Modern mirrors are more than just a pretty face. New designs integrate lighting, providing soft illumination and reducing glare and shadows on the reflective surface. Here’s a look at the fairest of them all:
Grey by Kendo Mobiliario: A collection of five wall-mounted consoles are made of smoke gray mirrors with matching mirrored drawers. An optional LED provides indirect downlighting. www.kendomobiliario.com
Rigel by Artemide: Designed by Carlotta de Bevilacqua, the lamp unit is made of chromed metal, steel, glass molded with a filigree diffuser. It is a mirror when turned off; when illuminated by touch keyboard or remote control, RGB light sources shine through the glass. A halogen source at the top produces indirect white light. www.artemide.com
Speci by Lineabeta: A new collection of wall mirrors includes built-in LED light sources, demisters, and touch-screen controls. www.lineabeta.com
Soho collection by Codis Bath: The modular collection includes several combinations of open modules and closed storage units along with mirrors in square and round shapes. Backlighting ensures uniform illumination, eliminating shadows. www.codisbath.com
Moonlight Mirrors by Covo: Designed by Richard Hutten, the mirror’s reflective back surface creates a colored aura on the wall behind it—no electrical source required. www.covo.it
