25 Creative Ways to Bring Style to Your Hallway
Don't miss the opportunity to showcase your design aesthetic.
Believe it or not, your hallway doesn't have to be an eyesore. While it's a space that's often overlooked, a few decorating tricks can make it work harder and look more stylish in an instant. When it comes to design choices, the possibilities are endless. You can install wallpaper, go for two tones with paint, arrange a gallery wall, create a functional mudroom—the list goes on. Click through this roundup of 25 standout hallway ideas to get inspired to revamp your own space once and for all.
Go Bold with Wallpaper
You might be reluctant to install graphic wallpaper in your living room or bedroom, but it's the perfect spot for a hallway. Stay on theme by opting for a rug, light fixture, and furniture in the same hues as your wallpaper.
Keep it Airy
Lean into the beauty of a light-filled hallway with a neutral palette, grounded in natural accents, like a jute runner.
Play with Stripes
Black-and-white stripes are the perfect foundation for gallery walls. Play with frames in different styles and sizes to bring the space to life.
Mix Prints
Take a cue from the fashion world and layer classic prints. For instance, stripes and tartan are a no-fail choice.
Bring in a Pop of Color
This console table's mint green top is a chic touch against this hallway's rustic wood details.
Experiment with Animal Prints
When it comes to rugs, you can never go wrong with an eye-catching print. Here, a zebra patterned rug, paired with orange stools, adds a sophisticated flair to this hallway.
Brighten Your Walls
Let a trendy paint color, such as hot pink, act as a backdrop to style a console table and your favorite piece of artwork.
Install Shelving
Place simple shelves in your hallway to keep everything from kids' toys to gardening tools handy. To brighten the look, choose an energetic wall color.
Opt for a Two-Tone Effect
Why settle for one paint color when you can choose two? Pick a pair of timeless paint hues, such as black and white, to give your hallway a refresh.
Display a Collection
Don't let your collectibles gather dust in the attic. Instead, put it all on full display in your hallway.
Create Contrast
Not only did Robert and Lauren of the Blesser House create contrast with a black door, they hung oversized architectural prints for extra oomph.
Create a Makeshift Mudroom
If your hallway is near a high-traffic door, design a makeshift mudroom. Outfit it with a stool and wall hooks for essentials like bags and hats.
Consider a Demilune Table
A demilune table — one that boasts a crescent shape design — is a great way to add character to a hallway. Show off a few decorative pieces on top and hang a selection of art on the wall behind it and you're all set.
Get Organized
If your home lacks a dedicated mudroom, make use of a hallway near your entry. A high shelf for baskets, a few hooks, and a storage ottoman are all it takes.
Go for Neutrals with Personality
Combine shades of white and beige to create an inviting hallway design scheme, complete with an upholstered bench that can be used for resting books, flower arrangements, and other decor pieces.
Embrace a Nautical Vibe
Love nothing more than a home with a beach vibe? Consider nautical-inspired prints and soothing gray wall paneling to get the look.
Bust Out a Pattern
A hallway can handle a fun, all-over stencil. Unlike, say, the living room, you don't spend much time in the hall, so the look won't overwhelm you.
Add Form and Function
This blogger shows off her family's smiling faces in a pleasing symmetrical way. Coat hooks match the black frames to offer mudroom functionality without sacrificing style.
Expand the Play Area
Your hallway might include the widest wall in your home, which makes it the ideal spot to channel your kids' endless creativity. Spread chalkboard paint on the bottom half, display masterpieces above, and take the family room for less messy pursuits.
Sneak in a Surprise
Gallery walls are nothing new, but positioning one at the end of a long hall is unexpected and delights passersby as they walk through the house.
Monique Valeris is the home design director for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand's home decorating coverage across print and digital. Prior to joining GH in 2020, she was the digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she explores everything from design trends and home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing her monthly column, "What's in My Cart."
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