Like most furnishings, mirrors are pieces of functional décor; utilitarian objets d’art, if you will. They also perform magic. In addition to offering the user a look at his or her exterior self, mirrors bounce light around a room, helping to brighten a space. They also reflect anything in their path, doubling that item’s existence (and simultaneously inverting it). A mirror even multiplies space itself. This silvered piece of glass is not just a tool for vanity, but a weather fixer and an architectural aid. The Chinese design principles of feng shui assert that mirrors, when properly placed, can assist moving energy through a room.
During these shortened days, mirrors are always a good idea. Kouros Maghsoudi’s Doodool, will make you want to party and provide a full-length reflection of your outfit. John Pomp’s Fairmount would be the perfect presence in an entry hall, announcing your steadfast conviction to good taste. A moody mirror from Studio Greytak’s Lava series can act as a focal point, enlivening an intimate environment, like a study or dressing room. See for yourself.
