Hallway design in a private house: photo ideas for creating an original interior

Hallway is the hallmark of a private house, its face

Hallway design in a private house: photo for inspiration

Repair in the hallway, as a rule, is done last, when all other rooms already have a finished image, and you can evaluate the result obtained. When planning renovations for the corridor, it is important to build on the existing interior of the rest of the house and keep everything in the same style. Or you can go from the opposite and do hallwaya special part of the house - unlike any other part of it. It all depends on the preferences and capabilities of the owners.

Using wallpaper with an unusual pattern, you can create a bright and memorable hallway design

When starting to develop a corridor design in a private house, first of all, it is necessary to determine what functions this part of the house should carry. First, answer a few questions:

• Do you plan to store things in the hallway that you are not currently wearing, or is there a separate pantry for this? Photos of repairs in the hallway will help to create an unusual, original design in a small area. It is more difficult to work with a narrow corridor, but it is also quite possible;

Bright accents in the laconic design of the hallway

• how much seating do you need? It depends on the number of household members who live with you;
• do the sizes allow hallway fit into it the functional load that you plan? If the corridor is narrow, the repair in the hallway must correspond to the realities.

Well-chosen decor elements will create a unique atmosphere of comfort in the hallway

By answering these questions, you will get a rough picture of how your hallway should look like. After that, you can safely proceed to the selection of finishing materials and furniture.

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The choice of finishing material for walls

It is important to understand that the walls in the corridor are significantly exposed to moisture, dirt and mechanical damage. After all, no matter how hard you try, in rainy weather, drops of water will fall on the wall from shoes or umbrellas, and metal parts of shoes and outerwear can scratch the walls. Therefore, when choosing a finishing material for walls, consider the need to quickly and easily clean the walls from dirt and water.

The use of contrasting colors in a modern hallway interior

Particular attention should be paid to this issue if pets live with you. It is they who often bring most of the dirt into the hallway, staining not only the floor, but also the walls.

Cozy entrance hall decorated in Provence style

Experts do not recommend stopping the choice on textile or paper wallpapers, even if they are of high quality and beautiful. It is better to give preference to washable options that are not affected by moisture. At the same time, pay attention that caring for them does not require the use of specialized products - this will create additional hassle during cleaning.

Wallpaper used in the design of the hallways with original ornament of saturated colors

The most popular wall decoration options in the corridor and hallway (photos of real interiors confirm this):

• vinyl wallpapers - a great option for decorating a hallway. The main advantage of this type of wallpaper from paper is that it can be safely washed without fear of damage. Vinyl wallpapers have a limitless palette of colors and can be easily applied by yourself. Affordable price only emphasizes all the advantages of this type of wall covering;

Natural shades in a modern hallway interior

• the liquid wallpaper - a relatively new, but very modern type of wall decoration. Due to its properties, such wallpaper is very convenient to decorate various designs - arches, niches, and so on. After application, liquid wallpaper is varnished, and in the future, any dirt can be easily removed with water and a rag. For clarity, you can find thematic photos on the Internet. Wallpaper for the corridor, which is easy to clean and restore, is a great find for any housewife;

Bright hallway interiors created by painting walls in contrasting colors

Helpful advice! Liquid wallpaper is a great option for decorating a hallway. If the wall gets dirty, you can easily apply a new layer of such wallpaper to the damaged area.

Decorative plaster - a simple and reliable type of wall decoration

• paint is a good and inexpensive option for finishing the hallway, but only if the walls in the corridor are perfectly flat. If the walls are initially flawed, you may have to spend a significant amount of time and effort on leveling the walls and preparing them for painting;

• decorative plaster is a simple and reliable type of wall decoration. Such plaster is easy to apply and subsequently unpretentious to maintain;

PVC panels are a quick and inexpensive way to decorate the ceiling or walls in the hallway yourself

• MDF panels and PVC is a quick and inexpensive way to decorate the walls in the hallway yourself. Panels are divided into three types: sheet, type-setting rack and square tile. Any kind of these panels are suitable for hallway decoration. The only thing worth paying attention to is the degree of moisture resistance of the panel that you have chosen.

Bright colors in a modern hallway interior

It is not uncommon now to combine materials for wall decoration. To decorate the lower half of the wall, use MDF panels and PVC. The upper half is plastered, painted or pasted over with wallpaper. Photos of the combined design for the corridor perfectly demonstrate the benefits of this combination.

As a floor covering, it is better to choose a durable and reliable material that is easy to care for.

You can also use decorative stone to decorate the corridor (photos demonstrating this type of design are very popular on the Internet).

Floors in hallway every day they experience a huge load, because it is in the corridor that bags, shoes, bicycles, scooters, rollers are left. When choosing a floor covering, it is important to understand how much the floor in the hallway is susceptible to mechanical damage. As a floor covering, you need to choose a material that is durable and not subject to damage, which can be easy to care for.

As an alternative to a bulky wardrobe in a small hallway, hooks for clothes and a compact headset are used

Popular flooring options

The most popular and practical flooring for the hallway today:

• linoleum is undoubtedly the leader of our country among floor coverings. Due to its affordable price, as well as ease of maintenance, linoleum is considered the best option for decorating the floor in the corridor. And the photo of the design of the corridors in the houses confirms this. However, when choosing linoleum for your hallway, it is important to pay attention to its density and thickness. Too thin (the so-called household linoleum) will not work because of its susceptibility to mechanical damage;

Affordable price and ease of maintenance make linoleum the best option for decorating the floor in the hallway

• laminate is a perfectly acceptable option for finishing the floor in the hallway, but it requires special attention when choosing. It is necessary to pay attention to the wear resistance and moisture resistance of the selected option. These indicators should be maximum. Be sure to use a moisture resistant grout at the joints to avoid moisture getting between the laminate elements. High-quality laminate is a very beautiful option for creating a hallway design in the house. Photos reflect this well;

High-quality laminate is a good option for creating a beautiful hallway interior

• tiles are a reliable and durable way to finish floors. Most often, porcelain stoneware is preferred, since this option is stronger than ordinary tiles and, moreover, does not slip. If we talk about stone tiles, then this is a very expensive material. But at the same time it is very durable and looks great in the interior.

Tiles are a reliable and durable way to decorate floors

As with walls, you can use a combination finish on the floor. In the most loaded part of the hallway, tiles are laid, and then laminate or linoleum as desired.

Helpful advice! Do not skimp on finishing materials for the hallway, otherwise you risk facing the fact that the walls and floor will very quickly lose their original appearance, reducing your efforts to create the interior to zero.

The combination of light walls and wooden floors in a modern hallway interior

The choice of materials for finishing the ceiling in the hallway

Types of ceilings in the hallway:

• The stretch ceiling has a flat, smooth surface that looks great and is easy to clean. The only difficulty that you will have to face when choosing a stretch ceiling is the complex installation process. This will require professionals and special equipment. Without this, the installation of a stretch ceiling is impossible. But if you are ready to spend time and effort on this, then such a ceiling will be an excellent interior solution for your hallway;

Various types of ceiling finishes in the hallway of a private house

• suspended ceiling - a structure decorated with plastic panels or plasterboard. A suspended ceiling is a great platform for creating a multi-level structure with recessed lighting. But it is worth noting that such structures take up space, and each level will "eat up" at least 10 cm of the ceiling height. This can become an obstacle to its use in creating a long corridor design.It is important to remember that, unlike plastic panels, drywall needs further processing, and you have to paste over, plaster or paint it;

Interesting decor is the key to creating a beautiful and unusual interior in any room

• ceiling decoration is a number of possible design methods using the following materials: paint, wallpaper, decorative plaster, whitewash, ceiling tiles.

If you plan to use paint or whitewash for finishing the ceiling, make sure that the surface of the ceiling is prepared and even. It is possible to make repairs hallway with your own hands... The photos of the interior design presented in the article are a vivid confirmation of this.

The interior of the hallway is in harmony with the overall design of the house

Choosing the color palette of the hallway interior

When choosing a color palette for finishing the corridor and hallway (a photo selection of striking interior examples will help in choosing) there are no prerequisites. It only matters if you like the color you choose. After all, it is you who will have to enter and leave your house every day through the hallway.

Using vibrant colors in modern hallway designs

Some people prefer calm shades that they associate with peace and comfort. And someone, on the contrary, wants to see bright, cheerful colors in their hallway. Whichever option you choose, try to make the interior of the corridor at least a little overlapping with the renovation in the other rooms. This will foster a sense of wholeness emanating from the home. On the Internet you can see a photo of the design of the corridors in a private house.

In a large hallway, matte surfaces of walls, ceilings and floor coverings look advantageous

Helpful advice! If the goal is to visually increase the space, use glossy materials for decoration. In a fairly spacious hallway, on the contrary, it is better to use matte surfaces.

Also pay attention to the fact that the walls should be at least a few tones lighter than the floors, but darker than the ceiling. This will help to visually expand the room and create a sense of space. Here are some great examples of corridor finishing (photos show how advantageous this combination of shades looks).

Light colors visually add space to the room, move the walls apart

The black and white interior looks incredibly organic in the hallway. If you choose the right materials, then caring for the white decor elements will not be difficult.

If you are an adherent of bright and cheerful colors, then the hallway is the place where you can fulfill your wildest desires. Bright decor elements will give a festive mood for the whole day.

Cozy interior of a hallway in a private house

Hallway furniture

Storage systems are the first thing we think about when we start furnishing the hallway. How and where will our clothes, shoes and accessories be stored?

Storage systems made of unpainted wood are a common option for hallways in a private or country house. Such a set is very spacious and can be used not only for clothes and shoes of the current season, but also to store all the outerwear of a medium-sized family in itself. Storage systems can even be used in the design of a small hallway in a private house. You can see photos of the most popular wood storage systems on the pages of Internet catalogs.

Storage systems can even be used in the design of a small hallway in a private house.

The corner system is a great opportunity to use all possible space for storing things. This option is great for hallways with a small area. In the lower part of the structure, you can make shelves for shoes (or use boxes), above them you can equip a seat. This will help you use the space as efficiently as possible.

White furniture is used in the interior of the hallway, so it less clutters the space

If there is little space in the hallway, give preference to the white headset. No matter how impressive its size is, thanks to the white color, the furniture will not look so heavy. These techniques are also used for narrow corridors (photo of hallwaysthat are designed with these tips in mind are excellent examples of their effectiveness).

Furniture, combining open and closed sections in its design, will help to ensure perfect order in the hallway

Storage systems made in dark colors are permissible only in houses where the entrance hall occupies an impressive area. In this case, the color and size of the headset can be any. If you decide to give preference to dark furniture, it is better to make the walls light. At the same time, the floor should be in harmony with the furniture.

In the design of a small hallway, it is important to use really appropriate and practical decor elements and furniture.

Seating and other items

An entrance hall is a room where you have to put on and take off your shoes every day. And, of course, it is much more comfortable to do this while sitting in a specially designated place. For this purpose, a special pouf or a small bench... A seating position built into the headset is also possible. The main thing is that it is located at a comfortable height.

A specially designed seating area can make the hallway truly cozy and comfortable.

A chest of drawers or a curbstone are frequent elements of furnishing an entrance hall in a private house, which are convenient to use for storing things. Accessories or small decorative elements can be placed on the surface of the cabinet or chest of drawers. These pieces of furniture will significantly diversify the design of the corridor in a private house (you can look at photo examples on various sites).

Various options for interior decoration of the hallway in a private house

The hanger is a universal solution for a modest hallway. If you do not have room for large furniture, a hanger will completely replace it in terms of placement of outerwear. Of course, the hanger does not allow you to store clothes that you do not wear, but, nevertheless, for a small hallway it is a great option.

Bright colors in the design of the hallway will delight the eye and improve mood

Even in a private house, the hallway is rarely large. Therefore, the decorative elements used for its design must carry a functional load. On the Internet, you can find many interesting options on the design of the hallway in the house, photo ideas will become a source of inspiration for the choice of decor elements.

The glossy surface of the walls, floor and ceiling will visually increase the area of ​​a small hallway

A mirror is that element of decor that no hallway can do without. After all, the last preparations before going outside take place in the hallway. To make sure that today you are simply irresistible, a mirror will help you. But, in addition, a correctly selected mirror significantly decorates the interior of the hallway. In the case when it is necessary to visually expand the space, the mirror will also become the best assistant in creating a hallway design in a private house. Photos of original solutions can be seen on the Internet.

A properly selected mirror and its frame can become a real interior decoration.

Helpful advice! Placing a painting or other decorative element in front of a mirror will create a sense of spaciousness and perspective. You can visually increase the space in the corridor not only with the help of mirrors, but also using wallpaper.

Wallpaper with horizontal stripes add extra centimeters of a small hallway

A stand or umbrella basket can also be an excellent entryway decor element. Such a small element, in the right color, will decorate and diversify the interior of the hallway in a private house. Photos are an example of this.In addition, thanks to this decorative element, the umbrella will always be at hand on a rainy day.

An umbrella stand or basket will diversify interior hallway in a private house

Elements of textiles and carpet. If there is a window in the hallway, then draping it with tulle (curtains) also requires attention. When purchasing curtains, curtains or blinds, it is better to give preference to products made from materials that are easy to care for. In this case, bamboo or metal blinds are the best option. The same principle is used for the selection of carpets.

Monolithic structures designed for storing clothes in the hallway are spacious and extremely functional

Helpful advice! Think over the little things - everything should be convenient. You will have to go to the mirror, take an umbrella and other simple actions often. Plan ahead so that it is comfortable and not uncomfortable for you.

If the hallway in the house is spacious enough, flower pots will decorate it perfectly. Flowers in bright, original pots will give a feeling of cleanliness and freshness.

Bright carpets and other interesting decor elements will help to create a unique interior

Hallway lighting

Lighting in the hallway depends primarily on what finish is chosen for the ceiling. If the ceiling is hinged, then the built-in lighting system will be an excellent solution to the issue. Definitely, the hallway should be brightly lit. If the corridor is modest in size, it is better to avoid bulky ceiling lights - they steal space a lot. In this case, it is better to use multi-level lighting and wall lights.

Lighting in the hallway depends on the chosen ceiling design

Large vintage chandeliers in the hallway are acceptable only if there is a large corridor area and sufficiently high ceilings.

Lighting is an important point in the renovation process in the hallway. Photo ideas from the Internet can serve as inspiration for you.

Dark tones of furniture are best used in spacious rooms.

Helpful advice! If you have to make repairs in a narrow corridor, direct the lighting to one side. This will help visually expand the space.

By doing renovationt in the hallway, all the functional features of this part of the house should be taken into account. The functionality of the corridor is the main reference in the design, but do not forget about the flight of imagination.

Flowers in original pots will decorate the interior

We hope that the article "Design of a hallway in a private house" and photo illustrations will become your assistant in creating your own unique interior. After all, only focusing on your own preferences, while taking into account the advice of experts, you can create a truly stylish interior that will delight you with its appearance and functionality every day.