new perspective mirrors by alain gilles for bonaldo

new perspective mirrors by alain gilles for bonaldo

designer alian gilles takes a light-hearted approach in ‘new perspective’, a two-mirror collection created for italian company bonaldo. bearing the original sketch of gilles himself, the mirrors convey a stylized, cartoon-like perspective printed directly on the reflective surface.

a cartoon-like representation of an extra perspective; different color versions are available
all images © alain gilles

the concept for ‘new perspective’ can be seen in its selected title. hoping to bring life and depth to an ordinarily stagnant object, the design has an innate sense of warmth and human-mark. two size options are available, with color finishes in red, blue, green, black, and copper. the smaller version comes with an anthracite strained wood shelf for utilization on the wall or as a standalone piece. ‘new perspective’ was designed by alain gilles for bonaldo.

the work is based on the original sketch of the concept

‘new perspective XXL’ in sample interior

mirror with anthracite oak shelf

a shelf turns the small unit into a functional piece ideal for objects like keys 

add a vase to the shelf to create different perspectives in the room

the small mirror looks like a mid-wall portal into another world

project info:

name: ‘new perspective’
designer: alain gilles
client: bonaldo italia
materials:  mirror, silkscreen print, wood
dimensions: large, 106cm x 178 cm/41.73” x 70.08”; small, 47cm x 80cm/18.5” x 31.5”; shelf 93cm x 18cm x 3.5cm/36.6” x 7.09” x 1.38”

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edited by: nick brink | designboom