I recently attended an interior redesign class. One of the two things I had come away with was there should be 7 sources of light in a room , including lamps, windows and mirrors...and if your mirror isn't reflecting something pleasing to look at when you look into it, then you either have to change what it's reflection or where the mirror is...In fact she said the number one mistake is to put a mirror on a fireplace mantle. Most of the time it just reflects the ceiling or a bad ceiling fan.
With that in mind, I thought would see if I passed the test..
Good
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Better. :)
How are your reflections?
ugh, the ceiling fan reflection! I had that one going on for a while. Unfortunately it was also one of the ugliest ceiling fans on earth, so the mirror made it look like I had 2 of these monsters.
ReplyDeleteThanks for that information about the 7 sources of light. I'm happy to say I passed, but I can't say I knew what I was doing when I did it!
ReplyDeleteThe Texas Woman
Thanks for sharing this tip with us. I was planning on using mirros here and with that in mind things will be a lot easier! Thank you! Yours look great! Hugs, Vanessa
ReplyDeleteYes... I flunked on the mirror over the mantel. It reflects my fan. Bummer dude.
ReplyDeleteInteresting. I have always loved a mirror over the mantle. I don't actually have one up there now because I need a really large one and I haven't found one for the right price yet. If there was one there, it would reflect our staircase. Not bad I guess. :)
ReplyDeletehi, jen:) i hope you are feeling well now? and thanks for this little tip about light, mirrors, reflections, etc...
ReplyDeleteHow great! Problem...I have no miirors execpt in the bathroom!
ReplyDeletei really don't have have that many mirrors!
ReplyDeletehappy wednesday!!
xo
I'm off to see what the reflections are!!! thanks for the tip,
ReplyDeleteLuLu
Hi Jen! Your reflections are just perfect!..I'll check mine now!
ReplyDeleteMarcela
Thanks for the tip...I'll have to see if my reflections measure up! Love your mirror!
ReplyDeleteHugz,
Michele
You did pass the test! I agree with the designer...I never have liked a mirror on a mantle! Now I have to go check and see if I have passed the test... :) Nancy
ReplyDeleteLooking good here :) Not too many mirrors as I have very little wall space...too many windows, which I think is a good thing.
ReplyDeleteJanet
I have four windows, five mirrors, one lamp, and two overhead lights in my living room...excessive? LOL. My mirrors' reflections could be better. But they're all really small. I'll have to tweak them. I really like that prism-y thing you have in front of one of your mirrors. Pretty!
ReplyDeleteYours looked great, but my mirror above my fireplace reflects the chandy and makes the room look bigger, so i don't totally agree on that.lol
ReplyDeleteOK, now I'm running around the house to see if I pass the test!
ReplyDeleteDoes things placed in front of the mirror count? And what about the bathroom mirror? You can't imagine what it reflects first thing in the morning!
Great tip. I'm ready for my second lesson, teacher.
Debbie
I forgot to tell you...your home looks amazing!
ReplyDeleteDebbie
Thanks for the reminder about the mirrors, I will be checking mine too. I have never been accused of not having enough lamps, ha. I have a thing for lamps- don't think you can ever have too many, do you? Have a wonderful day. Linda
ReplyDeleteGreat tips. I like the idea of taking a class like this. I'm going to look for a course in my area.
ReplyDeleteThat's an interesting point. I need to add more light to my family room. Thanks for the tip.
ReplyDeleteLove the vignette on your dresser!
ReplyDeleteGreat information, and your pictures reveal such a beautiful space. laurie
ReplyDeleteJEN! Was I teaching this class and didn't realize it?? I tell everyone I know that about the mirror over the mantle...I've been too afraid to mention it because I'm worried people will be offended. :0 So I'm glad you said it first -- ha!!!
ReplyDeleteIt was the best piece of advice I've ever gotten though -- it reflects all the "ugly" in the room. And you have to get really creative instead of throwing a mirror up there...great post!
Hello Dear Jen!
ReplyDeleteGood thoughts...love your chandelier! Ad the corner vignette....
love, kelee
Lovely reflections!
ReplyDeleteThat's neato...I've always tried to do that with my mirrors! Nice to know I was thinking like an interior designer! :)