10 Ways to Use Mirrors in Hallways

I would dare to say that, in almost every house, there are mirrors adorning a room. Be it the main bedroom, the bathroom, and even in the living room, surely there is one, even if it is small. However, there is one place in particular that benefits greatly from mirrors: the hallway. It can be in the corridor itself, or in the hall, but with these you can play with perspective, in a positive way. Here are some examples. It may interest you: 10 Colors that Will Set Trends in Kitchens This 2022

Does not matter the size

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Does not matter the size

Whether we’re talking about a big house, or a small apartment, it doesn’t really matter, because mirrors can be used in either. The first thing to take into account is what you want to achieve with this ornament: Expand the amount of light? Enlarge the space?

Under the stairs

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Under the stairs

Sometimes there is a “dead” space under a set of stairs. Turn the matter around and put together an attractive corner. Try to keep the size of the ornaments according to the proportion of the area.

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Parallel to the hall walls

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Parallel to the hall walls

When the corridors face the hall, placing a small table, some decorations and a large mirror in it help to lengthen the extension of the corridor. This works well in small houses, because it gives a feeling of greater amplitude.

on shelves

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on shelves

Put together a decorative set with a mirror and built-in furniture on the wall; shapes and size may vary.

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Front gardens for modern houses

Los gardens on the facade of modern houses, they can be more sober than those of the style houses. Species of non-flowering, tropical and good-sized plants create an excellent visual balance.

Facades with small trees or bushes

If outdoor space is limited, shallow-rooted shrubs or small trees are a great option for very limited outdoor spaces because they require less depth and less soil.

Exotic plants on the facade

Exotic plants like ferns, bromeliads and orchids look great on rustic or modern facades. Of course, be careful with the flowers, because passers-by may be tempted to pluck them.

take advantage of slopes

Sometimes, even though we think we don’t have space, taking advantage of slopes, especially in houses with more than one floor, can be the solution.

Bet on landscaping

A good landscaper will be the solution to make the most of any little square of land, creating gardens as spectacular as the one in the image.

Work with existing trees and plants

If we are building our new house, respecting the old trees outside, as well as the existing plants, can make our facade shine more than ever, as well as being the most ecological option.

Vertical gardens

When the lack of space is an acute problem, we can always bet on vertical gardens. Vines hanging from walls and windows are another option to take advantage of vertical space.

play with colors

Using species of different colors, which create contrast with each other, will give a greater visual richness to the facade.

Don’t forget the side walls

The side walls, which separate the entrance and façade of our house from the neighbor’s, are spaces with enormous potential to create small pockets of green. Stones are always a fabulous touch.

Delimit the driveway

Nothing more pleasant than walking towards the front door along a path surrounded by plants and flowers.

Stone steps and slabs

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hanging ornaments

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hanging ornaments

One way to enhance the amount of existing light is by placing ornaments that reflect. If you have high ceilings above your hallway, consider installing a long chandelier, or mirrored pendant.

unusual shapes

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unusual shapes

Take into account that you do not necessarily have to place a traditional mirror. There are very modern, unusual ornaments that have a similar functionality. Think outside the box, because the result might surprise you. Look for ornaments with smooth, reflective surfaces; you will see the difference.

facing the stairs

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facing the stairs

We already talked about the mirrors placed under the stairs, but what about at the end of a corridor or on the sides of it, pointing towards them? Whether you put a large mirror or several smaller ones, it will generate a super wide perspective.

Opposite of arches or doors

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Opposite of arches or doors

Most of the corridors lead to doors or entrance arches. Take advantage of this distribution and place a mirror opposite these.

To extend the narrow side

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To extend the narrow side

If your corridor is very narrow, put a mirror on one of the two walls on the sides, you can solve this problem.

Consider a full surface with mirrors

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Consider a full surface with mirrors

Lighting and space can be greatly enhanced when you place mirrors on the entire wall. Remember that it’s all about playing with the optical illusion. The best thing is that this type of mirror can be placed as a single piece, or even as a cover on the doors of a hall closet.

Now that we have given you some ideas about placing mirrors in hallways, tell us where and how you will put them in your home.