Many people consider the elevator a simple mechanism: you press a button, the cab moves, and it takes you to the desired floor. But when the human factor is added to the elevator, it becomes a place where not only technology affects comfort and peace of mind.
A mirror in the elevator is technically unnecessary: the elevator will work without a mirror. But a mirror improves the user experience: it gives a person a sense of security, calmness, and comfort.
In ordinary devices, there is a concept of "what is happening?" through indicators, light bulbs, or signals. In the elevator, after pressing the button, there is often silence - even if the floors change, a person can feel uncertain. At the same time, the mirror reflects movement and helps prevent the cabin from appearing like a "dead box," reducing mental tension.
Due to the narrowness of the cabin, the walls exert pressure. The mirror creates the illusion of depth, making the elevator appear wider and reducing the feeling of tightness. Another important aspect: when unfamiliar people go out in the elevator together, they don't know where to look. The mirror is a neutral point, mitigating discomfort.
Also, when you have to wait, time seems to pass slowly. The mirror distracts attention and makes waiting easier. It also has practical benefits: it makes it easier to turn and move in a narrow elevator, especially for a person in a wheelchair.
In short, the mirror in the elevator is not necessary for operating the elevator, but it is essential for a person to feel calm, comfortable, and confident.
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