Large hallways: design recommendations and stylish solutions

In modern apartments, rather large hallways are most often found. For a large corridor, you can afford to experiment with interior design, decorate and furnish the room in an unusual way. A spacious hallway does not have the disadvantages of a small room, it is easier to comfortably equip it. However, there are some peculiarities, for example, even the most successful layout can be easily cluttered visually. To prevent this from happening, you should use design ideas and tips for a large hallway.

It is in the hallway that a person first of all gets, finding himself in an apartment or house. Guests are welcomed in it, their outerwear is removed. If the room is rather large, it can be used in a non-standard way by providing competent zoning. The large corridor is divided into the following zones:

• a place where clothes for everyday use and seasonal type are stored, as well as shoes (these are wardrobes, galoshes, cabinets and other furniture);
• entrance area;
• the hallway itself.

The zoning of these areas is easiest to ensure using different types of flooring, as well as using wall decoration. In the entrance area, tiles will become the optimal material for the floor, then you can use wood, parquet, linoleum, laminate. As for the walls, stone and wood trim always looks advantageous at the entrance. The main space is decorated either only with wallpaper, or in combination with this decor.

The hallway is the “face of the house”, so the impression it makes should be favorable. It is very important to choose the right design, finish and use the large space rationally. There are different ways to get comfortable:

• use built-in storage systems, thinking over their design, rely on the general style of the hallway;
• despite the size, give up bulky furniture, especially in modern directions;
• try to get by with a comfortable minimum of interior items;
• think over a high-quality lighting system for all zones, do not feel sorry for spotlights that are turned on separately.

First, decide on the general style of decoration and the minimum required furniture. After that, you can choose materials, colors, think over lighting and decor. Designers recommend taking into account the following nuances:

• a large area looks better if the room is zoned;
• you can safely delimit the entrance area from the hallway even with the help of a partition, as well as use other visual techniques;
• in a square room, arrange tall furniture in the corners.

More dirt always accumulates in the corridor than in any other room, therefore, finishing materials must, above all, be durable and easy to clean. Always focus on the following qualities:

• moisture resistance;
• wear resistance;
• resistance to chemical care products.

When decorating your walls, choose a wallpaper that can be washed, such as vinyl. Before gluing, it is advisable to treat the walls with special primer. A good solution is finishing with MDF panels, wood. Liquid wallpaper is suitable for the hallway, as you can easily fix any dirt. Avoid paper and fabric wallpaper. An interesting option is fiberglass.

Tiled flooring is preferable for this room. Fit porcelain stoneware or ceramic tiles... If you decide to decorate the entire floor with tiles, it is better to take care of the "warm floor" system. Also a practical solution – high-quality linoleum, but it is better not to lay parquet and laminate at the entrance.

As for the ceiling, despite the size of the room, it is better to refuse complex suspended structures. A smooth white ceiling is appropriate in any style direction. Give up on the bright decoration of the ceiling, even in the most daring designs. Drywall and stretch canvas are the best solution.

Without a competent lighting system, even a spacious hallway can seem gloomy and uncomfortable. If the room does not have a window, natural light must be completely replaced by artificial light. The central top chandelier in the hallway is never enough. Pay attention to spotlights around the entire perimeter of the ceiling. In the classic style, this role will be performed by a chandelier and wall sconces. Be sure to consider lighting by the mirrors, inside the storage sections.

The canonical hallway furniture set looks like this:

• wardrobe;
• hanger;
• mirror;
• pouf, bench, chair;
• if necessary and possible - a shoe cabinet or a shoe cabinet.

In a large room, you can safely expand this list depending on the chosen style and taste of the household. In the overall room, you can arrange:

• freestanding mirror;
• toilet table;
• unusual hangers;
• umbrella stands;
• spectacular decor.

However, the central subject of the furniture composition in the hallway is a functional storage system. Built-in structures up to the ceiling with mezzanines can accommodate almost all the shoes and clothes in the house. It is important that cabinets, and indeed all furniture, are made of high-quality moisture-resistant material. To make the passer-by make a favorable impression, pay attention to the following points:

• storage sections must be closed, otherwise the interior will look sloppy;
• choose compact furniture of simple, laconic forms, as massive objects with catchy designs, carvings and moldings will visually reduce the space;
• be sure to use decor, interesting accents, otherwise the room will be cold and uncomfortable;
• give up too colorful design solutions, adhere to the rule of three shades;
• the hallway should be as comfortable as possible in daily use.

The color scheme, the choice of materials, furniture and decor are primarily aimed at the embodiment of the stylistic composition. All interior items should be organic, look like a single concept. Among the style directions, designers recommend focusing on the general style of housing. We propose to consider the characteristic features of the most popular concepts for a large corridor.

High tech:

• suitable for fans of functional decor;
• a lot of glass, metal, gloss is used;
• neutral colors: black, gray, white, brown;
• decor is minimized;
• the furniture is strict, multifunctional.

Provence:

• creates the atmosphere of the French province;
• the composition should be light, airy;
• pastel colors: rose, mint, lavender, lemon, white, gray, blue;
• floristic motives in design;
• artificial aging of furniture.

Art Deco:

• style of luxury, wealth;
• as a decor, you can use antiques, exotic;
• finishing materials - expensive and high quality;
• the lines of furniture are smooth;
• colors - monochrome with accents;
• many mirrors and shiny coatings.

Japanese:

• the focus is on simplicity and rationality;
• environmentally friendly, ascetic direction;
• lines are simple, strict, colors are calm;
• only natural materials, matt surfaces;
• as little furniture as possible;
• decorative elements from bamboo, hieroglyphs on the walls, Japanese vases.

Modern:

• asymmetry, originality and luxury;
• many intricate forms, floral patterns, stained-glass windows;
• rounded lines;
• handicraft is preferable when choosing furniture;
• gamma - mainly beige and green;
• a lot of forging elements made of wood.