5 Great Ideas for How to Use Mirrors in Your Interior Design

5 Great Ideas for How to Use Mirrors in Your Interior Design

5 Great Ideas for How to Use Mirrors in Your Interior Design

Mirror, mirror on the wall, which design detail is our favorite of them all? If you’re wanting to add depth, balance, or brighten up the look of a space overall, look no further than adding a simple or statement mirror to your interiors. Its reflective properties are ideal for creating the illusion of space and maximizing the lighting in any room. Keep reading to discover how we’ve incorporated this timeless home decor piece into a few of our recent interior design projects!

 

Decorating with Special, Irregular Shaped Mirrors

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In the entryway of our Fanfol Project, we styled two abstract, brass mirrors. We opted to hang one from the wall on one side and rest the other on the console cabinet. Strategically located adjacent to several windows, the placement of this piece was selected to reflect the natural light and brighten up the interior of the home. Likewise, the abstract shape of the mirror added a fun, artful touch to the room as well!

 

Maximize Wall Space with Arched Floor Mirrors

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Also in our Fanfol Project’s mid-century modern dining room, we added two brass arched floor mirrors. The piece’s classic and sleek silhouette made it a timeless, high-quality addition that will never go out of style. Large in size, these mirrors were perfect for maximizing blank wall space and elongating the look of the room overall.

 

Add Character with a Fun Round Mirror

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In our Fairway Project’s primary bedroom, we wanted to create a beautifully designed space, where our client could feel inspired to get work done. In order to achieve this and to fill in the wall space above the desk, we hung a fun and sophisticated round mirror. For a cohesive look, we opted to order the mirror in black to tie in the black accents found throughout the bedroom.

 

You Can Never Go Wrong with the Classic Rectangle Mirror

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Moving further into our Fairway Project’s children’s bathroom, we styled matching rectangle mirrors above the double sinks. The antique brass brackets were the perfect complement to the brass hardware incorporated throughout the bathroom. Hovering slightly above the wall for added dimension, we love the modern impact and balance this pair of mirrors brought to the space!

 

Simply Sophisticated Square Mirror

They say simplicity is the ultimate sophistication, and this mirror a prime example of that! Suspended by a slim iron bar, this square mirror is the epitome of modern-minimal charm. Located ajacent to the front door and windows, the placement of this piece is perfect for maximizing light in this project’s entryway.

 

We hope this blog post helped you gain some inspiration on how you can incorporate mirrors into your home! For more design trends, tips, and project reveals, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram

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Our Top 6 Cabinet Design Picks that Balance Form & Function

Our Top 6 Cabinet Design Picks that Balance Form & Function

Our Top 6 Cabinet Design Picks that Balance Form & Function

If you’ve been keeping up with Living With Lolo for a while, you’d know how much we love balancing beauty and function. Keep reading to discover a few of our top cabinet designs!

 

Stylish Decorative Office Cabinet Designs

As the owner of a local real estate brokerage, the client from our Monte Lindo Project needed a dedicated space to dive into his craft in the comfort of his own home. Because we recognize how important it is to be inspired by the interiors around you, we filled the home office with masculine elements like this stunning iron cabinet with an antique gunmetal finish. The glass doors made it perfect for displaying timeless home decor and treasured items.

Functional Arched Metal Cabinet

We love incorporating unique shapes into our clients’ interior design projects for added interest. This metal cabinet’s arched structure and stark contrast was the perfect design statement to include in our Fanfol Project’s mid-century modern home.

 

Rattan Cabinets are Perfect for Storage and Staging

Here’s a statement piece you’re going to want to weave into your interiors ASAP! In our Montevista Project, we incorporated a large rattan cabinet to serve as the focal point for this room. The near-opaque cabinet doors made it the perfect space for hiding not-so-glamourous household goods. Plus, our clients couldn’t get enough of the soft, textural twist this modern piece added to the room!

 

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Beauty, Form, and Function Meet in this Light Wood Entryway Cabinet Design

Your entryway sets the tone for your entire home, so it’s important to make a strong first impression for your guests. In the entryway of our Mashall Ave Project, we styled this stunning wooden cabinet. Warm and light in color and filled with impressive details, this piece instantly draws and welcome guests in.

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Black Fluted Cabinet for Bar or Dining

Upgrade your bar cart to the next level with this fluted cabinet. Comprised of subtle yet striking details, this piece in our Calle de Pompas Project is perfect for storing all of our wine and dine needs in style. We styled this wooden bar in the dining room of our client’s home to not only fill in wall space but also ensure convenient access.

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Stunning Acrylic Bar Cabinets

In our Silverleaf Project, we added an acrylic bar, perfect for housing our clients’ entertainment needs. Whether it’s their favorite aged wine or go-to game to pull out when guests arrive, an opaque cabinet setup like this one is designed to support all of their storage needs.

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We hope this blog post helped you gain some inspiration on how you can incorporate cabinetry into your home! For more design trends, tips, and project reveals, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram

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An Interior Designer’s 5 Favorite Kinds of Greenery & Faux Plants

An Interior Designer’s 5 Favorite Kinds of Greenery & Faux Plants

An Interior Designers 5 Favorite Kinds of Greenery & Faux Plants

There’s no better way to bring life into your home this Spring than with greenery and faux plants. Historically signifying nobility and status, house plants are now a common and timeless piece for adding delightful, positive energy to any abode. Read on to discover 5 of our favorite plants to incorporate into our clients’ homes!

Use a Cactus to Bring the Outdoors in, Especially in Phoenix Design

As an Arizona-based interior design firm, we love bringing the outdoors in with cacti. Available in various sizes and heights, these versatile plants can be styled on a small shelf or planted in a floor planter to maximize space in interiors with tall ceilings. In our Black Rock Project’s entryway, we added a faux cacti to fill in the wall space next to the bench and artwork.



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Olive Trees Create Peace & Harmony

Symbolizing peace and harmony, we love curating serene spaces with olive trees. Investing in a realistic-looking, higher-end faux plant is key to fooling the eye of those with even the greenest of thumbs. In our Fanfol Project, we filled the corner of the large living space with this 7-foot faux olive tree from Crate and Barrel. To further personalize the plant for our space and add a dash of contrast, we planted the tree in a black, circular planter.

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Vases with Stems

If you’ve been following us for a while, you’d know that vases are one of our favorite accessories to style on top of cabinets and console tables. You can take your tablescape a step further by adding real or faux branches to the vases. McGee & Co. is one of our favorite shops for sourcing dainty and delightful greenery like this! We recommend bending and fluffing the branches for an extra realistic look.

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A Snake Plant is Perfect the Not-So Green Thumb

Don’t have a green thumb or aren’t in love with the look of faux plants? You’re in luck: snake plants are incredibly low maintenance and require little care in order to flourish. With the ability to survive in low light levels and without fresh water for 2-8 weeks, these eye-catching plants are perfect for incorporating authentic color into your home with ease.

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Brighten and Fill Large Space with a Fig Tree

Symbolizing prosperity and wellbeing, fig trees are another great option for maximizing space in larger interiors. We love how the lush leaves can help brighten and liven up any space. In our Fanfol Project, we opted to style it in a wicker basket for a more natural, boho feel.

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Rattan: A New Design Trend to Weave Into Your Interiors

Rattan: A New Design Trend to Weave Into Your Interiors

Today we’re sharing a design trend that you’re going to want to weave into your interiors ASAP. Dating back in popularity for centuries, rattan is a natural material commonly woven into wicker. Formerly used to accessorize a home’s outdoor areas, rattan is now making it’s way inside and we can’t help but swoon over the organic and serene feel it adds to a room. Read on for four ways to incorporate this trending texture into your home!

 

Rattan Furniture

One way we’ve been incorporating rattan into recent client projects is through furniture. In our Montevista Project, we incorporated a large rattan cabinet to serve as the focal point for this room. Our clients couldn’t get enough of the soft, textural twist this modern piece added to the space!

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Rattan Accessories

If you’re not convinced you love rattan enough to commit to investing in large furniture pieces, try incorporating pops of this material into your home through accessories! Whether styled on a shelf or hung on a wall, small details, like this storage box, are perfect for bringing a touch of warmth and texture into any space.

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Rattan Seating

In the heart of our Ironwood Project’s kitchen, we incorporated counter stools with rattan on the back rest. Subtle yet striking, this detail brought a refreshed and modern take on retro into the space. We love how it tied together the neutral tones incorporated throughout the surrounding kitchen!

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Rattan Lighting

Though commonly woven into wicker, rattan is a versatile material that does not always have to be. Consider incorporating the material into your home as lighting! We styled this strong and durable vine in our Fairway Project’s family room as an intricate and modern light fixture. Chandeliers are like the jewelry of your home, and we love how this unique fixture instantly draws guests in.

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Fluted Materials a Long-Loved Technique + 2022 Design Trend

Fluted Materials a Long-Loved Technique + 2022 Design Trend

If you’re looking to add visual interest and a pop of texture to your interior, look no further than fluted materials. An ancient technique used in architecture, this design trend is comprised of shallow grooves along a single surface. The resulting clean lines are a delicate way to bring balance and height into any space.

We’ve loved incorporating fluted materials into past interior design projects and we expect this design trend to only continue increasing in popularity this year. Read on for three ways to incorporate fluting into your home!

Fluted Furniture

A simple way to incorporate fluting into your home is through furniture. In our recent Fairway Project, we aimed to add fun elements in each room for the ultimate “wow” factor. The fluted details on this dining table was a beautiful complement to the adjacent floating shelves and linear pattern on the Roman shades. Talk about clean lines for days in this space!

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Similarly, in our 83rd Place Project, we incorporated a fluted desk that added just the right amount of detail to the space. Balancing simple and sophisticated, this piece really helped us take the look of this room to the next level. Work from home life wouldn’t be so bad in a space as stunning as this one!

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Fluted Cabinets

Another one of our favorite ways to incorporate fluting into projects is through cabinets and drawers! Beauty meets functional in our Trailside View Project, where we incorporated a wooden vanity with fluted cabinets. We love the modern elegance it added to the interior, while still providing the necessary storage for our clients.

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Fluted Kitchen Hood

We may or may not have saved the best example for last. In our Fairway Project, we added a fluted hood that again paired beautifully between the adjacent floating shelves. We anticipate that the hood’s unique and unexpected finish will instantly turn the heads of anyone who enters the heart of this home.

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Curtain Rod Alternatives – DIY Curtain Rods

Unique Alternatives to Curtain Rods

Are you looking for creative alternatives to curtain rods? You’re in luck! If having regular rods doesn’t sound exciting to you, we’ve got you covered! We are sharing four great ideas that will bring a fresh style to your home.

Copper pipes

Copper pipes

Copper pipes are a popular alternative when it comes tocurtain rods. Copper is strong and resistant, which is important to support the weight of your curtains. You can easily find them in the size and thickness that you need.

Copper pipes offer a unique and modern look to your design. We recommend adding other copper elements into the room to create a harmonious style. You could have copper cooking pots hanging in the kitchen, copper candle holders, copper glasses, etc.

Before going for copper pipes, take into consideration the color of your curtains to make sure they match that strong copper tone.

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Ropes

Using a rope is another creative alternative instead of going for a rod or a pipe. You will want to make sure to pick a thicker, more resistant rope especially if you have heavy curtains.

We love using ropes when we are looking to create a natural look. You can then also use other rope elements throughout the room to enhance a sustainable style in your home.

 

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Tree branch

Yes, you can use a tree branch as a curtain rod! The challenge is that you will need a thick, sturdy, long, straight branch.

Once you acquire that, it will become a complete part of your design. The tree branch will create a lovely boho natural vibe.

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Valances

Another great option is adding a valance or cornice to hide any hardware and provide an elegant finishing touch. You can find many options for materials, colors, and patterns for your valances.

We still love custom drapery with a substantial curtain rod, but hopefully, these other ideas gave you some good ideas to set yourself apart from the norm.

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