The right mirror on your wall can give the whole space a brand new life. Since mirrors will only reflect what’s in front of them, choose the wall with care. The reflection becomes a part of your room. Feng shui practitioners say that mirrors should only be placed facing certain directions, and not indiscriminately on any wall. In any case, choose the wall with care.
Mirrors perform many functions. Use one to augment, define, or accentuate what is already present in your space, or place it where it reflects a favorite view. You can also use a mirror to open up a room or to add some light.
The three most important things you should look at when selecting mirrors are shape, size, and style.
Find a Shape That Works for You
As you might have already realized, shape plays an important role in defining any space. It can create a mood, accentuate what is already there, or give an illusion of something else.
- A long horizontal shape will serve to accentuate width, as it helps sweep your eye along a long line. A tall vertical shape will call attention to height as it makes your eye travel up.
- An angular shape such as a square or rectangle will help give an orderly restrained look.
- Use a rounded or curved frame for a softer or maybe even whimsical look, depending on the style of its frame.
- You can even create a shape by grouping several mirrors together just the way you would with photographs or framed art.
