10 New on old
“Modern mirrors in an old terrace house
can give a bit of an edge and lift the
heaviness,” says Jonathon Lee. Circular
mirrors are also a great counterbalance
to the classic, squared-off architecture
of traditional homes. To hang a mirror
above a mantelpiece, position the frame
so that its lowest point is about 10cm
above the surface.
Gubi Adnet circular mirror with
leather strap, from $1100, Cult.Round & round
Large-format circular mirrors
look dramatic when hung as
hero pieces. A smaller one
hung near the front door is
handy for last-minute
checks before you step out.12 Vinemirrorwith
handmade brass frame
(1.26m diameter), $8435,
James Said. 13 Oval wall
mirrorwith MDF and oak
frame (25x31cm), $119,
Città. 14 Cogmirror with
teak frame (85cm diameter),
$495, Weylandts.
15 Stockholmmirror
with beech ply and walnut
veneer frame (80cm
diameter), $129, Ikea. >11 Interior decorator Lynn Cheong of G&C Design had this standing mirror
made up by a picture-framer for her own Melbourne home. At 1.9m high,
it’s a statement piece that’s practical as well as beautiful. A custom design,
starting at about $100 for a small, basic one, is a good way to get exactly
the size and style you want. Just be careful where you place any
freestanding mirror in a home with children.Photography by Derek Swalwell (this page and opposite,
bottom right) & Maree Homer (opposite, top left). For Where to Buy, see page 188.
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