Typically the first impression of your home, a hallway presents a spectacular opportunity to showcase your style and make guests feel welcome.
Looking for inspiration for your abode? We’ve collected some fabulous ideas to make your home’s hallway more than just an entryway…
Experiment with colour and detail
A hallway can often be quite a forgotten space, but there are plenty of clever ways to give it personality. If you’re wanting to make a statement that will be seen as soon as you step inside, consider incorporating a bold colour accent or even wallpaper. Prefer to keep things subtle? You can still create an impact with details such as wainscotting, VJ panelling or even integrated robe-style storage in a simple colour palette. Visually breaking up the hallway from its connecting space can make this entryway feel a little less utilitarian and more welcoming.
Alternatively, if you’re aiming for a seamless look, be sure to use the same or a similar shade of paint to the tones in your central living area. Fresh white hues and neutral tones are popular as they allow natural light to flow throughout and make hallways feel more spacious. Calming shades like sage green and pale grey can complement charming character homes while creating cohesiveness.
Make it functional
Wanting to maximise functionality in your property? Your hallway has incredible potential! A clever idea is to create a stylish ‘grab and go’ station with all the essentials you’ll need as you’re leaving home. Set up a console table with a trinket dish for keys or sunglasses, for example. You can also store ‘occasional items’ such as umbrellas and shopping bags in a buffet-style cabinet.
If a ‘mudroom’ has always been on your wish-list, install hooks for hanging hats, bags or scarves. Budget-permitting, you can also install floor-to-ceiling cupboards and bench seating that will come in handy when taking off shoes or storing children’s school gear.
Don’t overlook décor
Often the main thoroughfare of the home, hallways can typically be more about function than form but that doesn’t have to be the case. Adding a console table (a long hallway table) with decorative pieces is a fantastic idea for breaking up a blank space while also keeping things sleek and not overly cluttered. Seek out options that complement your existing furniture and feel free to use something unique if it suits your décor; bar carts and antique pieces can make your hallway look straight out of an interior design magazine! A word to the wise – whatever you choose, ensure the item’s edges are rounded or softened to avoid any potentially painful bumps.
To really up the elegance, bring in a lengthy runner-style rug as it will draw your eye towards the end of the hallway and create a sense of space. Eye-catching pendant or sconce lights also add grandeur, while a mirror can reflect natural light and make the space feel airy. Also, art is also your friend – make a statement with a large piece or turn your hallway into a gallery with a collection of smaller artworks.
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