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348 Mirror, mirror, on the wall… I'm going to let you in on a little designer secret: Mirrors don't just serve a utilitarian purpose. When used properly, they hold the capacity to transform a space f rom top to bottom. This is especially the case in a bathroom or powder room, where mirrors are practical — and powerful. When used strategically, they can visually expand a space, amplify its natural light, cast intriguing reflections, add drama, and even f rame views. All that to say, there's a lot to consider when channeling the transformative quality of the mirror, and there are no one-size-fits-all rules here. So much depends on your lifestyle, your style, and your space. And it starts with selecting the appropriate size and shape to achieve the desired effect. A simple rule is the bigger the mirror, the brighter and larger the space will feel. Mirrors can also double as an incredible and artistic focal point, even in a bathroom. Case in point? The custom mirror-on-mirror design we created for a client that featured 4-inch-by- 8-inch mirrors, hand-cut on site, topped by stunning Venetian mirrors. But it doesn't have to be ornate or insanely outside-the-box to pop; even the most streamlined, simple designs can make an impact. As your designer, I'm here to encourage you to think outside the basic builder-grade, wall- to-wall bathroom mirror for something a bit more unexpected that's uniquely personalized to your aesthetic. Maybe that's a distinctively shaped mirror in your primary bathroom suite or a group of smaller-sized mirrors in a guest bath. The only rule of thumb for mirrors in your bathroom design? The piece should scale properly for the space, which means it almost always should be the same size or narrower than your vanity, countertop, or pedestal sink. Beyond that, there is a world of design possibilities to reflect on. DESIGNER'S ADVICE Mirrors Matter Mirrors Matter by Lucy Emory Hendricks Legacy Interiors, Myrtle Beach, SC

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