful ceiling turns out to be brighter and more spacious.
Mirrored wardrobe in the living room
Ceiling mirrors are also great for reflecting light from ceiling lights. The larger your chandelier, the brighter it will be in your living room with a mirrored ceiling
Sun mirror in the living room
A cabinet with a mirror surface built into it can also be used as an alternative to a regular mirror that hangs on the wall.
Antique mirror in a decorative frame in a classic living room interior
Mirror in a modern living room interior
Placement opposite the window
In the living room, placing a mirror on the wall opposite the window can have a double effect: the room will become much lighter and the illusion of the presence of another window will arise.
This placement option is widely used when decorating country houses. It is especially good if the view from the window is a source of pride for the owners of the house.
Placement between windows. What if there are two or three windows in the living room? In this case, the option of placing a mirror between them deserves attention. As a result of the optical illusion, the room will expand significantly.
Mirror panel
Mirror panels look very interesting - complex compositions made in a special way from small fragments. The pattern of the panel can be strict geometric or chaotic; the composition can combine mirrors of the same size or different ones; there are also combinations of mirrors with multi-colored glass. Fragments can be separated by special aluminum inserts or attached to the wall with glue.
Mirror wall in the living room
In modern construction stores you can purchase both ready-made panels and mirrors, with which you can lay out a composition according to your own design.
Horizontal mirror panels on the living room wall
Round mirror in a thin frame in the living room interior
Fragmentary decor
A fragmentary mirror is a set of small fragments that reflect light, located at a short distance from each other. As a rule, they are united by one frame. Such compositions are not used as a surface that provides a correct display.
They are in demand exclusively as bright items intended for stylish decor. When creating a composition, artificially aged or tinted fragments can be used to emphasize its unusualness.
Wardrobe with mirrors
If you have a small, compact living room, which also has a wardrobe, then it would be a good idea to attach full-length mirrors to its shutters. An assembled mirror wall will make your room spacious and visually deep, which will undoubtedly affect the overall perception. In those rooms where you don’t have to worry about square meters, the mirrors on the wardrobe can be decorated with patterns and designs.
Vintage mirror in the living room interior
Feng Shui Tips
Recommendations for the location of mirrors in the living room of an apartment or house:
- A mirror in the hall that reflects flowers, beautiful paintings or photographs of happy moments is a favorable sign.
- If you intend to place the product near a window, then it is advisable to place it on the side walls, this will allow not to disrupt the circulation of positive energy in the living room.
Creating wall decor using mirror surfaces
A narrow mirror tile, mosaic or mirror strip can act as a connecting decorative element, which occupies the space between the separate joints of two surfaces of different kinds on a very flat wall, for example, in the case of transition to indoor wallpaper from the plaster itself.
Fireplace decor made from mirror shards
If you like extravagance, then decorative mirror shards will be an excellent option for transforming your room interior. They can be used to decorate furniture or a section of wall.
Rectangular mirror behind the sofa
How to fit into the interior
To ensure that the chest of drawers fits perfectly and does not take up much space, you can use the following recommendations:
- if the room is small, then it is better to use narrow structures that can be placed along the wall. But it is worth considering that narrow structures have little internal space;
- if furniture is installed opposite a bed or other furniture, then it is necessary to leave space for pulling out drawers;
- in a small room you can put a corner structure that will fit perfectly and also perform its functions;
- You can measure in advance the place where the chest of drawers will be installed. You should take a tape measure to the store and measure the furniture on the spot. This will help you choose a chest of drawers with the necessary parameters, which can be easily installed in the chosen place;
- in the living room it is better to install the chest of drawers opposite the sofa, under the TV, video or audio equipment;
- In the hallway or dressing room, a small chest of drawers can be placed next to the threshold; it will become an excellent place for folding bags and shoes.
Selection rules
In order to be able to choose a suitable and high-quality chest of drawers, it is worth considering the selection rules:
- material - preference should be given to products that are made from a natural base; additional inserts made of aluminum, genuine leather, and plastic are allowed;
- inspect the entire product, there should be no scratches, damage or defects;
- style - the design of the chest of drawers should fit into the style of the room. In the classic style, you can install a white chest of drawers made of wood with carvings; they can also have various decorative elements in the form of patterns;
- capacity of drawers. Check the drawers, inspect their depth. The upper drawers are usually small, you can put small things and accessories in them, but the lower ones are deep, they are used to store large things - pillows, blankets.
Regardless of which model you want to buy - a white or mirrored chest of drawers, carefully study its varieties. It should not only look beautiful in the room, but also fully perform all its functions. When choosing, consider all the options and choose the one that is most suitable and convenient.
