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Home » Design » 7 Ways Mirrors Make Homes Feel Lighter, Brighter & Stylish

7 Ways Mirrors Make Homes Feel Lighter, Brighter & Stylish

When it comes to home furnishings, mirrored surfaces are on-trend in a big way. From chests and tables to nightstands and dressers, a little touch of bling goes a long way. If you’re looking to add character to a new space or spruce up an existing room’s design, try incorporating some mirrored elements. Here are the top seven reasons they work so well:

1. Mirrored furniture adds drama.

Mirrored pieces are not only chic and glamorous; they also add dramatic flair to a room. Whether your style leans toward traditional, modern or somewhere in between, there are mirrored furnishings available to fit your taste and budget.

Mirrored three-drawer chest from Durham Furniture.
The mirrored drawer façades of this chest from Durham Furniture take it from simple to sensational.

2. Mirrored furnishings are timeless.

Used throughout the history of interior design, mirrors and mirrored surfaces are timeless. Whether you choose bright, contemporary mirrored furnishings or a classic traditional piece, it will stand the test of time.

Mobile bar cart from Biltmore.
This mobile bar cart from Biltmore for Your Home by Fine Furniture Design illustrates the timeless appeal of mirrored furniture.

3. Mirrored surfaces enlarge a space.

Naturally reflective, mirrored surfaces help bounce light around a room and make it feel larger and brighter. In a room without natural light, mirrors and mirrored surfaces are essential to creating the illusion of space.

Mirrored console from Caracole.
Mirrored furnishings, like this console from Caracole, add light and reflectivity to a room.

4. Mirrored furnishings are design chameleons.

Unlike other materials, mirrored pieces complement nearly every color and finish imaginable. With mirrored furniture, you don’t have to worry about mixing wood tones or matching finishes—it’s a guaranteed fit since its surface reflects its surroundings.

Mirrored wardrobe from Universal Furniture.
A mirrored piece, such as this wardrobe from Universal Furniture, naturally complements existing furnishings.

5. Mirrored surfaces beautify every type of furniture.

From consoles and cocktail tables to headboards and desks, if you can imagine it, it’s available in a mirrored finish. You’ll find options trimmed in silver, brass, gold and even rose gold. Also consider adding mirrored lamps, frames and accessories to coordinate with your mirrored furniture.

Desk with mirrored drawer fronts from A.R.T. Furniture.
Mirrored drawer fronts add chic glamour to this desk from A.R.T. Furniture. For a modern design solution, use it next to your bed instead of a nightstand.

6. Mirrors are pretty and practical.

When it comes to mirrored pieces, one of their greatest assets is their durability. With a mirrored table or nightstand, you don’t have to worry about a glass leaving a ring or a stain from spilled food. As easy to clean as glass, mirror is the perfect choice for livable luxury; it’s typically difficult to scratch and impervious to fading.

Mirrored cocktail table from Dimond Home.
With a mirrored cocktail table, you don’t have to worry about coasters or spilled snacks ruining your investment. Image: Dimond Home.

7. Mirrored elements fit every room and design style.

Mirrored furnishings have become so popular that they’re now widely available in an array of styles. From antiqued mirrors to colored, flecked and hand-painted styles, there’s no shortage of intriguing options. You’ll also see mirrored surfaces becoming increasingly popular in today’s top kitchen designs.

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Trisha Ferguson

Trisha McBride Ferguson is a trained interior designer, style editor and veteran of the home furnishing industry. If she’s not attending a furniture market or writing about style and décor, you’ll find her at the local paint store reviewing swatches for her own home.

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