Woud Mirror Barb - Large

The Woud Mirror Barb Large is one of those smart designs that solves multiple problems without making a big deal about it. Designer Martin Zanolin created this 26-centimeter circular mirror from solid white-pigmented oak that works both as a wall-mounted mirror and a handheld one - it comes with both a mounting bracket and an integrated handle so you can use it however makes sense for your space. The faceted glass surface catches light in interesting ways instead of just being flat reflective glass, which makes it feel more decorative than your typical bathroom mirror. The oak frame has this warm, natural finish that works with most interior styles, and the whole thing feels substantial enough to last but not so heavy that it's annoying to handle.

What makes the Barb really practical is how well it transitions between mounted and portable use. When it's on the wall, it only sticks out about 2 inches, but the handle extends it to almost 4 inches when you need to grab it. The 4.4-pound weight gives it a quality feel without being cumbersome, and the circular design means you don't have to stress about getting it perfectly level during installation. Whether you mount it in the bathroom for daily grooming, set it on a dresser as both decoration and function, or toss it in a drawer for travel, the solid oak construction and quality glass handle regular use and moving around without showing wear.

Woud comes out of Denmark with founders Mia and Torben Koed Hansen focusing on furniture that actually improves daily life rather than just looking good in photos. Martin Zanolin, the Austrian designer behind the Barb, brings this minimalist approach that fits perfectly with Scandinavian design traditions - he's particularly interested in sustainability and materials that age gracefully. Since starting in 2014, Woud has built a reputation for working with international designers while maintaining that Nordic philosophy where good design should make life easier without calling attention to itself.