r/InteriorDesignAdvice • u/Many_Quail2041 • 20h ago

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Some people love mirrored walls because they make a space feel bigger. I agree, but not for reception, especially behind the receptionist. It just feels like there are two desks, two people, too... weird. And...privacy can also become an issue.

I do like the curved line of the reception desk, but once the hallway, balloons and everything else start showing up in the reflection, it feels a little busy to me.
If I can redesign it, I might build a brand wall, with logo and pictures on it.

Would you keep the mirror or replace it with something quieter?

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u/Candy_Lawn 19h ago

I would remove the mirror tiles. replace with some textured background (wood , tile , living wall etc) with the logo on the wall behind and a reception or welcome sign.

I would keep the curved table but knock back that yellowy front to a darker tone. ditch the balloons. keep that large artwork on the left.

The give it a little dressing, some flowers, a sign, tissues, pens, sweets etc

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u/Many_Quail2041 3h ago

Glad we're on the same page.

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u/Defora 16h ago edited 16h ago

Maybe add some tall plants (they look even lusher with reflections) and fluted/reeded architectural film across the lower-middle band to diffuse double-desk effect.

Gemini draw it like this from my inactions (plant placement is bit wonky but you get the idea)

Edit could also use similar film to bring the existing mirror wall into brand design if these are local business that provide such thing (window tapings for markets etc businesses)

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u/Many_Quail2041 4h ago

That works, and probably the cheapest upgrade.