We’ve seen some incredible mirrors on Trend Hunter, from the uniquely designed to the tech-infused. These mirrors not only allow people to see themselves, they also offer alternative features. Really advanced designs, for example, can help you multi-task by displaying your SMS messages.
“Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who is the fairest of them all?” According to the Mirror Mirror, the answer to that question is you… or who ever happens to be standing in front of it. The mirror, designed by Joop Steenkamer, not only shows you your beautiful reflection, but is also printed with words telling you just how ravishing you are.
Take a look at some more cutting edge mirrors:
For the Home
This Stylish “mirror’ that transforms into an electronic touch screen family message center, is part of the “Simplicity” range of concept innovations that will sooner than later be shaping our future and one of three Philips Prototypes (there are more coming) i have chosen to write about. Check out … [More]
Icon Nicholson a designer revealed a Magic Mirror concept that lets you capture pictures of every clothes you fit with its integrated camera, to help you find the right outfit that suits you. You can also send the pictures to your friends to let them decide for you. [More]
If you continued to live your life the way you do right now, how would you look in three decades? The Persuasive Mirror tracks everything you do, then takes your actions into account when assessing your projected reflection. Via cameras installed throughout your home, the mirror sees it all, from … [More]
Now you can watch TV while brushing your teeth and getting ready in the morning. The Seura Television Mirror is a LCD HDTV display that can be hidden behind a bathroom mirror. You can choose your screen size of 26 to 45 inches. When you turn off the TV it vanishes and appears to be just one of those… [More]
The Shiny Mirror Balls digital mirror is made from 921 chrome-plated plastic balls affixed on 921 hexagonal black-anodized aluminum tube extrusions. It continuously scans its “surface” using a digital camera in order to generate a pixelated picture of what it “reflects”. [More]
Imagine never having to stick your hand in a toilet bowl again, never having to scrape crusted on food off a pan or never having to scrub at scuff marks on the floor. In the future, you could have a robot that does all the messy work for you thanks to a new customized, Virtual Butler. Even simpler… [More]
The Razorblade Mirror, designed by Phil Sims, is a sharp looking design (bad pun) that adds character to your wall. The design will be sold by Suck.Uk, but pricing details are not yet available. Suck describes, “Classic imagery for your wall. Not only is this a pretty damn cool object to put on th… [More]
Clay Rochemont, aka “HXFOUR”, is pioneering the local art scene in Toronto, Canada. His latest work, “Who’s The Fairest?”, is a black mirror using a 1/4 inch thick piece of ultra high gloss acrylic. The piece in the picture is 28×42 and retails at about $471USD. He can customize to any size so,… [More]
The basic idea is nothing new - a vanity sink with a mirror above for checking your teeth and teasing your hair. The Secjo design from Altamarea goes a little outside the box, however, by making the mirror and vanity. one and the same. The sink is a metal bucket and a shaded lamp completes the desi… [More]
Unleash your inner swashbuckler with the Pirate Self Portrait Mirror deigned by Jeannie Choe and Steven Tomlinson. The 16” x 12” mirror has etched out patches that make it appear as if you’re wearing an eye patch. If you capture the right alignment with your reflection, the silhouette of a parrot … [More]
How do I love myself, let me count the ways… You’ll never look at a mirror the same way again, after seeing these extraordinary designs. Shapes are unusual to say the least; they’re whimsical and intriguing. The mirrors are a reflection of you, and can make a strong statement about your flair for … [More]
Public Spaces
Magic Display China has created a unique mirror that also acts a an advertising display. Usually found in public toilets, ads are screened when no one is directly in front. When individuals come closer and choose to wash their hands or check themselves out, the display then turns into a mirror. [More]
Addirect combines advertising and technical innovation with their AddMirror, making the mirror as a medium to display ads. It works as an ordinary mirror that “reveals up to six A4-sized “hidden” advertisements using pre-set lighting sequences.”AddMirrors are place in spots that “guarantee… [More]
For the Car
Launched in Europe recently the Mirror-Call™ by Go eXtra has introduced the next generation of in-car communication technology. It’s set for a meteoric rise in popularity as the mobile phone and motoring industries climb over one another to utilise the Mirror-Call™. Even organisations like The… [More]
Car GPS units are ugly if they aren’t standard equipment. The Mirror Pilot looks good because the cables and suction cups are gone, and everything is embedded in the rear view mirror. MirrorPilot uses Antaris with two and three dimension maps, voice and message channels. No more charging, no more lo… [More]
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Philips IN Touch - Futuristic Message Board and Mirror
Magic Mirror - Internet Connected Mirror Helps Pick Your Outfit
Magic Mirror Shows You 30 Years from Now - Persuasive Mirror (GALLERY)
Seura Television Mirror
Shiny Mirror Balls
Customized Robot Jeeves - Virtual Butler Summoned Through Magic Mirror (GALLERY)
Razorblade Mirror - Add a Little Edge to Your Wall
Black Mirror - Who’s The Fairest? by HXFOUR
Vanity With Built-In Mirror - Secjo by Altamarea
Pirate Self Portrait - Eye Patch & Parrot Mirror (GALLERY)
Heart Mirrors Reflect Your Style - Narcisse Mirrors by Domestic (GALLERY)
Incredible Advertising - The Magic Mirror (VIDEO)
Addirect’s AddMirror - Highly-Targeted Ambient Media
Mirror-Call - Bluetooth Rear View Mirror
Rearview Mirror With Embedded GPS - Mirror Pilot
Favorited by Jeremy Gutsche on Apr 16, 08
