We know that first impressions are very important and hallways help us to set the tone for the rest of the house. Do not overlook this area, nor treat them as boring corridors or dumping ground, with these simple ideas you can transform the entrance of your home and make an attractive first impression.
Storage for hallways
Regardless of the style of your home and even the size of your hallway, there is always room for storage. This is key if you want to keep it tidy and be able to transit to the rest of the house with ease. First of all, think how you use or how you would like to use this area.
If there is no where else in the house to keep coats and shoes, and if you have space in the hallway, you can add a small built-in wardrobe to keep coats and umbrellas, but if the space is tight a row of hooks can work wonders. If you have space you can add a bench and add storage underneath to keep shoes out of sight.
An umbrella holder is not only a practical object but also can be decorative if chosen carefully.
Furniture for hallways
A long narrow side table where to sit one or two table lamps, can also create a space to keep keys, a candle or diffuser, today's post (not a week's worth of mail!), or a place to leave a note is always a great idea if you have the space. You can also be creative and add decorative objects carefully selected, I know one or two of our paperweights are styling some hall tables adding a splash of colour and something different.
A bench or a small chair can be both practical and decorative if there is enough space to keep it.
Colour and decor for hallways
There is no right or wrong here. You can select a warm and inviting colour for the walls, a dramatic colour to create a statement, or wallpaper to add either texture or character.
Hallways are a great place to display art. One large print or a photograph in a small space always makes a great statement, and gallery walls are often a choice for home entrances. Browse our curated selection of limited edition prints for great ideas on how to add art to your hallway.
Flooring and rugs for hallways
Never underestimate the power of the floor in this part of the house. If you cannot change it, adding a rug long and wide enough can work wonders, if it is too small it will make the area look small and the rug out of place. If you can change it the world is your oyster! Patterned tiles, herringbone floor whether is wooden, stone or tiles, take time to choose the right one, you won't regret it.
Image credits - Christopher Horwood, Hallway with coat rack. James McDonald, Blue hallway with side table. Paul Massey, Hallway designer by Ben Pentreath and Brighton Pier print. Christoper Horwood, Hallways painted in Maylands Soho House and terracotta checkered floor.