We spotted this idea in a recent tour of LA-based designer Hillary Hayne's kitchen: refacing kitchen cabinets with mirrors. Inspired by an antique mirror that she had, Hayne replicated the look thanks to mirror maker Ginette Lemonnier who created these sepia-toned mirrors by adding acid to the back create that tarnished effect.
[ Photo from House Beautiful ]
Hayne says, "When I was thinking about the upper cabinets in this kitchen, I knew I didn't want to overuse the wood. Too heavy. Frosted glass? Too contemporary...[These mirrors] glow in the light and add a hint of glamour. I was trying to get away from the typical glass uppers."
Check out Hillary Hayne's LA kitchen and interview at House Beautiful.
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Kinda more interested in the Barnwood cabinets themselves...
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Doubt if you would be if they were just another barn wood cabinet. Booooooring! The worn mirrored surface makes the look.
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Really?
I've never seen custom barnwood kitchen cabinets (tables, etc. - sure) until now, which is why I find them most interesting since its obvious that these are not your typical home-store modular cabinets.
Mirrors in kitchens - that I've seen...
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I am not a fan on mirrors on cabinets.
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