Author : Dana Kaplan
Comment:
I have watched you design many of my friends’ apts over the years. I love all of your projects.. I am trenovating my new apt but can’t afford a decorator. (my friends have a lot more money than I have) I need your guidance….I love your signature HUGE mirror “look” and I have a huge Foyer, 9ft x 42ft long. I want to put one of your huge mirrors in the foyer. Any suggestions as to size? (I have 9ft ceilings) also, do you know where I can get one made?
Also, while I love the idea of a large mirror, how do you get them in an elevator… Do you have to hoist them through a window?? please say ,”no.” thanks, Dana
Vicente Responds:
Dana, these large mirrors arrive in pieces and are put together on site. 8′ square always works well, but I suggest hiring a creative designer to help you decide which size will work best for you. In the long run it will save you money because you are going to make mistakes and those are usually costly. Think of what your budget is, approach somebody and see if they are able to work with you. If not, be prepared to pay for mistakes. Sometimes a designer’s showroom, like mine does, will provide you with some designing assistance at a fraction of the designer’s cost. Why don’t you contact Trudi at VW Home and see what she can do for you?
#1 by cityfarmer on March 12, 2010 - 3:33 pm
who would’ve thought …
we brought a king size matress thru a window once … it was actually quite entertaining …
#2 by Terry on March 12, 2010 - 8:10 pm
This is the essence the value of pro design: “In the long run it will save you money because you are going to make mistakes and those are usually costly.” Costly mistakes happen to amateurs with small budgets too.
#3 by Karena on March 12, 2010 - 9:52 pm
So true, I have some gorgeous mirrors, prefer art at focal points as over a mantle, however for drama and reelection large mirrors are a must!
Karena
Art by Karena
#4 by Gary Nelling on March 12, 2010 - 10:18 pm
Vicente – This is a very handsome space. I hope the rest of the project is published in your new book or a magazine. – Gary
#5 by todd haley on March 12, 2010 - 11:33 pm
i am sorry but this is a story i have hear all too often in the industry – mistakes can be (and usually are) very expensive. at the risk of sounding a bit snide, i do not understand how anyone who has a foyer of those does dimensions cannot afford to consult a professional for advice – plse tell me that you did not have a painting party with your friends and order pizza as a thank you -