Most mirrors are practical but forgettable, hanging on walls like silent witnesses to our daily routines. But Müge Kahraman had a different vision when she created the Baggage Claim Mirrors series. More than just reflective surfaces, these are sculptural statements that transform the simple act of checking your appearance into an encounter with playful, colorful art.
The inspiration came from an unexpected place: the hypnotic loop of airport baggage carousels. Kahraman found herself mesmerized by the continuous movement, the way colorful luggage pieces overlapped and circled endlessly. That moment of travel-induced contemplation became the foundation for a mirror series that captures movement, disruption, and the beauty of everyday chaos in static form.
Designer: Müge Kahraman
The series includes three distinct designs that bring the carousel concept to life in different ways. Baggage Claim-O and Baggage Claim-I are both full-length mirrors with round frames, perfect for bedrooms or entryways. Baggage Claim-M takes the concept smaller, creating a tabletop makeup mirror that brings the same energy to your vanity or desk space.
Each mirror starts with a colored MDF frame that serves as the foundation for the real magic. Vibrant slices of colored mirror glass overlap the main reflective surface, creating layers that catch light and throw it back in unexpected directions. The series comes in six bold colorways, including Rose and Marine, each combination carefully chosen to balance warmth with contemporary edge.
The visual effect is immediately captivating. Those overlapping colored slices break up your reflection in the most delightful way, creating a fractured yet harmonious view that invites you to see yourself from new angles. It’s like looking into a kaleidoscope that happens to show your face, transforming the mundane mirror check into a moment of visual discovery.
These mirrors work as functional art in the truest sense. They’re completely usable for getting dressed, applying makeup, or simply checking your appearance, but they also serve as instant focal points that energize any space. The colored slices add movement and personality to rooms that might otherwise feel static or predictable.
What’s really clever about the Baggage Claim series is how it taps into that universal experience of travel while creating something deeply personal for your home. Every time you catch your reflection, you’re reminded of journeys taken and adventures yet to come. The mirrors bring a sense of movement and curiosity to daily routines that might otherwise feel repetitive.
Kahraman’s mirrors remind us that inspiration can strike anywhere, even while waiting for luggage at the airport. Sometimes the most unexpected moments lead to the most delightful design solutions. The Baggage Claim series proves that everyday objects don’t have to be ordinary. They just need someone willing to see them through fresh eyes and transform them into something extraordinary.
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