27 Ideas for Mirrors to Decorate and Expand Small Projects

The mirror is a powerful ally in decoration, capable of transforming and enlarging projects in an impressive way. Besides its aesthetic impact, it reflects light and enhances natural lighting, creating a sense of a more spacious and airy area. Strategically positioned, they can double the perception of decorative elements and bring more vitality to any area of the house.

Cyane Zoboli - Loft Deca. Project by CASACOR Espírito Santo 2023. (Caio César/CASACOR)

How to choose and install mirrors

The choice of the mirror should take into consideration the desired effect in the projects. Full wall mirrors provide maximum amplitude, while spot mirrors stand out as decorative pieces. Install them in places that reflect external landscapes or interesting internal elements. When deciding their position, avoid areas that may reflect clutter, as this can create a sense of disorder in the space.

With a black and gray palette, the 73 m² apartment is decorated with loose furniture. Design by Leandro Neves. In the photo, a bedroom with a wooden headboard and polka dot wallpaper. Rounded mirror.

Projeto de Leandro Neves. (Luiza Schreier/CASACOR)

In small spaces, the mirror is an essential resource. It has the power to visually double areas, making them more inviting. By reflecting natural light, it creates the illusion of greater depth.

In narrow hallways, for example, installing them on opposite walls can enhance the perceived dimension of the space. Bet on designs and frames that harmonize with the rest of the decor, ensuring a cohesive and sophisticated look. Get inspired by these projects that feature different shapes and sizes of mirrors to enlarge and style the projects!

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Léo Shehtman - Memories. CASACOR São Paulo 2023 Project.

(Adriano Pacelli)

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Larissa Dias Architecture - Sacred Time. Project of CASACOR Brasília 2024.

(Edgard César)

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Fashion, artistic, and colorful: this is the apartment designed by Ana Weege. In the photo, there is a powder room with a stone countertop and a mirror.

(Rafael Renzo)

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Pink kitchen, plants and curves define an apartment designed by Ricardo Abreu. In the picture, a half bath with a mirror and a granite countertop.

(Renato Navarro)

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Marcela Martins signs the retrofit of the country house of the co-founder of Farm. In the photo, the living room with a mirror, painting, and sideboard.

(Fotos: Denilson Machado e Lilia Mendel / Produção: Andrea Falchi e Rennan Scalabrin)

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Vivian Reimers combines two apartments to create a project with a view of Sugarloaf Mountain. In the photo, a living room with a mirror and a dresser.

(Luiza Schreier)

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Industrial duplex of 290 m² combines a glass pool and an area to watch games. Project Morada 31.12. In the photo, living room with stairs, pet bed, sofa, and mirror.

(Júlia Tótoli)

360 m2 coverage with a view of four iconic postcards from Rio de Janeiro. Studio 021. Credit: Juliano Colodeti.

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360 m² coverage has a view of four iconic Rio de Janeiro postcards. In the photo, a restroom with a sculpted sink and a round mirror.

(Fotos: Juliano Colodeti, do MCA Estúdio / Produção visual: Andrea Falchi)

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200 m² apartment has a solar soul and a view of Copacabana beach. Project by Fernanda Medeiros. In the photo, living room with mirrors and a sideboard.

(Luiza Schreier)

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Without knocking down walls, a 592 sq ft apartment gains an integrated and functional layout. Project by Leandro Neves. In the photo, a couple's bedroom with TV and organic mirror.

(Luiza Schreier)

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Meet the apartment of architect Mariana Leão, from the CASACOR Bahia cast. In the photo, a hallway with an organic mirror and a planter with plants.

(Gabriela Daltro)

After the renovations of the pool at the Star apartment, which covers 500 m2, Ana Cano and Lilia Mendel have collaborated on the financing options.

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Apartment with a homey interior look custom made for mother and daughter. Project by Paula Neder. In the photo, living room with leather sofa and mirror.

(MCA Estúdio)

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Vacation house turns into definitive home of the family. Project by Beatriz Quinelato. In the picture, bathroom with red tiles and organic mirror.

(Rafael Renzo)

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Ginori 1735 opens its first café in Rome. In the photo, reception with mirrors.

(Divulgação)

Colorful and Vibrant Decoration: The Life of a 240 m2 Apartment by Bianca Da Hora. Credit: MCA Studio

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Colorful and vibrant decoration brings life to a 240 m² apartment. Project by Bianca da Hora. In the photo, a powder room with wall drawings and a mirror.

(Foto: MCA Estudio / Produção: Aldi Flosi)

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Beach house with a wooden structure has an organic pool and a hammock area. Project by David Bastos. In the photo, bathroom with a round mirror and benches.

(Oka Fotografia)

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Lino Architecture - Abbraccio Space. Project of CASACOR Rio Grande do Sul 2023.

(Cristiano Bauce)

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Carla Felippi - Lounge Bar Happiness Alfa Realty. The lighting, with its effect on our mood, plays a significant role throughout the 85 m² of the lounge. Behind the muxarabi, which also spans the ceiling, a large tensioned screen panel replicates the effect of natural light, while many other luminous scenarios (including a stroboscopic segment) provoke a sensory experience that alternates between calm and excitement. The mirrors arranged on the pillars (which are themselves covered with slatted MDF capable of following their curvature) serve, in the architect's view, as a call to look back.

(Bia Nauiack)

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Navarro Architecture - Casa Araxá. Project of CASACOR São Paulo 2023.

(MCA Estudio)

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Nildo José designs a contemporary duplex thought out for family life. Project by Nildo José. In the photo, a children's room with a round mirror and a desk.

(Denilson Machado)

Reform transforms the property - 45 m2 Tropical Refuge. Tauari Architecture. Credit: Lilia Mendel.

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Renovation transforms 45 m² property into a tropical refuge. Project by Tauari Architecture. In the photo, a couple's bedroom with an organic mirror.

(Lilia Mendel)

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The wallpaper with a weathered gradient effect is a highlight of this apartment. Project by Manoela Fleck. In the picture, a suspended woodworking shelf, a mirror, and armchairs.

(Raiana Medina)

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Bia Abreu - Garden the Tone of Tomorrow. What tone would you like for your future? In times of widespread automation of processes, reflecting on human relationships is what interests the landscaper. For this reason, she designed a place marked by manual work. "My gardens reflect the work of people and the power of transformation," she points out. Species from the Cerrado and other tropical vegetation - such as pom-pom acacia, mango jasmine, lavenders, and grasses - contribute to the aesthetic and olfactory effect. The sculptural mirror by Thomas Graeff enhances the perception of the projects of 50 m², with benches positioned to allow for prolonged contemplation.

(MCA Estúdio)

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Beige, black, and white dominate the minimalist décor of this Minas Gerais apartment. Project by AW Architecture. In the photo, detail of the living room mirror and pendants.

(Estúdio NY18)

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How to choose and install mirrors

Léo Shehtman - Memories. CASACOR São Paulo 2023 Project.

Larissa Dias Architecture - Sacred Time. Project of CASACOR Brasília 2024.

Fashion, artistic, and colorful: this is the apartment designed by Ana Weege. In the photo, there is a powder room with a stone countertop and a mirror.

Pink kitchen, plants and curves define an apartment designed by Ricardo Abreu. In the picture, a half bath with a mirror and a granite countertop.

Marcela Martins signs the retrofit of the country house of the co-founder of Farm. In the photo, the living room with a mirror, painting, and sideboard.

Vivian Reimers combines two apartments to create a project with a view of Sugarloaf Mountain. In the photo, a living room with a mirror and a dresser.

Industrial duplex of 290 m² combines a glass pool and an area to watch games. Project Morada 31.12. In the photo, living room with stairs, pet bed, sofa, and mirror.

360 m² coverage has a view of four iconic Rio de Janeiro postcards. In the photo, a restroom with a sculpted sink and a round mirror.

200 m² apartment has a solar soul and a view of Copacabana beach. Project by Fernanda Medeiros. In the photo, living room with mirrors and a sideboard.

Without knocking down walls, a 592 sq ft apartment gains an integrated and functional layout. Project by Leandro Neves. In the photo, a couple's bedroom with TV and organic mirror.

Meet the apartment of architect Mariana Leão, from the CASACOR Bahia cast. In the photo, a hallway with an organic mirror and a planter with plants.

Apartment with a homey interior look custom made for mother and daughter. Project by Paula Neder. In the photo, living room with leather sofa and mirror.

Vacation house turns into definitive home of the family. Project by Beatriz Quinelato. In the picture, bathroom with red tiles and organic mirror.

Ginori 1735 opens its first café in Rome. In the photo, reception with mirrors.

Colorful and vibrant decoration brings life to a 240 m² apartment. Project by Bianca da Hora. In the photo, a powder room with wall drawings and a mirror.

Beach house with a wooden structure has an organic pool and a hammock area. Project by David Bastos. In the photo, bathroom with a round mirror and benches.

Lino Architecture - Abbraccio Space. Project of CASACOR Rio Grande do Sul 2023.

Navarro Architecture - Casa Araxá. Project of CASACOR São Paulo 2023.

Nildo José designs a contemporary duplex thought out for family life. Project by Nildo José. In the photo, a children's room with a round mirror and a desk.

Renovation transforms 45 m² property into a tropical refuge. Project by Tauari Architecture. In the photo, a couple's bedroom with an organic mirror.

The wallpaper with a weathered gradient effect is a highlight of this apartment. Project by Manoela Fleck. In the picture, a suspended woodworking shelf, a mirror, and armchairs.

Beige, black, and white dominate the minimalist décor of this Minas Gerais apartment. Project by AW Architecture. In the photo, detail of the living room mirror and pendants.

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