Design mirrors – how to find the right mirror for your home
1. Mirrors: shapes, sizes and the perfect height
Mirrors have long been about more than checking your appearance – they can also be a versatile decorative element in a room. Today, mirrors come in countless shapes, sizes and colours and with various functions to suit every interior.
Rectangular floor mirrors, round wall mirrors, mirror cabinets, mirrors with a shelf or coat rack – mirrors combine function and aesthetics in a special way.
"In small rooms especially, mirrors are a great way to decorate a wall. Thanks to their reflection, they blend perfectly into their surroundings and create more light." Viktoria, interior expert
With a wall mirror, the hanging height is crucial for seeing yourself properly. As a general rule: if the mirror is 60 cm high or less, hang it so that its centre is at eye level. If the mirror is taller than 60 cm, 1/5 to 1/3 of it should be above eye level.
2. Which mirror for which room?
Hallway
Is your hat on straight? Does your hair still look the way you styled it a few minutes ago? Most of us take a quick look in the hallway mirror before leaving the house, so few people want to do without one. Hallways are often small and windowless, so feel free to choose a larger model – even a full-length mirror – to make the space look more open. Combining several mirrors also creates a great focal point and makes the room look bigger.
Mirrors with a 2-in-1 solution are also particularly practical in the hallway. For example, a mirror and coat rack combination such as the Pulpo - Miro mirror coat rack keeps jackets and coats tidy. Mirrors with a built-in shelf, on the other hand, give you somewhere to keep your keys and wallet within easy reach.
Bathroom
It's hard to imagine a bathroom without a mirror. This is where we do our hair, shave and get ready for the day. A mirror that also offers storage for toiletries and skincare products is especially practical. Mirror cabinets such as the Ba.Belle mirror cabinet by Opinion Ciatti, whose modules can be arranged individually, or the cabinet module with mirror glass from String are just two of the many mirrors with built-in storage.
The storage doesn't necessarily need a door. Mirrors with small shelves along the bottom edge, such as the Normann Copenhagen – Horizon mirror or the Cubiko mirror by Umbra, also have room for your toothbrush and essential toiletries.
Mirrors with integrated lighting ensure you have enough light for your morning routine. They provide light exactly where it's needed and also create a stylish lighting atmosphere in the bathroom. The La Plus Belle illuminated mirror by Flos or the Estiluz - Circ LED wall light with mirror, for example, are ideal for the bathroom.
If you also need a small cosmetic mirror, a table mirror is the answer. It can sit on a bathroom shelf and be moved to the nearest light source when needed. Table mirrors are often available with magnification, a tilting function and an extra tray for jewellery and cosmetics.
Bedroom
Where do you check your outfit for the day? In the bedroom mirror, of course. That's why it should be big enough for you to see yourself in full. Full-length mirrors – wall-mounted, leaning or freestanding – are the right choice here. Mirrors with an integrated clothes rail are also useful for hanging up tomorrow's outfit. The Club mirror valet stand by Schönbuch can stand freely in the room as a decorative element, while hangers can be hung on its horizontal rail.
If you choose a full-length mirror that simply leans against the wall, make sure it is at least 170 cm high so you can see yourself in full and the distortion caused by the angle isn't too extreme.
Living area
Mirrors in the living room don't need to be positioned for looking at yourself – they can be purely decorative. Here, shapes and colours take centre stage and can be matched to your interior style. Tinted mirror glass, as in the Vitrail wall mirror by Magis or the Studio Roso mirror by Fritz Hansen, creates an interesting lighting mood and looks almost like a painting on the wall. Smaller mirrors can be arranged on the wall like pictures and combined with posters or framed photos as part of a gallery wall.
3. Summary
- Mirrors visually open up and enlarge a room. The smaller the room, the larger the mirror can be.
- For mirrors up to 60 cm high, eye level should be at the centre of the mirror. If the mirror is taller than 60 cm, 1/5 to 1/3 of its height should be above eye level.
- In a small hallway, mirrors with an integrated coat rack or shelves practically combine several pieces of furniture in one.
- In the bathroom, mirror cabinets with plenty of storage for toiletries are particularly suitable. An illuminated mirror is also practical for your daily morning routine.
- In the bedroom, a full-length mirror is ideal – preferably combined with a clothes rail for your current outfit.
- In the living room, mirrors in different colours and shapes can be arranged on the wall like pictures. Here, it's all about the decorative effect.
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