15 Rooms That Prove Round Mirrors Are a Must Have

"Mirrors are an alternative to art, and adding the round shape creates a bit of softness. That’s why I think they’re having a moment," says Jesse DeSanti, principal designer of Jette Creative. Jesse says the mirror selection for this living room took careful consideration. "We wanted something grand to grab your attention but not compete with the other pieces in the room. A large mirror does that because it tends to reflect the other pieces in the space, especially light. It allows you to see the adjacent elements and windows," she explains. "The round shape was chosen because, although the furnishings are soft, they’re linear and have clean, straight lines. Adding the roundness makes a harder, colder material feel soft."

A small, round mirror proves the perfect choice for this farmhouse-style powder room. A rectangular or square shape would fight with the lines of the wide-plank paneling, but the circular selection is completely unobtrusive to the design. The sink mimics the shape of the mirror, adding a pleasing dose of symmetry to the space.

"Round mirrors act as a focal point in a room and are especially effective in spaces that don't have square ceilings," says Lauren Geremia, principal designer of Geremia Design. "Positioned strategically, they can highlight unusual angles and draw attention to interesting architectural features," she adds. Take a cue from her stunning bedroom design, and try a round mirror in a room with an eye-catching ceiling.

Circular mirrors can help achieve balance in a space that’s mixing multiple shapes and design styles. The mirror in this living room is modern in design but soft in shape. This helps to mesh the angular, clean-lined sofa with the round, hand-carved side table.