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25 Small Entryway Ideas That Make a Big First Impression

Sara Tramp; DESIGN: Jess Bunge for Emily Henderson Design

If there's one topic we'll never tire of, it's small-space interior design. Given the amount of ink we've spilled on the subject, it's safe to assume we're always searching for inspired ways to make the most of any space with minimal square footage, from the living room to the dining room to the bedroom to, of course, the entryway.

"Small entryways can be tricky, so take advantage of your walls," advises Jessica Bunge, editorial director at Emily Henderson Design. "There are a ton of affordable and stylish hooks and hook rails on the market to hang your jackets and bags. A floating shelf is perfect for throwing your keys and mail on, and also adding a wall mirror is not only great for the last. Do I look presentable? Check, but it will make your space feel bigger and brighter. Making holes in walls is scary, but I promise it is so worth it. " Needless to say, we couldn't agree with Bunge more.

Scroll on for 25 small entryway decorating ideas guaranteed to make a big first impression.

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House of Chais

Using wooden accents and soft colors creates a lovely sight for anyone who walks through the door. Bohemian styles do a great job of using all of these aspects to create a stunning space. A wooden circular mirror with light wood floating shelves, hooks for hats, and an arrangement of plants can turn any blank space into a warm welcome.

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Cathie Hong

An oversized mirror can take up the perfect amount of wall space and make smaller spaces feel larger. Purchasing one that is unusually shaped, like the oblong one pictured here, becomes an artistic statement. Add in some circular golden wall hooks that are as aesthetic as they are functional, and complete the look with a neutral fabric bench.

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Brexton Cole Interiors

Blue is considered a calming color, and what better place for it than in the entryway? Large artwork takes up the small wall space but creates a big impact. Adding some texture, like the velvet blue and silver bench with accent pillows, is the perfect elegant entryway.

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Brexton Cole Interiors

Rather than adding one or two pieces of wall art to your entryway, turn the entire wall into an artistic display. Whether you paint it by hand or go the removable wallpaper route, the results are stunning. Add a simple table on the opposite side to display a few additional personal items.

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D Burns Interiors

While simple wall hooks are a great option, go for a more decorative version to bring your entryway to the next level. One that doubles as a shelf, like the one here, is a great example. Overlaying it over some simple wallpaper and finish with a simple woven rug keeps things subtle yet stylish.

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Cathie Hong

The simplest way to transform your entry is by adding a large plant. Mirrors and benches are a fantastic start, but the addition of the potted plant completes the pictures. It's quite the breath of fresh air.

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Gray Space Interior Design

If you're dealing with a small hallway, it can be in your best interest to create the illusion of it being longer than it truly is. Start with a neutral color for the wall, but to break up the solid presentation, add a wooden palette to create dimension. Hanging a circular mirror where half is on the wood while the other is on the wall is a creative design choice that will only increase the illusion of a larger area.

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Domm Dot Com/Instagram

Adding mirrors and wall hooks are ideal in your entrance, yet showcasing your personality can be a little more challenging. If you want to make a statement, choose a poster or print that reflects your home so that guests will have an idea of what is important to you. Go with a bright, fun design like this poster that Domm Dot Com displayed to have some fun.

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Domm Dot Com/Instagram

The foyer displayed here already checks off so many of our boxes: warm tones, neutral color scheme, and proportionate mirror. However, what really brings it over the top are the floating shelves fixed to the wall with a painted beige oval underneath. Besides drawing your eyes upwards, it adds an artistic flair that will surely capture any guest's attention.

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Jenn Pablo Studio

Make sure to make your limited space count. While shelves are a step in the right direction, you can take it further with other decor aspects. Try adding a bench that has a built-in shoe rack underneath, as Jenn Pablo did here. Not only does it look stunning, but it helps keep shoes and other items out of the way, keeping your floor hazard-free and stylish.

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Kurated by Kris/Instagram

A small yet longer foyer has its advantages–such as hanging multiple pieces of art along the path. Whether the art is connected or distinct, ensure you hang them the same distance apart and have them all at the same height to create a gallery effect. A simple rug and colorful seating is a perfect finish.

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Blue Copper Design

Hidden nooks can sometimes feel inconvenient, but only if you don't know how to utilize them. Adding a sleek and sophisticated backsplash draws attention, but to give it purpose, add some silver hooks and some simple shelves at the bottom for storing shoes and other items. Now you have a stylish hidden space!

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John Keeble via Getty Images

If you have a startlingly small entryway, you may feel as though you can't do much. However, a little perspective and can show you unused space that you can work to your advantage. If your entryway leads directly to a set of stairs, try using the space underneath to display a small table or dresser, like this classic and timeless styled one above. Given your guests will likely walk past this area immediately, it works as an extension to the entry you already have.

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Cottage + Sea

An easy way to create a memorable entryway is to design it as a gathering space to sit and talk with your guests. This wicker bench and chair combo hosts plenty of seating room and looks aesthetic in the process, so anyone feels welcome the moment they step foot in your home. The stylish shelves behind it with small dećor items only add to the charm.

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Erin Williamson

The truth is, you don't have to go overboard decorating every inch of your foyer –just stick with some simple basics. An oversized plant, a simple rug, and a woven basket for any catch-all items can go a long way in keeping the space clear and clutter-free, yet still stylish. Sometimes, less truly is more.

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Finding Lovely

Decorating and accenting with white can allow a small space to appear larger–a perfect trick for your small entry. The bright white walls and doors are paired with stately modern farmhouse decor in light shades of wood and blue, which gives the area an airy, spacious feeling. The benches and baskets tucked away under the stairs make great use of additional space.

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Home by Polly/Instagram

Rather than opting for the traditional smaller mirror, opt for a full-length one instead. Not only do mirrors help create the illusion of a smaller space, but it's also a great addition to check out your full outfit before you head out the door. Work in some small hanging plants and even a floating shelf to keep the decor simple and functional.

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House Sprucing

If you don't want to go crazy with color and dećor then don't worry–there are other routes to take. A minimalist mindset can make a big impression without doing much at all: a simple mirror and floating light, a wooden bench without much fuss, and a pillow or two can make a statement without trying very hard at all. Start with a white and light wood color scheme and you're well on your way to creating an effortless entry.

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JC Designs

Never underestimate the power of stylish storage options. Adding a dresser with open drawers–or cubbies– allow you to display various items as well as keep important ones close by. Adding a few baskets as drawers, like the wicker ones shown here–can allow you to keep some items out of sight and out of mind. Adding a floating shelve that contains hooks for basic items truly ties the other items together, making the most of a small space.

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JC Designs

If your goal is to make an impression, there are multiple factors to keep in mind. While looks and theme play a part, comfort is really the key. Adding soft pillows and even a simple blanket on a bare bench, with a fuzzy rug underneath makes the foyer feels especially inviting and warm. Add a few candles and natural plants into the mix, and it becomes perfect.

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Jenn Pablo Studio

For the more artistic entry, try hanging a small gallery wall over your statement seating. Whether you go with prints or a few pieces of artwork, the possibilities are truly endless. All it takes is three or more items and you can create your every own work of art for other to view once they walk through the door.

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Jessica Nelson Design

Figuring out how to work with a small space can be difficult, which makes it vital to scope out what else you can work with. If you have stairs near the front door, try using them as shelves to display items instead of squeezing in an additional table. While this can vary depending on how your home is designed, it can be a unique entryway option.

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Amy Lefernik at Interior Impressions

A simple way to create interest and depth to your foyer is by mixing different styles and textures together. This entry is a great example with the woven rug on the ground, floral accent pillow, ruffle white cotton pillow, and the metallic gold mirror hanging above. All the pieces work seamlessly to create a delightful sight, even though there are only a few items present.

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Amy Lefernik at Interior Impressions

Occasionally homes have an unusual nook or open space that has untapped potential. If yours happens to be located near the front of your home, try turning that space into a small vanity or desk space. These floating drawers function as a sturdy surface to display and store items, while the space underneath is large enough to tuck away a chair and basket to keep them out of the way.

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Amy Lefernik at Interior Impressions

If you have a foyer that leads straight to a small set of stairs, try to get a little creative with your space. The photo above has a stunning bench built right into the side of the stairs, allowing for seating without compromising space. A small decorative table fits perfectly into the leftover gap to complete the look.

22 IKEA Entryway Ideas and Elements for Tight Nooks

10 expert ways to make a long space seem wider |

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If you have ever had to look for narrow entryway ideas, then you’ll be more than aware of the tricky task of making it a long entryway look wider than it actually is, while desperately searching for interior designer tricks to make your entrance appear warm and welcoming.  

You’ve probably spent hours trying out different entryway ideas, rearranging furniture, choosing paint colors and deliberating on rug styles in a frenzied attempt to make your long entrance look more spacious, light and airy.

Do not panic – with some clever tricks of the trade, there are in fact multiple small entryway ideas that wall help turn that awkward entryway layout into something stylish and sophisticated, so don’t give up just yet.

Narrow entryway ideas – 10 expert-approved layouts

Give your narrow entryway a much-need update with our curated selection of interior design-approved layouts, entryway color ideas, lighting inspiration and more.

1. Use color to lift a long entryway

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'A narrow entryway can often be on the dark side,' says Edward Bulner, interior designer and founder, Edward Bulmer Natural Paint . 'Light colors will not make a dark space light, but good colors will make it interesting. So go with the vibrant mid to dark colors that can be lifted and lightened with lamplight. Try deep blues or a deeper neutral such as warm cinnamon and taupe.’ 

Joa Studholme, color curator at Farrow & Ball agrees: ‘When dealing with a long or dark hall it’s best to embrace what you have rather than fight it. Paint it a strong color that will thrill you and your guests when you arrive at the house and make the rooms off it feel bigger and lighter.’

2. Create an impact

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When it comes to decorating a long, narrow entryway, many people make the mistake of thinking lots of light colors will help to lift the space, says Nicole Salvesen, co-founder of Salvesen Graham . 

‘The truth is that some battles are just not worth fighting. If you paint the entryway entirely white, it has the effect of highlighting the lack of natural light rather than disguising it.’ Instead, the best option is to distract the eye. ‘Do something fun. Use a patterned wallpaper or opt for a dramatic entryway paint color, and then hang lots of pictures on the walls. Make it a nice place to be, rather than somewhere to hurry through.’

3. Light the way 

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There are various lighting tricks available these days to make an entryway appear more exciting and feel more spacious, says Sally Storey, creative director of John Cullen Lighting . 

‘It’s best to aim for drama, not symmetry, by layering the lighting effects in an entryway,’ she explains. ‘Add impact by hanging an oversized pendant and dimming it for mood, but use this in conjunction with downlights that can spotlight a picture on the wall or highlight flowers on a console table.’ 

Then add a contrast by using wall lights or a downlighter to create a wash along one wall. Another trick Sally recommends is to draw the eye down the entrance by lighting the half-landing or an object at the far end: this helps to foreshorten a long narrow space.

4. Maximize space in a small, narrow entryway 

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Good entryway storage ideas are essential in a narrow space. This area tends to be a casting-off spot for everyone’s coats, bags, shoes and keys, so be sure to find the best solution that makes the most of every available inch, be that built-in or standalone furniture. 

If space is at a premium, or if cost is an issue, there are plenty of flexible freestanding pieces available such as consoles, chests, baskets plus pegs and shelves, all of which make good small entryway ideas for apartments.

5. Raise the ceiling 

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Another way to create the feeling of space in cramped or narrow entryway is to raise ceilings, says interior decorator Charlotte Hughes of Sutton House Interiors . ‘Removing the plasterboard to raise the ceiling can be very effective. If that reveals some rather ugly floor joists, ask whether your builder can replace them with some more attractive structural oak joists without affecting the floor above.’

'In old houses it can pay to investigate the original "bones" of the house though it is important to consider the condition ceilings may be in if you expose them,' says  Genna Margolis, founder of Shapeside , who designed this Santa Monica home. The use of white paint here may have helped to conceal flaws as well as create a softer effect that blends in with the room below. 

6. Color drench a narrow space

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One narrow entryway trend which is currently being adopted is color drenching. ‘This contemporary, cohesive approach delivers high impact by painting woodwork, radiators, the ceiling and doors the same color as the walls,’ says Ruth Mottershead, creative director, Little Greene . ‘This will create a complete scheme, treating each element similarly, and will deliver a design statement when entering or viewing the hallway from other rooms within your home.’

7. Plan accessories carefully

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‘A beautifully detailed wall of lightly antiqued mirror can be a great way to expand a tight entryway,' says Claire Sa, director, De Rosee Sa . 'Placing a console and lamps in front of a large mirror softens the coldness of the mirror material. ’ 

A fantastic way to maximize light, well-chosen hallway mirror ideas will help to create the illusion of space – and play a welcome part in making your space feel bigger and brighter, instantly.

8. Be bold and daring 

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‘Narrow entryways should make a statement about the house and owners as well as being a welcoming space,' says Mike Fisher, creative director and founder, Studio Indigo . 'Small and narrow spaces can be treated in a grand way – “be bold” is my advice.'

'Large details can open up the space, such as using double doors but making them as tall as possible. A pair of facing mirrors helps create the illusion of more space and adds a bit of glamor. Painting the space a light color will not make it feel bigger. Use strong color to make a statement and give personality. Lastly, we are great fans of polished plaster in hallways – it’s practical, tough and has a wonderful reflective quality that makes the space shimmer. ’ 

9. Display favorite art

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Walls that are covered with pictures and other wall hangings tend to make a room feel closed in or busy, so simply hang one or two large pieces of artwork to make the room feel wider and more spacious. Ensure there is enough space between the pieces to allow them to shine.

‘Our favorite way to make a statement with art in a narrow entryway is to play with scale,' notes Camilla Clarke, creative director at Albion Nord . 'Make the most of the wall space and choose a large-scale artwork that spans the full height of the door or wall. It will feel bold and impactful.'

10. Keep a narrow space free from clutter

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If there’s one thing that’s going to create the illusion of more space in a narrow entryway, it’s decluttering.  Make sure you keep your entryway organized by removing unnecessary items, and your space will instantly feel spacious, lighter and more welcoming.

When organizing an entryway, try and keep the floor as clear as possible, too, as it’s one of the easiest ways to maintain a sense of spaciousness. Remove any oversized rugs and plants, and factor in bag, coast and shoe storage to ensure unused clothing and footwear doesn't accumulate.

How do you decorate a narrow entryway?

In dark, narrow entryways, decorating choices make a big difference. ‘There are two approaches to small or narrow entryways,’ says Ruth Mottershead, creative director, Little Greene. ‘Embrace the size and go for deep dark colors and patterned wallpapers, or opt for a trick of the eye and elongate a long narrow space by using a lighter, warmer color at the end of the space, with a slightly darker shade of a similar tone on the walls to create depth.’ 

Ann Grafton, creative director of Mulberry Home also notes that, ‘using a large-scale design on all walls in an entryway can blur the illusion of where one wall stops and another one begins, making the space feel wider.

How to style a skinny entryway?

‘Entryways can often be narrow with little natural light so consider using color and pattern to create a design scheme that brings warmth and light to the space,' says Ruth Mottershead.

'The entrance is a fantastic place to create a first impression for guests, but also the first area you enter when returning home, so consider how you want your home to make you feel: calm and cocooned or cheerful and vibrant? Don’t forget to consider the views into the entryway from other rooms, how much do you see and how will the design you choose for the entrance flow into the rest of the house?’

Jennifer is the Digital Editor at Homes & Gardens. Having worked in the interiors industry for a number of years, spanning many publications, she now hones her digital prowess on the 'best interiors website' in the world. Multi-skilled, Jennifer has worked in PR and marketing, and the occasional dabble in the social media, commercial and e-commerce space.  Over the years, she has written about every area of the home, from compiling design houses from some of the best interior designers in the world to sourcing celebrity homes, reviewing appliances and even the odd news story or two.

75 Best Practical Design Solutions

Not every modern, let alone old-style apartment can boast of a wide, spacious entrance hall. Properly made redevelopment will save the situation, but it can not always be done for various reasons. How to best design a narrow hallway, correctly adjust its shape, expand, arrange furniture, more in the text of this article.

The less space in the hallway, the more rational should be the design approach

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Where to start?

The design of an overly narrow hallway, a narrow corridor in an apartment or a country house begins with a project. Any room has several zones - it is not difficult to organize them in an oblong-shaped corridor. It is important to maintain maximum functionality without cluttering up the space.

First of all, you need to think about how you can adjust the space itself

When developing a design project, some principles should be considered:

Before starting the repair, decide on the arrangement of all necessary items

There are two main zones in the hallway: entrance and vestibule. They stylize the space as a “study”, “courtyard in France”, “winter garden”, “alley of fairy tales”, etc. Increased attention is paid to doors - if they are located on both sides of the corridor, they should not open towards each other, but in different sides. If possible, they are made sliding or completely removed, replacing them with arches - this is how an open, combined space is formed.

Two rugs of different sizes - the easiest way to zone the hallway

See alsoWhere to start the transformation and decoration of the hallway

The decoration of the corridor is selected depending on the style of the interior, the planned budget, and the personal preferences of the owners. Suitable for both classic and modern.

Ceramic tiles - the most durable floor covering

The floor covering is chosen to be wear-resistant, moisture-resistant, because there is a lot of walking in the hallway, preferably easy to clean. Most commonly used:

Walls are also made washable, especially if children live in the apartment, pets that need to be walked. Applicable:

Choose easy-to-clean wallpaper or moisture-resistant paint for walls

The ceiling is stretched, suspended, it can sometimes be multi-level, covered with decorative plaster, decorated with expanded polystyrene tiles, decorated with foam molding or painted with water-based paint.

All doors must be made in the same style, from the same materials. When buying them, the thickness of the walls is taken into account - the door frame should not stick out much. Skirting boards are usually matched to the tone of the doors, less often to match the color of the floor.

Advice: if the ceiling is low, you should avoid a large number of tiers, stucco elements. With a hall width of a meter and a half, voluminous details such as wooden panels, textured stone are completely unacceptable.

Glossy ceiling will appear taller than

See also What should be the modern design of the hallway

With the help of color it is easy to visually change the shape and size of the space. The smaller the room being decorated, the lighter, warmer colors are used for it. They are used no more than three, and the main one accounts for up to 65% of the space being designed, the auxiliary one - up to 30%, the rest - bright accents.

White walls, black accents and natural wood are a great choice for a small hallway

The most suitable combinations for a narrow hallway:

Harmonious combination of white, light gray and brown

Tip. The floor is darker than the walls, the ceiling - this is how the balance of the design is created, stable support for the legs and furniture.

Skillful use of black in the interior of a narrow hallway

See also Advantages and design of small dressing rooms

Properly arrange furniture

When the hallway is very cramped, there are not many pieces of furniture here:

Two or three pieces of furniture are selected at the same time from the items of furniture described above. Sometimes, instead of a sofa, they put a pair of ottomans, complementing them with an umbrella stand.

If the hallway is very small, you can do with a hanging cabinet and simple hooks

Open shoe cabinet can be used as a bench

A built-in bench is a great solution to avoid cluttering a narrow hallway with unnecessary furniture

The narrower the corridor, the more narrow furniture is required for it. Objects should be preferred, no more than 40-55 cm deep. The furniture is placed in one row along a long wall, it is advisable not to allow a large number of protruding corners, catching on which it is easy to get injured.

When choosing furniture, try to stick to neutral colors

A compromise option - a hallway to order. In this case, the owner of the apartment himself chooses the style of furniture, the filling of the closet, the shape, the number of shelves, the configuration of the couch, etc.

See alsoDesign of a hallway in a private or rural house

Design of a narrow long hallway: expanding the space

With the right finishing of a narrow hallway, it is possible to visually expand it. If laminate, floorboard, tiles are laid across or diagonally, and not along, the room will appear wider. The same effect will be obtained if the baseboard matches the color of the floor covering. Light walls will also visually "remove" the boundaries of space, it is preferable to use different finishes for different areas - a combination of two types of wallpaper of similar colors, but with a pattern of different sizes. A large 3D sticker is placed on one of the long walls, in the form of a realistic open window with a beautiful view behind it.

Laying a floorboard across a narrow corridor will visually expand the space

Mirrors are a reliable assistant in expanding the space, filling it with light. With their help, the room of a narrow corridor visually expands. The mirror covers almost half of the long wall, decorates the cabinet doors, which can be completely mirrored. A partially or completely mirrored ceiling is also acceptable, especially if it is not too high. If sunlight falls on the mirror surfaces from the doorways of other rooms, the narrow hallway will become bright and spacious. The mirror, which completely occupies the entire narrow wall, makes the front one even longer.

Mirror tiles on the wall will make the corridor more spacious

Lighting a long, narrow corridor can also change the shape of the front:

Make sure that there is no lack of lighting in the hallway

See alsoFeatures and complexity of the design of a small corridor

All attention to details

Bright accents are irreplaceable in any interior. They will be:

Even in a small hallway, a couple of bright accents are quite appropriate

Too bright contrasts do not need a lot - they visually "break" the overall picture, the hallway will not look whole. It is desirable that all the details are in harmony with each other, making up a single ensemble - similar floral motifs on the carpet and sofa upholstery, geometric patterns on the mirror frame and flower pots, cross-stitch on pillows and wall panels.

Tip. Illumination of each significant element of the decor will make the interior unique.

If there is a staircase to the second floor, it is made as compact and narrow as possible. Stairs here are acceptable mid-flight, spiral, straight. The nuances of a narrow hallway with stairs:

Wooden wardrobe matches the dark stair railing

Tip: safety issues are of paramount importance here, especially if the elderly people, small children, persons with musculoskeletal disorders live in the house.

Small entrance hall with Scandinavian style stairs

See alsoDesign of a hallway of various layouts

In such apartments, the entrance hall is not only narrow, but also most often of an “uncomfortable” shape - a corner one. An L-shaped corridor is usually decorated with corner furniture - a wardrobe, a small sofa, shelves. Wallpapers are selected suitable for the overall interior design - vinyl, bamboo, metallized, "liquid". The narrow hallway here will become even more elongated. Do not litter it with voluminous decorative elements.

In a small hallway a mirror can be placed on the front door

The interior of the entrance hall of a complex configuration, made in the classic style

See alsoInteresting corridor design 4 sq. m.

Narrow hallway interior style: 3 ideas, design features

Today's most popular styles:

  1. Modern built-in wardrobe with lots of shelves, hooks, hangers, full length mirror, long narrow daybed. The floor in the entrance area is covered with laminate, the vestibule part is covered with carpet in a contrasting color. Stretch ceiling, pastel colors.

    Elegance and functionality are the main features of modern style

  2. Loft - white brick walls, light wood floor, stylized false beams on the ceiling, shiny lamps on long cords. The cabinet is necessarily wooden, artificially aged, but narrow. Several pouffes for sitting, one or two mirrors.

    It is in the loft that a bicycle, skateboard and other attributes of an active lifestyle will organically fit in

  3. Minimalism - a flat plain ceiling, decorated with foam tiles without a pattern, the walls are light, there is a laminate on the floor, a little darker than the walls. Near the entrance is a simple hanger, above it is a wide shelf with storage boxes in contrasting colors. A little further - a sofa covered with eco-leather, a large mirror without a frame.

    Just a shoe rack and hanger - enough to get as close to minimalist style as possible

See alsoFeatures of designing a narrow corridor

Corridor - a place where those who enter the house take off their outer clothing, shoes, put various other items on the shelf, evaluate their appearance in the mirror. There are a lot of design solutions for a narrow long corridor - from simple to elite. Everyone will choose a suitable idea for themselves, and if self-design is difficult, professionals will come to the rescue who will successfully plan the interior, select suitable finishing materials, and the best furniture.

See alsoDesigning a hall in a large house: fashion trends, decorating tips

Video on how to plan a narrow hallway

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Narrow hallway - photo review of the best planning and design ideas

When you enter an apartment, the hallway is the first thing that catches your eye. And from what it is, a person gets a further impression of the apartment as a whole. Therefore, the hallway should look presentable. The design of a narrow hallway brings many problems. But for every problem, there are many solutions.

List of items without which the hallway cannot exist:

This list can of course be edited to suit your needs. For example, if you have a wardrobe compartment next to the hallway, then you don’t need a closet. The things you wear can fit on a simple hanger. But you should not refuse a mini chair, as it is much more comfortable to put on shoes on it.

Table of contents of the article:

Narrow hallway in an apartment: advice from authorities and photos

Experts advise to zone the hallway of the room, namely, to divide it into functional areas. You should get two zones: the vestibule and the entrance. Visualization of such a solution is possible in various ways.

This can be done using a play of colors, an unusual structure of the ceilings, a non-standard floor covering. And the last variation is the most popular. And it can be implemented in different ways. For example, lay the floor in the entrance area with tiles, while making the bottom layer using the "warm floor" technology. And the hall area can be laid with parquet boards or laminate. If you have a limited budget, then you can use linoleum with different patterns.

Think interior doors. Doors in a narrow space make it even smaller. Therefore, it is best to replace the doors with an arch. If you can’t do without a door, then make it sliding or in the style of an accordion.

Narrow hallway design and photo

The design of a narrow long hallway requires a responsible approach. A lot depends on the choice of the color scheme of the room. Designers claim that light shades visually expand the space. However, the use of one white color is boring and monotonous. Therefore, it is best to decorate the hallway in different color combinations. Alternatively, light shades are used on long wall surfaces, and bright colors on narrow ones.

If you are not afraid of experiments, then each wall can be decorated in different colors. Just make sure that each color has a link to any area. This solution will help give the room the missing volume.

Furniture in a narrow hallway

The choice of furniture for the hallway depends on the layout of the room. In a narrow space, furniture is placed only against the wall. Do not supply extra furniture.

Hanger with hooks required in the entrance area. This is very convenient and will save you from constant trips to the closet for clothes. Also for this area you need a mini chair or a small bench, and a shoe stand. There should be a mirror near the front door so that you can take another look at your appearance before leaving.

There is a closet in the next zone. It contains a large number of outerwear and other accessories.

Other items in the hallway

What can be considered other items in the hallway? Other details are key holders, baskets, drawers and various types of stands.

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