If some of the spaces in your home are small and dark, a few simple touches can bring them to life and even make them look bigger.
By placing mirrors in well-chosen spots, you can create the illusion of a larger space and at the same time brighten dark corners, corridors and rooms.
Try the easy ideas we found on channel4.com, and choose the solutions that suit the needs of your own space.
1. How to brighten a room
Hang a large mirror on a wall next to an exterior window. Whether the room is small or large, it will instantly feel brighter and look bigger!
2. How to make a hallway look bigger
Large mirrored surfaces in a typically small, dark hallway will give the feeling of an airy space with depth. Use large mirrors with frames that are as slim and simple as possible.
3. How to brighten the fireplace
Hang a mirror above your fireplace to emphasise this focal point, lighting it up and offsetting the dark area of the hearth. Choose a mirror slightly narrower than the fireplace, and tall enough to make the room feel higher.
4. Use decorative mirrors
Choose a decorative mirror with a distinctive design and use it to draw attention to a focal point in a room. This will brighten the space and add interest to an otherwise “empty” wall.
5. Highlight a decorative feature in the room
If you have a striking chandelier or a sculpture that you want to show off, use a mirror for an even more impressive effect. Place it opposite the object you want to highlight for a “double” dose of drama!
6. How to make your bathroom look bigger
Lack of space is a common problem in bathrooms. By choosing a large oval mirror instead of the typical small square one, you will make the bathroom feel more spacious and airy. Be bold and cover an entire wall with mirror for an even more immediate and striking result.
Text: Katerina Latoufi (Architect)
