From Luxury to Necessity:
The Evolving Role of Mirrors
I design
attention-grabbing designs.
About me
I can design for you
Hello! I am a designer from Seoul, a product designer who wakes up everyday excited to solve problems through
beautiful & data-driven designs. I help brands define their culture and thrive. From brand strategy to design to
communication, we create something that stands out today, so that people can hold onto tomorrow.
Every brand has the power to shape the future. We help them make their impact meaningful and memorable.
Design process
This is how
my design works
This six-step process maps out how I approach design problems and leverage user insights and cross-team collaboration to fuel iterative improvement.
01
Identify
the Problem
Isolate the critical issue by
dissecting user pain points
and initial observations
02
Understand
the Scope
Assess the user needs, business
objectives, and technical constraints
to frame the design challenge.
03
Design
Solutions
Ideate solutions to resolve immediate
user needs while staying true to the
overarching product vision.
04
Collaborate
with Team
Work closely with business and
technical teams to align design
solutions with overarching goals.
05
Gather
Feedback
Conduct user testing and gather feedback
in cycles, refining the design until it
meets predefined acceptance criteria.
06
Analyz
and Iterate
Implement the final design, measure its
impact through key metrics, and continuously
refine for an optimal user experience.
For centuries, mirrors were esteemed as luxurious objects, celebrated not only for their decorative beauty but also for their symbolic association with opulence and power. Early humans, fascinated by their reflections, utilized calm waters, polished stones, and other reflective surfaces to glimpse their images. Yet, it was only in the 19th century that mirrors began to accurately reflect their images, thanks to advancements in glassmaking technology. The challenge of producing sturdy glass with a perfectly flat surface, along with the intricate process of applying reflective materials, marked a significant technological achievement. In regions such as Ghadames in Libya, mirrors transcended their decorative role to become functional necessities. The harsh desert winds necessitated the design of homes without traditional windows, opting instead for ceilings pierced to admit light, which was then reflected by mirrors adorning the walls. This innovative approach allowed for both illumination and ventilation in the absence of conventional windows. However, mirrors remained a luxury, inaccessible to many, who resorted to cutting holes in walls and using candles as an alternative. Today, mirrors continue to straddle the line between function and aesthetics. In the Middle East, mirrors are not only employed for practical purposes like entryways and bathroom vanities but are also strategically placed for decorative effect, enhancing the visual appeal of spaces above stoves or behind beds. Mirrors have also found their place in prominent locations across landmarks, serving a dual purpose of personal reflection and space promotion. Reflecting on the journey from a coveted luxury to a versatile tool, Amira’s interest in mirrors has led her to explore their historical and contemporary uses. Amira seeks to occupy this unique intersection of decoration and functionality, striving to present thoughtful interpretations of mirrors in our modern context.
eye mirror - aamira
2024 000mm*mm
