Small hall colour ideas
Hallway colour schemes – 26 ways to make a grand entrance
With hallway colour schemes, you generally have two options. You can a) embrace the lack of natural light and go dark and moody, or b) employ paler, more reflective tones to brighten things up. We’d err on the side of moody as it can make the rooms leading on from the hall feel more spacious, but the choice is all yours...
The ideal hallway invites you to take off your shoes, hang up your coat, and exhale in the comfort of being home. And colour plays a huge role in creating the right space for you. Do you want muted, soothing shades to welcome you in after your long commute, or would you prefer it to feel more energetic with statement colours and pattern? Would you like it to be warm and cocooning or crisp and clean?
Hallway colour schemes to inspire
Be inspired by our pick of the best hallway ideas when it comes to colour schemes. And once you’ve decided on the kind of first impression you want to create with your hallway colour ideas, there are some practical steps you can take so you’re not touching up chipped paint a year down the line.
‘Hallways are by their nature intensely high traffic areas and so a durable washable matt paint is always a smart choice,’ says interior designer Shanade McAllister-Fisher . ‘Dulux easy-care is perfect for neutral colours but I would tend to choose Farrow & Ball estate emulsion or Little Greene Intelligent matt emulsion when using colour as they offer a richer depth of colour.'
1. Combine monochrome patterns with sky blue
(Image credit: Future PLC / Dan Duchars)
Find a black and white patterned wallpaper you love and use that as the envelope of your hallway, adding colour and texture with storage baskets and a slim side table. This modern floral pattern reminds us a little of Moroccan tiles and would work as a lovely backdrop for splashes of bright blues, pinks, oranges and greens in a 70s boho scheme. The uplifting sky blue of the front door here demonstrates this beautifully, elevating the space and giving it plenty of character.
2. Wipe the slate clean with all white everything
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Keep things simple with some timeless white hallway ideas.
Give all walls and woodwork a fresh lick of the best white paint for a look that's clean, modern and bright. You could also use a matt finish halfway up the wall and a gloss finish on the top to create an interesting textural contrast, all while sticking with basic white. As this room shows, white doesn't have to be boring and makes this downstairs loo look intriguing.
3. Hone in on deep blues
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Choose a fresh teal or a perennially popular navy for your walls and floors, and then layer on accessories in similar tones. Install shoe storage onto the wall painted in dark blue and add a handy shelf on top for displaying decor. Incorporate planters, a rug, a wall mirror and vases in keeping with the blue theme to create a cohesive look that hangs together. Accent colours of yellow or orange will inject energy into the space and break things up.
4. Embrace bursts of fiery red
(Image credit: Annie Sloan)
Make a statement with a daring hallway colour idea, like this rich red hallway with red and white checkerboard floors.
‘This year people are making bolder colour choices in their homes, and you cannot get any bolder than bright, hot, dramatic red,’ says Annie Sloan .
‘Use this statement shade in hallways and landings – short bursts of fiery reds work fabulously here and you’ll certainly intrigue the postman with your bold colour choice. Contrast red with mellow and luxurious chocolate browns.’
5. Envelope the space with colour drenching
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Put the white paint away and go for one wrap-around colour for woodwork, walls and even the ceiling. This will draw attention away from the edges and make the space feel larger.
‘Colour drenching, especially when using darker brave colours, works best in small spaces like hallway or corridor,’ says Justyna Korczynska, senior designer at Crown . ‘By enveloping a small space in a colour, the focus shifts from noticing the size of that space to just appreciation of the shades that surround us.’
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Indulge with opulent tones(Image credit: CTD Tiles)
To create a luxurious feel in your hallway, Amanda Telford from CTD Tiles recommends going for opulent dark tones from ceiling to floor. ‘Incorporate moodier colours through materials such as paint, wallpaper and tiles. ‘To add intrigue, choose tiles with a touch of pattern,’ Amanda suggests.
7. Take it upstairs with patterned wallpaper
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If you generally prefer neutrals but want to add some interest, why not make a feature of the wall that leads upstairs? The staircase is a transitional space; it's not somewhere we tend to sit in for hours as we do in the living room. So you can afford to be more playful and daring with your hallway colour ideas without worrying that you'll go off it. Blue wallpaper with a white palm-leafed print here really brightens up an otherwise neutral scheme.
8. Reflect on metallic designs with hints of gold
(Image credit: I Love Wallpaper)
If you’re going down the brighten-it-up route, why not try a wallpaper that has some hints of metallic in it? ‘Consider a lighter paint or wallpaper, such as I Love Wallpaper’s Venice Industrial Metallic wallpaper ,’ says Chelsea Clark.
‘This will illuminate and create a feeling of space.' Hallway mirror ideas will also prevent a space from feeling cramped.
'If you want to incorporate a pattern, avoid small print repeats as these can further shrink the space,' adds Chelsea. 'Opt for a pattern that brings warmth, personality and light to ensure a welcoming entrance.’
9. Choose green to soothe the soul
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Paint halfway up your walls in pale, minty green, taking it over the skirting boards and doorframes to create contrast. This calming green and white hallway colour scheme is really stylish and considered, blurring the boundary between your indoor and outdoor space. Thanks to its associations with nature, green is always a safe bet if you want to create a space that feels safe and soothing.
10. Be bold with colour combinations
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To make that 'wow' first impression the key is to be brave with colour combinations and even pattern.
As this stunning hallway proves, an accent pop of sunshine yellow looks striking when paired with black.
To keep the look focused try using the accent colours purely on woodwork within the hallway, keeping the main mains in a neutral shade.
A patterned floor works well for combining a paint colour scheme, plus a patterned hallway flooring idea is ideal as it shows up less dirt than a block colour solution.
11. Take an accent colour to waist height
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An ideal way to use colour in a hallway, especially good as a small hallway idea, is to use a heavier accent colour on the lower portion of the wall leaving the top in a bright white. Balancing the use of colours helps to prevent the space from feeling overwhelmed by the stronger of the two colours.
Painting along the hallway but only to waist level frames the space, breaking up a solid corridor of wall. By doing so you're creating a Trompe-l'œil effect that can give a different perspective, making the space feel bigger and the ceilings higher.
12. Showcase the stairs
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An imaginative staircase idea can do wonders to transform a hallway in an instant. Liven up a white hallway with the addition of an accent colour painted on the stairs.
Less is so much more with this modern approach to a hallway colour scheme. Go for any colour you love, painting it on staircase risers and drawing attention to them with brilliant white treads and backdrop.
13. Pick out the woodwork in contrasting colours
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There are those that say never paint the original woodwork on a stairway but we say when it looks this good, why not?
Picking out the woodwork on a staircase in a bold contrast colour is a great way to modernise your hallway scheme. In this stylish hallway a black wood stain makes the banisters and spindles stand out for all the right reasons.
Going one step further, the design team at Dulux have introduced softer accent colours on the stairs, which works beautifully in the space.
14. Mix and match complementary colours
(Image credit: Dominic Blackmore)
Use your hallway as a place to experiment with complimentary colours. This colourful hallway scheme has boldly mixed coral pink with a teal blue – opposite colours on the colour wheel – and it works so well.
The pink tone of the paper is matched with a runner to add an element of coordination, allowing the blue painted sideboard to really stand out. Proving how well opposites attract, as far as colour is concerned.
15. Create a refreshing blue entrance
(Image credit: Dulux)
Traditionally homes have small and narrow hallways, often lacking space and light. So select a shade such as Dulux's White Mist to open it up. With a clean slate to work with, you’re then free to add a unique flourish, which is where painting the ceiling, the door, its surrounds and a stripe down one wall comes in.
Dulux's soft blue Mineral Mist keeps things fresh and conjures up a subtle coastal theme in the process.
Both of these shades are taken from Dulux's Easycare Washable & Tough range. This paint is more likely to withstand scuffs and marks, which in a high-traffic area like a hallway, is a huge advantage.
16. Welcome ambience with moody tones
(Image credit: Dominic Blackmore)
Brooding dark walls are becoming more and more popular in the modern home. It's often a misconception that dark can make a room feel smaller, which can be the case. But more often than not it creates a sense of space by almost pushing the walls out.
It also depends on the light. If your hallway has a great source of natural light it can totally take a dark wall colour.
To prevent the dark walls feeling too overwhelming pair with white painted woodwork, bleached wood furniture and light accessories such as this simple hallway lighting idea.
17. Opt for on-trend shades of calming grey
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A calming, soft grey shade will offer a timeless look.
Create a restful feel with dove grey hallway ideas by using two shades on the wall for contrast. Helen Ashmore, Head of Design at Laura Ashley agrees that dove grey is a perfect choice for a hallway. 'This neutral shade features an underlying hint of red, that will add some warmth to your colour scheme.
'Break up your hallway by creating an architectural feature such as a drop picture rail or a mid-dado rail so you can add depth of colour with a stronger shade. To create tonal variation within the scheme, add a lighter more subtle tone on the main part of the wall.'
Lighten the look with white or cream furniture and glass accessories. It’s incredibly versatile, too. Look for shades that have subtle hints of blue or pink, and dress them using luxe metallics or natural textures.
18. Make an impact with purple
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Create a comforting, cosy vibe with beautiful rich tones, such as the berry colour on this panelled wall.
This look is super snug and wintery, with a draft-excluding curtain that will keep your home wonderfully warm. But the blue and white leaf-print curtain makes it more than suitable for the sunniest of seasons, too.
19. Introduce fun and friendly accents
(Image credit: Dominic Blackmore)
Create a hallway that can change with you, using a versatile mix of colour, pattern and hard-working furniture that’s easy to live with, and reflects your personality.
This vibrant look uses a clever hallway shoe storage idea and is all about mixing up colour. Use fabrics featuring multicoloured prints as a starting point and you’ll have more flexibility when you want to update the accent tones in the future.
If you want to up the glamour, add more jewel tones, such as turquoise blue, hot fuchsia pink and deep emerald green, to your palette for a more luxurious feel.
20. Decorate with duck egg blue
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This new modern rustic style takes elements of traditional country looks, but gives them a smarter edge that suits any home.
Think chic without the shabby! Swap the floral-patterned wallpapers of classic country style for crisp, painted walls and matching woodwork for a simple streamlined backdrop.
Duck egg is a great colour choice for a feature wall. Perfect for clutter-lovers, duck egg's calming effect will offset busyness if you like to have a lot of stuff on show.
21. Choose sun-bleached simplicity
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Bring the beach home by mixing weathered coastal colours, unfussy reclaimed-wood furniture and characterful seaside motifs for a look that will relax you as soon as you walk through the front door. Lighten the look by mixing in painted furniture in a classic country style. Avoid bold blues in favour of soft stone, sand, pebble-grey and shell pink.
22. Hang captivating artwork
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Choose a large-scale artwork and hang it in your hallway for an easy way to add character to your hallway colour scheme.
Pick something you love, as you will inevitably see it a lot while moving throughout your home.
Black and white designs are good choices, but you could also go for something super colourful if you prefer a lively look. Consider your wall paint and how it will best show off your picture – the brilliant white walls here look fantastic, and really show off the blue details.
23. Welcome hints of natural green
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Get back to nature with beautiful botanical shades and motifs in your hallway. Even a soft hint of green on the walls adds impact when looking to create a serene and welcoming space.
If you have period features, put them centre stage with pared-back hallway colour schemes. Or you could use a different paint colour to highlight features such as dado-height panelling or skirting boards.
Try using a richly patterned hallway wallpaper idea or paint in recesses, nooks, just above the dado rail or even on stair risers.
Add an assortment of green furniture artworks and accessories to enhance the accent colour.
24. Live au naturel
(Image credit: Future PLC/ Polly Eltes)
Let nature take centre stage, the way it definitely does in this hallway, which is packed with natural elements, from the colour palette to the natural materials in the wooden floor and stone wall.
The large window is a big bonus for nature lovers, too, offering views far beyond the confines of the hallway and letting the light flood in. We love the sea-life-inspired artwork, too.
25. Uplift with daffodil yellow
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Let the sunshine in with corn-field yellows and rustic woods – all inspired by nature’s best. Light up a gloomy under stairs space with a butter-yellow wall covering featuring super-sized foliage – the perfect spot for a clever hallway storage idea like the one shown above.
26. Introduce colour through accessories
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This hallway was the first opportunity for this home owner to take in her chosen jungle theme.
She took inspiration from natural textures and raw materials and slowly but surely, this neutral colour split wall became a stylish gallery wall full of memories and treasures.
Do you feel inspired by these hallway colour schemes? Happy decorating!
What colour is best to paint a hallway?
'Whether you’re looking to emphasise just one feature of your hallway or wanting to transform the entire space, choosing a lighter palette is a great option as it often creates the illusion of natural light in dark and cavernous areas,' advises Charlotte Radford, Senior Product Manager at Valspar .
Charlotte says a dark hallway isn't always a bad feature, and that dark navy blue can create a calming space for greeting guests. 'Painting with a mid-sheen will also create a light-enhancing effect in your hallway, as these finishes will naturally reflect any light present in the space,' she adds. 'It’s important to remember, however, that these more reflective sheens can accentuate any blemishes on your walls, so make sure you are working on perfectly smooth surfaces.
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What colours brighten a hallway?
Chelsea Clark from I Love Wallpaper comments that many households opt for a neutral colour palette as this ensures often dark and narrow spaces feel light and airy. ‘For those wanting to add a little personality, injecting light and mid-tone shades of pink, blue, yellow and green will instantly add an uplifting and mood-boosting feel to any space,’ she says.
Should hallways be lighter or darker?
‘I love a dark hallway,’ comments interior designer Shanade. ‘Many don’t have windows or natural light so why not embrace this and create drama with shades of rich deep colours?
Designers Share the 15 Best Hallway Colors
Tom Ferguson
Just a guess, but the word you'd use to describe your hallway probably isn't one of these: striking, dramatic, gorgeous, warm, intimate, exciting. But it could be! It's all about knowing what hallway color you should choose as your backdrop. Keep reading to get inspired by fifteen beautifully decorated hallways along with designer tips and paint color suggestions to transform all your transitional spaces.
Farrow & Ball
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Brown
"I always think it's a mistake to try to make an interior room look brighter with white," says interior designer Tom Stringer. "I'd rather make it dark and interesting." His go-to dark color is Benjamin Moore's Van Buren Brown HC-70, which resembles semisweet chocolate chips. "It doesn't feel dark to me, just intimate and enveloping," he says.
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Anson Smart
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Baby Blue
Designer Darren Henault has a probing question for the world: "Why do people treat hallways as a lonely, pathetic passageway?" His cure is adding seating, "even if nobody's actually going to sit." This makes it feel comfortable and inviting. In this space designed by Arent & Pyke, the soft blue accent color softens everything up while the striped barrel chair brings in a modern touch.
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Farrow & Ball
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Bright Yellow
"Usually, hallways don't get much sun, so I like yellow—a color that emanates warmth and light," shares designed Marshall Watson.
"It won't take on that gray pallor that white and beige or tan can acquire when there's no window around," He explains. Then consider hanging a series of black and white photographs, as repetition works well in a corridor, he suggests.
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Tom Ferguson
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Black Blue
"I like black in a small hallway. Clients think you're crazy at first, but it's very romantic," Elizabeth Brauer tells us. "Do sconces or a chandelier on dimmers, because you don't want bright light flooding the walls." In this hallway designed by Arent & Pyke, the deep shade of navy still has a lively spirit to it.
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STEPHEN KENT JOHNSON
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Brown Gray
Kim Alexandruik's motto is to "go for impact.
" She encourages you to consider the hallway a playing field for bold accents, like unusual seating and colorful artwork that may be harder to integrate into other rooms. Her color of choice is a "putty-colored gray, with a hint of pink and lavender. Not too light, so it doesn't go vapid," says Aleandruik. Use this hallway designed by Mally Skok as inspiration.
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Jonny Valiant
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High-Gloss Green
"To reduce that long tunnel effect, you have to dematerialize the walls," says designed Maureen Footer. She suggests lacquering them to reflect light and get that shimmery glow. These high-gloss green walls in a hallway designed by Christina Murphy are such a fun surprise.
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Anson Smart
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Beige
"A hallway should be the reverse of what's happening around it," says designer Birch Coffey. In this home designed by Arent & Pyke, the front door is painted a lively orangey-red color, so the entry hall softens things up with a muted pewter. Coffey likes Benjamin Moore's Revere Pewter HC-172. "This seagull gray doesn't scream for attention, yet it has presence. Light, yet deep enough to look sharp with a contrasting trim," says the designer.
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Francesco Lagnese
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Hot Pink
Intense, eye-catching, and adventurous, we're loving the neon pink walls in this townhouse designed by Jonathan Berger. Use it in a foyer for a warm, welcoming, impossible-to-forget entrance, or to embolden a lackluster hallway.
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Felix Forest
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Light Gray
"Remember those boutique hotels with hallways so dark they made you feel like a mole? I think the drama should come from your art, and the paint should be fresh and light," says designed Betsy Brown.
A nice in between neutral is a gorgeous backdrop for sculptural mirrors and unique lighting, as seen in this hallway by Arent & Pyke.
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Blush Pink
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Blush Pink
A light, delicate pink that provides just a touch of oomph looks surprisingly good when paired with more modern, streamlined, geometric pieces. It also works brilliantly in playful, eccentric spaces, like this one designed by 2LG Studio. The pink color makes it feel open and bright while the elaborate, saturated blue runner grounds it.
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Matthew Williams
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Deep Aqua
"Hallways without windows can and should be mysterious," asserts Susan Zises Green. She recommends trying a a deep blue with a lot of green that's wet and languid, like this glossy transitional space designed by Studio DB.
Green also suggests carrying it up the ceiling to make it feel like a cocoon.
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Sara Tramp
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All White
Sometimes white really is the best option. "I like to use white in a space that has no natural light," shares Lisa Jackson. Her favorite is Farrow & Ball's All White 2005 because "it's not too blue, not too pink, not too yellow." She also says "there should always be a focal point at the end of a hall—a console table, a fabulous chair..." In this one designed by Jess Bunge of Emily Henderson Design, our attention is drawn to the minimalist mirror.
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Tom Ferguson
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Dark Gray
People are often afraid of dark colors. But it's just paint, bottom line. Try it. You'll like it," Sue Burgess reminds us. Her favorite dark paint color is Benjamin Moore's Taupe 2110-10, which is a rich chocolate-y brown. You could also opt for a moody gray hue like this one used by Arent & Pyke. It's sullen and serious yet exciting and fresh. Plus, it pairs beautifully with a ton of color schemes.
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Dustin Askland
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Mint Green
You can embrace color without going too over-the-top, as proven by this cheerful little hallway designed by Elizabeth Architecture and Design. Pale mint green is a lovely option to give a narrow passageway some fresh energy.
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Hecker Guthrie
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Cream
"There's just something about white that feels very pure and fresh and doesn't compete with the rooms off the hallway," Alex Papachristidis tells us.
The designer usually opts for Benjamin Moore Cloud White 967, using different finishes for the wall and trims to create subtle contrast. The soft white in this hallway designed by Hecker Guthrie allows us to focus on the striking blue carpet in the room ahead.
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Choice of hallway and corridor colors: 55 photos, trendy combinations
Rules for choosing colors
In order to form a more harmonious atmosphere in the room, several important parameters are taken into account:
- Wall color in a small hallway will look best in cold gray, blue or silver colors. For a small room, it is recommended to select soft powdery, muted milky, light brown tones or a discreet shade of ivory. In a small room with a low ceiling, a neutral ceiling finish that matches the color of the walls will help increase the height of the room.
nine0008 - For a long corridor, use a light or white palette that visually expands the space. Also, the wallpaper with a pattern in the form of horizontal stripes will allow you to adjust the proportions of the room. Walls in a narrow space are best painted as this coating is easy to clean and is more resistant to damage.
- A disproportionate wide hallway can be made in dark colors.
- Warm reds, oranges, apricots, yellows or coffees are the perfect colors for a large entryway. nine0008
- If there is a south-facing window, blue, green or aqua colors are appropriate in the room.
- For a pleasant interior that does not irritate the eyes, when choosing a color, it is necessary to take into account the harmonious combination of the wall covering with a touch of the ceiling and floor finishes.
What colors are suitable for the hallway?
Variants of colors used in interior design.
Photo of dark corridors in apartment
A dark palette allows you to give the room a certain shape and mood, as well as endow the interior with nobility and sophistication.
Finishing materials in dark colors provide an excellent backdrop for furniture pieces. Such a rich color scheme does not create dissonance in the room and emphasizes every object and accessory in the room, giving them a clearer look.
Dark walls make a great addition to a fusion, art deco or other eclectic style hallway, characterized by bright contrasts and a combination of incongruous. nine0005
The photo shows a large entrance hall in dark shades in the interior of the apartment.
It is believed that black shades make the atmosphere gloomy and visually reduce the room, so this color scheme will be extremely inappropriate for decorating a small hallway. However, a spacious corridor in black, combined with well-chosen furniture and proper lighting, will look very fashionable, expensive and elegant.
Dark tones have invaluable beauty, originality and aesthetics. In the design of the corridor, the use of deep cobalt, dark blue, complex purple colors or mysterious indigo shades is relevant, which give the closed space a certain depth.
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An expressive burgundy color will add special aesthetics and sophistication to the atmosphere.
Hallways in light colors
One of the main advantages of a light color solution is its ability to visually expand the spatial boundaries and make the room lighter and more comfortable.
This palette goes well with all shades. Against the background of a light wall covering, various decor and accent details look more advantageous. nine0005
The photo shows the design of the entrance hall with light walls covered with peach-colored paint.
Pastel colors fill the room with calm, cleanliness and freshness. The entrance hall in pale blue, lilac, pale green or ivory shades always has a well-groomed and pleasant appearance, and also has a warm and homely atmosphere.
By painting the walls in neutral beige or light gray, a small space will appear much larger and more spacious.
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The photo shows the white and blue design of a small corridor in the apartment.
Brown corridor
Chocolate color in combination with wood texture will create a respectable corridor design. Brown is considered a classic choice for people with conservative tastes.
The most popular color solutions are coffee, cocoa or cinnamon shades, which have extraordinary softness and warmth. nine0005
The photo shows brown colors in the design of a spacious corridor.
Hallway in gray tones
The corridor in gray has a rich range, harmoniously combined with other tones. Thanks to such combinations, the interior will never be oppressive and faceless.
Gray is quite practical. Metallic, graphite, pearl colors or a shade of wet asphalt have a positive effect on the environment, contribute to relaxation and stress relief. nine0005
For decoration, it is better to use a lighter ash and smoky palette. Such a hallway in gray always looks airy, fresh and spacious.
The photo shows the interior of a modern hallway in gray tones.
Entrance hall in white
Snow-white coloring fills the corridor space with cleanliness, volume, comfort and gives dark furniture or decor extra brightness and attractiveness.
In the same way as outerwear and sometimes dirty or wet shoes are removed in the hallway, white decoration will quickly lose its impeccable appearance. Therefore, shades of ivory are suitable as an alternative. They look rich, harmonize well with other colors and add presentability to the interior.
The photo shows the design of the corridor, made in white.
Mint color in the interior of the hallway
If you choose the right consonant companion colors for a delicate mint color scheme, you will be able to create a rather harmonious coloristic composition that will match the dimensions and decor of the room.
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The mint palette is effectively combined with white, gray, blue or gold tones. For modern design, an alliance with red will be appropriate.
Entrance hall in beige tones
The coziest and warmest color that fits perfectly into the corridor space and creates a pleasant atmosphere in the room.
Beige walls pair well with floor or ceiling cladding in discreet and natural shades of brown, white or gray. nine0005
In the photo, the corridor is in shades of beige with white splashes.
Turquoise hallway
Turquoise interior is distinguished by its originality and showiness. The natural shade of turquoise, which combines heavenly radiance and sea waves, gives the atmosphere an attractive charm and freshness. This color gives the hallway a discreet luxury, and thanks to different color duets it allows you to create an interesting visual effect in the room.
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Hallway ideas in bright colors
A hallway in an apartment or house is a great place to create expressive touches and bold color experiments. Extraordinary tint solutions due to a short stay in the hallway will only positively affect the surrounding space and add to it a special tone and showiness.
For example, bright red tones will not leave anyone indifferent and will undoubtedly attract attention, orange will create an optimistic, positive and bright atmosphere in the corridor, and pink at the same time will add richness, solidity and intimacy to the hallway. nine0005
Yellow, lemon or mustard colors have charming warmth and, thanks to their good combination with other color palettes, provide an opportunity to realize original design ideas and ideas.
The photo shows the interior of the corridor, decorated in red.
Style features of colors
In Provence style interiors, color plays a decisive role.
Pastel white, beige, cream and other muted and faded tones serve as the main range here. nine0005
A loft-style corridor is characterized by neutral white, gray or brown colors. For a more interesting design, this palette is diluted with bright purple, red, green and other rich colors.
The photo shows a loft-style entrance hall in shades of brown, gray and white.
The hallway in the classic style is characterized by a light design that combines white, cream, beige or light green colors. Snow-white, milky or almond wall cladding very harmoniously complements the classic direction. Light shades with the addition of gold or silver look really expensive and luxurious. nine0005
Color combinations in the interior
When designing a corridor, they are guided by the rule of 3 shades, when one color is used as the main one, and the other two as additional ones.
The best solution is a combination of similar shades. Beige-milky, gray-brown or turquoise-blue gamma is characterized by soft transitions and at the same time creates a very expressive interior. With such a combination, designers are advised to dilute the decor with small accents from a different spectrum. nine0005
The photo shows a white-beige-brown combination of colors in the interior of the hallway.
A bold and interesting option is the use of a contrasting combination. Muted and neutral backgrounds can be complemented by bright patterns, rich decor and other small elements, creating a contrast between flooring and walls, furniture and wall trim, or between floors, wall cladding and interior doors.
Photo gallery
Properly selected color of the hallway, taking into account the area of the room, lighting and interior style, will turn the corridor into a real work of art with a well-thought-out design.
Design of a small hallway - 100 photo-ideas of the interior of a small hallway
The hallway is the "face" of the apartment and a reflection of the chosen style of the entire room.
The design of a small hallway can play an important role in shaping the interior of a home, so it is important to pay attention to every detail and think about the location of furniture, lighting fixtures, and other elements. nine0005
To design a small hallway in an apartment or house, it is important to carefully select the color scheme, taking into account the specifics of the layout, geometry, as well as the presence of windows and the level of lighting. Usually, three close shades and a couple of bright accents are selected. Large prints, geometric patterns, flashy tones will look out of place and even tasteless.
Finishes and materials
Floor
In the hallway, it is important to choose a floor covering that is strong, durable, moisture resistant and easy to maintain. Ceramic tiles for the entrance area, linoleum, parquet or engineered board retain their original properties well. An innovative solution is PVC boards, which retain heat well and are light in weight. nine0005
When it comes to laminate, you need to choose collections with increased durability, but they are not cheap. Therefore, it is recommended to use combinations of different finishes that will look stylish in a modern interior. For example, tiles can be laid right at the door, thereby separating the entrance area. Next, you can already lay the laminate. If there is an entrance to a room without a door directly from the hallway, the type and color of the coating must match to create a coherent composition.
Walls
- Coloring. The easiest and most affordable option that allows you to quickly transform even the smallest room. It is in the hallway that glossy paint can be used, since the area is not intended for relaxation, and such a solution will not bother anyone. If you choose matte paint, one of the walls should be made accent.
- Vinyl or non-woven wallpaper. A convenient, beautiful and practical option, which is easy to care for, does not fade under the influence of light for a long time.
nine0008 - Bamboo wallpaper. Natural, modern material for wall decoration, which will last more than 10 years. An interesting texture deserves special attention, which adds to the attractiveness of the appearance.
- decor. A non-standard solution would be imitation of brick or masonry. As for Venetian plaster, it is gradually fading into the background, giving way to more practical and affordable solutions.
Clapboard, panels, parquet, solid wood are not used to decorate the hallway, as they quickly absorb dirt and are difficult to restore, do not withstand constant moisture and maximum load, and also visually reduce the space. If you want to create a designer interior, you should give preference to metallized or liquid wallpaper. nine0005
Ceiling
Of course, for a narrow hallway you should choose stretch glossy ceilings with built-in lights. They do not require perfect alignment and allow you to hide defects, are easy to clean and can really transform any interior.
Plasterboard structures are not used, as they reduce the height of the room by about 15 cm. Painting should only be applied if the ceiling has a perfectly smooth surface.
Furniture for a small hallway
It is worth forgetting about stylish solutions on massive legs, which will only take up space, but will not be of any functional use. The main elements are a wardrobe with a wardrobe for shoes and hangers for outerwear, a small table in combination with a mirror located at the entrance, as well as a small chest of drawers or a shelf for other things. If there is space, you can put a wooden bench with a niche in which it is convenient to store various items.
Other interior items are optional, depending on the free space left. For example, it can be a comfortable ottoman, a corner bookcase, a full chest of drawers with a mirror, or an additional locker that will be used as a pantry. nine0005
Lighting and decor
Lighting
If we are talking about a small hallway in an apartment, it is immediately clear that there is no natural light.
Therefore, it is important to think in advance about the location of lighting fixtures at all levels, including the location of their communications. To obtain a pleasant light, preference should be given to proven, economical and diverse LED lamps.
To achieve a uniform light supply, not only the central chandelier is used, but also built-in lamps in niches and furniture, various sconces, as well as LED lighting around the entire perimeter. In addition, in addition to white light, you can use color, which will emphasize modern design. nine0005
For homely and cozy interiors, sconces located directly on both sides of the mirror will look great. This technique will not only add light, but also allow you to get a mirror image without shadows. Sconces are also used for paintings, photographs in frames.
Decor
Mirrors and glossy surfaces that visually expand the space will become the main decor of a small hallway. If on the ceiling it will be in the form of a film, then mirror surfaces are used on the walls.
The effect can be enhanced by using polished plastic furniture. nine0005
As for other decor elements, don't overdo it. Of course, there may be a small sculpture on a table or chest of drawers, but you should give preference to wall decor, including prints, posters, photos and paintings. In addition, the design must be functional. A great option would be stylized key holders, coat hooks, key bowls and even a shoe horn.
Selecting the style of the hallway
Before deciding on one of the stylistic decisions, it is important to consider the design of the rooms in the apartment or in a private house in order to form one stylish and organic concept. nine0005
Minimalism and high-tech
Practical, modern and extremely simple options that are most appropriate for the new rhythm of life. Each item has its own purpose, no unnecessary details that can reduce space. Mirrors in simple frames are complemented by mirror surfaces of furniture. White, gray, blue palettes with red and black details predominate.
Classic
This option never goes out of style. The severity of lines, regular geometric shapes are emphasized by neutral colors and natural materials. Wooden furniture, mirrors, stucco, paintings in three-dimensional frames, as well as the use of gold tones are characteristic of the classics. Basic colors: peach, brown, coffee, beige, green, pale pink. Not the best solution for a narrow hallway, as it will not be possible to convey all the necessary details. nine0005
Provence and Mediterranean
Natural, pastel colors, floral prints, handicrafts and a minimal amount of decoration easily transform the interior of a small hallway into a home in the south of France. The walls are finished with plaster, a moisture-resistant parquet board is laid on the floor, and the ceiling is simply painted (no tension structures). In Provence, olive, terracotta, brown, beige tones prevail, in the Mediterranean interior - blue, blue, white, sand. nine0005
Scandinavian
A popular trend that will suit absolutely any space, regardless of their size and shape.
