July 16 2010

Mirror, mirror on the wall

If you have a room that is lacking in character, add a mirror.  Mirrors have the ability to create a luxurious feel and the illusion of a much larger space in any room of the house for very few dollars.  Don't be afraid of the size, the bigger the better when it comes to mirrors.  

Here are a few tips and tricks from designers in the July/August 2010 issue of House Beautiful:

"I love putting mirrors in built-in cabinetry.  The mirrors reflect the shimmering light of the chandelier, bouncing it all around the room.  The effect at night during a dinner party is incredible." _{Jonathan Berger} 

"A mirror makes a fabulous backdrop for art.  I love to prop a painting in front, or hang it right on top." _{Robert Brown}

"A mirrored backsplash can give a small kitchen a larger, lighter feeling." _{Nancy Corzine}

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