Your hallway = the very first impression your casa makes.
Why then do we usually neglect it? Why do we turn it into some kind of a drop zone for everything, from old sneakers to stray umbrellas? Nobody knows. However, we’ll give you a couple of smart tips on how to transform this funny little space using the simplest items like a colored world map, statement storage, and other win-win options.
Create a Personal Art Gallery
After all, why not introduce your loved ones to your guests? Your hallway is a great place to do that. Pick your personal top 10 pics, choose the frames that fit both your interior and photos’ palette, and let your imagination do the job.
The best part – you shouldn’t stop at family photos. Travel finds, vintage posters, or even a couple of abstracts will rock your setting as well.
The eye-level rule for a museum aesthetic: it’s better to center your main line of frames around 57–60 inches from the floor.
Let Colors Work Some Magic
Your hallway should look like you always think of it. After all, it serves as a link between the world outside and your personal haven. Let this connector shine! Choose bright colors for the walls or use bold wallpaper so it feels as if your entrance says hi the very moment you enter the room. Plus, this will enable you to make the hallway part of your home story.
Don’t Let Chaos Win
Yes, we know it. Hallways are usually like magnets for clutter. All those school bags, sneakers, umbrellas, glasses, lipsticks, and other stuff seem to settle there so easily. Here’s the thing: do not try to combat the clutter! Your task is to lead it. Add cupboards and drawers whenever possible (even under stairs!). If in need of more storage options, here you go:
- Open storage. Keep all of your items that you use every day here. Use baskets, hooks, benches, etc.
- Hidden storage. All those supplies for cleaning, coats, and sports equipment will look good here.
Texture Always Rocks
If you need an instant dose of color, warmth, and pattern, rugs are your best allies in this. Besides, it’s the quickest and easiest update that you can make, not for all the money in the world. We recommend picking a vintage Persian, bold geometric, or striped runner to make the space visually larger.
Use non-slip rugs only!
Make Your Guests Go Wow
It’s up to you to choose how exactly you are going to do it. Pick a joyful feature that will make your eyes shine every time your guests walk through the door. Think a stained-glass chandelier, a world map with tracks for all of your adventures, playful photoset, larger-than-life plants, or African tribal sculptures – use everything that provides an eye-catching element to your décor.
