Whether in an apartment or a house, whether wide or narrow, dark or bright, there is always a hallway in our interiors. Far from being a waste of space, it is not always obvious to find the right layout solution.
Paint, wallpaper, layout: discover now the 17 best decor ideas for a modern hallway.
A Haussmannian hallway with theatrical decor
If you have a Haussmannian hallway with beautiful proportions, bring it to life by imagining a theatrical decor, with beautiful pieces of furniture.
In this Parisian apartment for example, the huge area of matte black paint contrasts with the high walls of immaculate white. We love the zebra rug and the globe pendants that add even more style to the decor.
In a more minimalist style, this hallway decoration is also very interesting. With its shades of white, gray and black, it gives the feeling of entering an Art gallery.
My decorator’s advice: don’t hesitate to play with sculptural pieces like this pedestal and its huge pottery, perfect for filling large volumes.
A hallway painted in a dark color
In this Haussmannian apartment, the hallway walls have been painted in a very deep blue, almost black. The ceiling moldings and door frames remain white to create a graphic contrast that visually enhances the flow.
Here, we discover a hallway decorated in a very masculine style, with a very deep midnight blue, black, dark carpet, and accessories in an industrial style.
In this interior, we love the mix of colors and materials: it gives avery arty style to this narrow hallway.
A wall of frames with your family photos in the hallway
And why not take advantage of a long hallway to create a wall of frames with your family photos? Here, different portraits follow one another in the same format: all the photos are in black and white and in the same frame style.
Embrace wallpaper in the hallway
Wallpaper is (almost!) always a good idea. In this interior, a very graphic pattern has been placed on the upper part of the wall, leaving the lower part white and neutral.
In this hallway, the walls are dressed in a delicate floral wallpaper, both soft and welcoming. We also notice the presence of a round mirror, which offers a beautiful perspective to the room.
Here, it is the famous Pimpernel wallpaper from Morris & Co that adorns the walls, for a very pronounced decoration style .
A hallway decor like an Art gallery
If you are the collector type, why not dedicate your hallway to your passion, like an Art gallery?
In this apartment, gray walls alternate with white walls in a very graphic style. The artworks, on the other hand, are arranged in a disorderly manner for even more modernity.
To complete your wall of frames and give a unique touch to your hallway, discover a beautiful selection of frames on Desenio.fr. Whether you prefer classic frames or more modern designs, you will find everything you need to create a space that reflects you.
My decorator’s advice: don’t hesitate to play with different types of posters and frames. This will allow you to create a more dynamic composition.
Affiche Waiting
The Poster Club
Affiche Solid shape
Paper Collective
Affiche Painted Square
Poster and Frame
Dare to use color in your hallway
Color finds its place everywhere, even in hallways. Here, the walls are adorned with a very soft water green, which brightens the room and gives it a welcoming atmosphere.
The water green being a bright and light color, it allows for style while being easy to live with on a daily basis. Of course, you can opt for all sorts of colors: from lighter ones like linen color; to more intense ones like terracotta or olive green.
In a completely different style, we love this painted hallway in a beautiful pink color. Welcoming and invigorating, it gives a true personality to this often neglected space. A beautiful decor idea for a modern hallway.
Narrow hallway: use mirrors to visually enlarge the space
Often dimly lit and narrow, the hallway is an ideal place to install a mirror. Why? Simply because it offers a beautiful perspective and a feeling of a space that breathes.
Miroir rotin Sakhara
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Miroir fenêtre Abby
Maisons du Monde
Miroir rond Alaria
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Dress the floor with a hallway rug
Nothing like a beautiful rug to make a modern hallway warm and welcoming. This is evidenced by this ambiance that reveals a beautiful personality, despite the simplicity of the lines and colors used.
Petit tapis Aftas
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Lampe Claude aubergine
Maison Sarah Lavoine
Banc coffre Miji
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In this interior with anthracite gray walls, the kilim hallway rug adds a touch of color and character.
We love the modern and minimalist decor of this narrow hallway. With its wooden notes, its Berber rug, and its graphic wall sconces, we discover a muted atmosphere that reveals a strong personality.
Adopt a bench to create a comfortable spot
Whether you choose a custom-made piece or a store-bought bench, this small piece of furniture will make your hallway even more welcoming. Here are some ideas for arranging a hallway with a bench.
A custom bookshelf in the hallway
If you are lucky enough to have a wide hallway, why not take advantage of it to integrate storage? In this apartment, a custom bookshelf has been designed to fully optimize the space by creating maximum storage. It’s also a nice way to add a touch of color!
In this hallway, an old door has certainly been sealed off to create a custom bookshelf. A good idea to steal for arranging the space!
Add a built-in niche
If you can, don’t hesitate to exploit the volumes to add a built-in niche in your walls. This way, you will gain storage space while adding a decorative touch!
Focus on colored baseboards
If adopting color scares you, try painting only the baseboards. Here, it adds a graphic dimension to the hallway while pleasantly playing with perspective.
This can also be a way to bring color discreetly if you opt for a relatively light shade.
Find the ideal storage for your narrow hallway
Make the most of these few square meters to optimize your interior ! You can for example adopt a special narrow hallway furniture that will have a dual function: to store, of course; but also to create a decorative space on which to place a small lamp, a vase, and other decorative objects.
Decorate your hallway with plants
In a hallway, using plants can bring life and greenery to a space that can otherwise be dull and uninviting. If your room does not benefit from natural light, you can always opt for a fake plant.
There are several ways to use plants for the hallway decoration:
- You can hang potted plants such as ivy or ceropegia woodi to bring a touch of vertical greenery.
- You can use shelves to place potted plants along the hallway.
- You can also create a wall garden using succulents or climbing plants that grow vertically.
Set up a desk corner in a hallway
Among the latest decor trends, there is the revolution of the Home office. And all tips are good to create a space to work from home. In this interior, the huge passage has been set up as a stylish and functional desk corner. I really like the idea of the wooden wall to make the place really cozy.
If you have a narrower hallway, you might opt for a wall desk as they are generally shallow.
Dress the hallway walls with pretty wall shelves
Wall shelves can be an interesting solution to dress a hallway. In addition to adding style, they allow for more storage space. We particularly love the String shelves, known for their design and shallow depth.
Étagère murale Alba
Woodendot
Étagère arche Woven
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Étagère String pocket
String furniture
Add warmth with a wooden wall panel
Wood is known for bringing strength and character. By dressing the walls of your hallways with wooden panels, you ensure a passage that is both strong in personality and relatively minimalist.
Image source for the cover: Davide Lovatti.
