How to design a hallway or corridor

Asha Bogenfuerst Asha Bogenfuerst
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Usually, the hallway and corridor is the first thing visitors see when they arrive at the entrance to your house. That is why it is so important to ensure that this space is always flawless. The homify website offers hundreds of idea possibilities to transform a corridor into an elegant and cozy space, which will make your guests delight in your home. If the hall gives access to a narrow hallway, or if it's practically a room in the house, it does not matter, at homify you can browse through furniture, decorations and other details that are perfect for your home. 

Some people want to completely redecorate their hallway, totally change the coverings and paint the walls and floors, while others prefer only a different lighting or a dresser in the hallway to give a new face to the entrance of the house. Whether it's for large or small projects for hallways and corridors, homify helps you choose the most appropriate furniture, tones, rugs and everything to make the most of your space when decorating. Beyond beautiful, ideas are always practical so you can enjoy every corner of your home with intelligence and elegance.

1. How to make the most of storage space in a hallway

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Many people ignore the potential of corridors when designing storage spaces. However, if you know where to put the hall furniture and optimize the space under the stairs, the hallway can be a very useful storage space. If this is your goal, in homify you will find many ideas and the ideal professionals, such as interior architects or interior decorators, to achieve your goal. No matter the shape of the stairs in your hallway or if the hallway is like a room with space for a chandelier and tables., whatever the type of project, you can transform the hallway into a beautiful part of the house.

2. How can I make a nice hallway?

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A hallway need not just be a passageway to enter the house. Even narrow corridors can be transformed into cozy spaces where people can have a conversation or have a glass of wine during a party. homify helps you choose soft carpets, floor boards for flooring, carpeting in appropriate colors, plus a variety of lamps or other lighting effects to create a welcoming atmosphere for your hallway. Some color and light schemes are also great for giving a feeling of more space to a hallway or hall. You may be surprised how a few touches can turn a seemingly tight hallway into a rather pleasant environment.

3. What kind of furniture do I need for a hallway?

Because corridors are usually small spaces in the house, it is critical to ensure that they do not look disorganized. But that does not mean you have to totally avoid the furniture. An elegant table with a telephone or lamp, a small basket to leave your mail, a flower pot or even a couple of chairs (if you have space) with cushions, for your visitors to relax, can transform your hallway into a beautiful part of the home. Of course, there is no need to have any furniture in your hallway. If there is no space, you can use color and lighting to create a cozy effect. The key to an interesting corridor is to use the space in the best possible way, and for this the homify gives you ideas and inspiration so you know exactly how to do this. For more inspiration, here are 36 main entrance ideas perfect for small houses.

4. What style should I choose for my corridor

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Homify has lots of different ideas for corridors, so be sure there's something that will please you here. A modern-style hallway, for example, is great for a chic first impression. Already a rustic hallway will help you to welcome with an older air. One golden rule for designing a hallway is to keep in mind the style of the rest of the house and then think about the decoration of the hallway, the stairs and the hall. However, it is always possible to take the opportunity to redecorate some other areas of the house along with the hallway. Homify helps you do this very well. Here you can browse different themes and style ideas for each environment of the house. Below are three key themes that you can use in your corridor's design. You may be surprised by the diversity of these options and their different designs. For example, a corridor in minimalist style can be really quite substantial. 

Modern corridor

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A modern-style hallway will feature shiny ornaments and metal decor items. Think of spacious white walls or other light colors, metal banisters and elegant furnishings. If there is space in the hallway, you can also display a small contemporary sculpture on a sideboard or hang a modern art on the walls to be admired at the entrance of the house. An artistic lighting system can be a great idea for a modern hallway and you can try out this option with metal fixtures or small futuristic glass fixtures. This corridor style is perfect for contemporary apartments, blending with the elegant urban feel of a modern metropolitan architecture. However, you can also create an airy corridor in modern style on an old country style feel as well.

Rustic corridor

Receive guests in a traditional way with a rustic style hallway. Evoking nature with a wallpaper with green leaves or choosing wooden beams and rustic furniture contrasting with white walls is a good request. Add some paintings of rustic landscapes on the walls, flowers picked by you in a vase next to the door, on a thick rug, to create a cozy effect. Homify has no limits when it comes to suggesting ideas for a hallway, or even an entire house. For a rustic design, check out the interior design ideas here at homify in the rustic section. This corridor style is ideal for nature lovers, who have affinity with the countryside, or for those who want to make room for traditional values of hospitality.

Minimalist corridor

Alternatively, keep everything super-simple in a minimalist style corridor. This type of environment is especially suitable for small hallways, with a focus on keeping everything cheerful, organized, and easily accessible. But you can decorate a great hallway with a minimalist style too, if that pleases you. Imagine light walls, minimal furniture and simple but effective lighting. Functionality is a good definition when designing a minimalist corridor, where everything in that corridor has a well-defined function. Choosing for a minimalist hallway is a great way to reduce clutter, but that does not mean you can not give personality to your hallway. Carefully chosen paints or wallpapers, smart storage options for the bottom of the stairs and a single well-chosen work of art will also allow you to give the personal touch to your minimalist corridor. 

For more inspirational ideas for your home, have a look at our article titled 5 ideas to arrange your living room.

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