How Does Your Hallway Storage Stack Up?
Make a fresh start this year with savvy storage options that help you clear away the clutter – the hallway could be your secret weapon
The hallway is one of the most important areas of the home, but it’s also one of the most underutilised. While the thoroughfare is tasked with the (very important) job of linking different rooms together, there’s no reason why it can’t also serve a greater purpose.
Make your hallway earn its keep right from the get-go this year by transforming it into a storage hub for books, bags, bedlinen and more. From space-savvy console tables to multi-tasking furniture that delivers storage and seating in one, there are plenty of options here to inspire you and help you put your own hall space to work.
Make your hallway earn its keep right from the get-go this year by transforming it into a storage hub for books, bags, bedlinen and more. From space-savvy console tables to multi-tasking furniture that delivers storage and seating in one, there are plenty of options here to inspire you and help you put your own hall space to work.
Niche solutions
Don’t let the empty nook at the end of your hallway go to waste. Maximise the area while amplifying your hall’s storage capacity by building open shelving or cabinetry into the wall. If you’re renting or don’t want to permanently fill the void, a hutch, bookcase or statement dresser will do the job nicely.
Don’t let the empty nook at the end of your hallway go to waste. Maximise the area while amplifying your hall’s storage capacity by building open shelving or cabinetry into the wall. If you’re renting or don’t want to permanently fill the void, a hutch, bookcase or statement dresser will do the job nicely.
Hooks and hangers on
A simple yet effective way to maximise space and add instant storage power to your hall is to affix hooks for hats, bags and more to your wall.
If your hallway is long and narrow, space them evenly down the length of the corridor. Or if you’ve only got limited wall space to work with, position them in a cluster but at staggered heights, to create a practical arrangement that also packs a visual punch.
Creative hanging storage
A simple yet effective way to maximise space and add instant storage power to your hall is to affix hooks for hats, bags and more to your wall.
If your hallway is long and narrow, space them evenly down the length of the corridor. Or if you’ve only got limited wall space to work with, position them in a cluster but at staggered heights, to create a practical arrangement that also packs a visual punch.
Creative hanging storage
A nice rack
A freestanding coat and hat stand is a great alternative if you’re renting and can’t attach hooks to your walls. When choosing a stand, make sure it suits the proportions of your space.
A large, chunky design will visually crowd a narrow walkway and take up precious floor space. Alternatively, a slimline stand may look awkward in a corridor that’s more generous in size, and won’t make the best use of the space.
A freestanding coat and hat stand is a great alternative if you’re renting and can’t attach hooks to your walls. When choosing a stand, make sure it suits the proportions of your space.
A large, chunky design will visually crowd a narrow walkway and take up precious floor space. Alternatively, a slimline stand may look awkward in a corridor that’s more generous in size, and won’t make the best use of the space.
Super skinny console
A skinny console is an ideal storage solution for a hallway that’s too narrow for bulky furniture. It will also serve as a display surface for art or an eye-catching vignette, resulting in a space that’s practical and appealing too.
For extra storage, place baskets or tubs underneath your console table to corral shoes and other small items, so your hallway remains tidy and free of clutter.
A skinny console is an ideal storage solution for a hallway that’s too narrow for bulky furniture. It will also serve as a display surface for art or an eye-catching vignette, resulting in a space that’s practical and appealing too.
For extra storage, place baskets or tubs underneath your console table to corral shoes and other small items, so your hallway remains tidy and free of clutter.
Pull-out doors and drawers
Pull-out storage systems are often used as space-saving storage in kitchens and bathrooms, but their slim design and ability to be hidden away also makes them ideal for use in a hallway.
Here, a floor-to-ceiling pull-out shelving unit transforms an otherwise unused section of this hallway wall into a home for spare bath and grooming essentials, but it could also be used to store umbrellas and gumboots, hats, scarves, beach gear and more.
Small space storage hacks
Pull-out storage systems are often used as space-saving storage in kitchens and bathrooms, but their slim design and ability to be hidden away also makes them ideal for use in a hallway.
Here, a floor-to-ceiling pull-out shelving unit transforms an otherwise unused section of this hallway wall into a home for spare bath and grooming essentials, but it could also be used to store umbrellas and gumboots, hats, scarves, beach gear and more.
Small space storage hacks
Benches, boxes and baskets
Amplify your hallway’s storage capacity by investing in a bench seat with built-in storage. The baskets that sit along the base of this hardworking wicker bench provide a convenient spot to stash shoes so they don’t clutter up your entryway. And the seat offers a place to perch when you’re putting them back on.
If your shoes are stored elsewhere, stash cushions, throws, totes or umbrellas below the bench instead.
Farmhouse ivory wicker storage seat: The Cotswold Company
Amplify your hallway’s storage capacity by investing in a bench seat with built-in storage. The baskets that sit along the base of this hardworking wicker bench provide a convenient spot to stash shoes so they don’t clutter up your entryway. And the seat offers a place to perch when you’re putting them back on.
If your shoes are stored elsewhere, stash cushions, throws, totes or umbrellas below the bench instead.
Farmhouse ivory wicker storage seat: The Cotswold Company
Central table
If your hallway is grand in size, a large round pedestal table with roomy drawers may be just what you need. The table will fill the void and anchor the expansive area, and offers the perfect spot to display flowers, photos, knick-knacks and treasured coffee table books, too.
If your hallway is grand in size, a large round pedestal table with roomy drawers may be just what you need. The table will fill the void and anchor the expansive area, and offers the perfect spot to display flowers, photos, knick-knacks and treasured coffee table books, too.
Built-in bookcases
Blessed with a big hallway? Reclaim wall space on both sides and outfit them with built-in shelves, or use freestanding bookcases to transform your run-of-the-mill corridor into a library and reading nook.
Blessed with a big hallway? Reclaim wall space on both sides and outfit them with built-in shelves, or use freestanding bookcases to transform your run-of-the-mill corridor into a library and reading nook.
If space is limited, opt for a half-wall of open shelves instead. The bookcase will still provide ample space to house your collection, while ensuring that the cosy thoroughfare maintains a light and airy feel.
In-between nooks for extra living
In-between nooks for extra living
Wall-mounted cupboards
Built-in wall-mounted cabinets and floating shelves are another great solution for compact corridors, as they deliver valuable storage without adding too much bulk. If your hall is extra narrow, opt for a tall, slimline unit rather than deep drawers or cupboards. Using light-coloured cabinets with a glossy finish will also open up the space and make it feel larger.
Built-in wall-mounted cabinets and floating shelves are another great solution for compact corridors, as they deliver valuable storage without adding too much bulk. If your hall is extra narrow, opt for a tall, slimline unit rather than deep drawers or cupboards. Using light-coloured cabinets with a glossy finish will also open up the space and make it feel larger.
Floating ledge
Don’t underestimate the power of a pint-sized ledge to transform an under-utilised hall into a hardworking thoroughfare. In this compact corridor, a wall-mounted wooden ledge acts as bike stand and a handy drop zone for keys, mail, helmets and other everyday essentials. If there are no cyclists in your household, forgo the bike rack and choose a design with a single drawer for storage instead.
Don’t underestimate the power of a pint-sized ledge to transform an under-utilised hall into a hardworking thoroughfare. In this compact corridor, a wall-mounted wooden ledge acts as bike stand and a handy drop zone for keys, mail, helmets and other everyday essentials. If there are no cyclists in your household, forgo the bike rack and choose a design with a single drawer for storage instead.
Sideboard storage
A striking credenza or sideboard is a smart and stylish storage option for thoroughfares that are wide enough to accommodate both furniture and travel. If you’re on a tight budget and can’t splash out on a new one, scour the streets for an unloved cabinet that you can save from kerbside collection, or buy one from a secondhand store. Then, restore it to its former glory or give it a fresh, modern look so it’s ready for its new home.
A striking credenza or sideboard is a smart and stylish storage option for thoroughfares that are wide enough to accommodate both furniture and travel. If you’re on a tight budget and can’t splash out on a new one, scour the streets for an unloved cabinet that you can save from kerbside collection, or buy one from a secondhand store. Then, restore it to its former glory or give it a fresh, modern look so it’s ready for its new home.
Customisable hall-in-one
A multifunction wall organiser like this clutter-busting design makes a smart and space-savvy addition to any poky passageway. The customisable system is made up of wooden wall tiles that deliver different storage functions and can be configured to suit your space and needs.
This set-up features one tile with flip-out hooks to hang hats, jackets and bags from, while another boasts a rack for mail and magazines. Plus there’s a ledge that acts as a landing zone for keys and mobile phones. Genius!
UtiliTILE hallway organiser: Thout
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What kind of storage solutions have you worked into your hallway? Tell us and share your photos in the Comments.
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A multifunction wall organiser like this clutter-busting design makes a smart and space-savvy addition to any poky passageway. The customisable system is made up of wooden wall tiles that deliver different storage functions and can be configured to suit your space and needs.
This set-up features one tile with flip-out hooks to hang hats, jackets and bags from, while another boasts a rack for mail and magazines. Plus there’s a ledge that acts as a landing zone for keys and mobile phones. Genius!
UtiliTILE hallway organiser: Thout
TELL US
What kind of storage solutions have you worked into your hallway? Tell us and share your photos in the Comments.
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Up your hallway’s storage game by incorporating built-in units into the thoroughfare if you have enough room to spare. Opt for roomy drawers or cupboards or, if you want your storage to be incognito, consider a wall (or two) of built-ins that are concealed behind sliding doors.
For storage that’s as stylish as it is practical, forgo plain sliding panels in favour of statement-making decorative doors, like the ones that line this corridor.
Storage that wins the war on stuff