Mirrors can make small or dark rooms feel brighter and larger, but overdoing them can make your home look like a banquet hall or gym.
Place mirrors where they can bounce natural light further into the room—opposite or adjacent to windows, not randomly on any wall. Even a single well-placed mirror can brighten a gloomy corner.
Use mirrors behind decor elements rather than alone: behind a console table, above a sideboard, or behind plants. This creates depth and looks intentional, not like you stuck a mirror just to “fill space.”
Size and frame style matter. One big mirror with a nice frame often looks more elegant than many small ones scattered around. For bedrooms, avoid placing a large mirror directly opposite the bed if it bothers your sleep.
In narrow hallways, slim vertical mirrors can make them feel less tight without creating that “endless corridor” effect.
Think of mirrors as light tools and decor, not only as grooming aids. Used thoughtfully, they enhance a room instead of taking it over.