New sitting area where old bathroom was.

Design: Gary Moyer Architect & Modern Yankee Builders Construction: Modern Yankee Builders Photography: On The Spot Photography
Transitional hallway in Providence with purple walls.

Purple House

CG&S Design-Build

Design by Mark Evans Project Management by Jay Schaefer Photos by Paul Finkel
Design ideas for a contemporary hallway in Austin with purple walls and medium hardwood floors.

The Purple House

Janice Lindsay / Pink Colour and Design

Nigel Dickson
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional hallway in Toronto with purple walls and medium hardwood floors.

Brooklyn Heights Apartment Renovation

Fontan Architecture PLLC

Modern purple hallway design in a Brooklyn apartment.
This is an example of a small contemporary hallway in New York with purple walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Modern Farmhouse Custom Home | Salt Lake City Home Builder

User

The large, open landing in the second story of this mdoern farm house is suitable for a variety of flexible uses. From playrooms to extra entertaining space, the area is well lit and has electrical drops to accomodate televisions and other items.

Holiday Home

Jan McGready Photography

Jan McGready Photograhy
Mid-sized eclectic hallway in Cornwall with purple walls and medium hardwood floors.

A Room With a View

Dunn Development, Inc.

We updated this beautiful Craftsman home with new interior and exterior paint, new carpet and flooring, as well as adding on living room and master suite additions. The two-story addition also adds a new deck upstairs with stunning views of downtown skylines. Downstairs, we updated the kitchen counter tops and back splash, the sink, and the faucet. The kitchen opens up into the new living room addition that features a three-panel Nanawall door that opens completely onto the back courtyard area. Open or closed, the Nanawall door truly invites the outdoors in! Upstairs the new master suite bath room sees a new threshold-free shower, a custom vanity and new floors. The suite boasts a coffee bar for early mornings, as well as a walk-in closet with all new custom cabinets and shelves for clothing and shoes. The French doors open onto the new deck where the homeowners can relax after work and watch the sun set over the downtown skyline. Ryan Long Photography

ART DECO without extravagances

Arevik Grigoryan / Аревик Григорян

Swivel armchair Giorgetti. Wall picture handcrafted by designer Arevik Grigoryan
Design ideas for a contemporary hallway in Other with purple walls and dark hardwood floors.

Blue Hallway Design Ideas with Purple Walls

See your hallway as more than just a corridor to another room. This undervalued area is prime for storage, the display of collectibles, and even more practical uses like a drop zone for boots and umbrellas, or a small library. Whether you have a narrow hallway, a spacious hallway, or an awkward one with a sharp turn, browse the photos on Houzz for clever design ideas, and find your way to an all-new hallway.

How do I add storage to my hallway?

If you have a small home, utilising the hallway as extra storage is a great way to save much-needed space. To avoid narrowing an already small space, don't incorporate full-sized furniture – a hall table, for example, will only make the space feel cramped. Instead, add built-in bookcases, wall-mounted shoe racks, an umbrella stand, or hooks. A simple floating console and shelves are ideal for keeping floor space free of obstacles, too. For more small hallway ideas, browse the Stories section of Houzz. If you have a wide and spacious hallway, turn the space into a multi-purpose room. Add floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and a hallway runner for the cosy allure of a library; or add seating and line the walls with curated art for a spot in which to relax. This will ensure your hallway isn’t just a beautiful space, but a destination, too.

How do I get my hallway decor right?

An entrance hall should set the tone for the rest of the house, so use it to display an item that you love, then build on your home’s decor from there. A vintage chair for putting shoes on; a slim hall table with plenty of drawers for hiding unwanted clutter; or a stand-out mirror might be just the ticket. Because your hallway is such a small space, you shouldn't go overboard with decor, either. If you want to display a photo collection, group frames in odd numbers (three or five pieces) and vary the heights to add interest. If you like the gallery look but have a dark hallway, consider framed mirrors, which will bring additional light and visual space into the area. Use shadow boxes and art shelves to display quirky, small accessories, but try to rotate them out occasionally to keep it fresh and interesting. Wall space is key, but don't forget about your ceilings and floors as well. Ceiling lights, chandeliers or wall sconces can act as additional decor, while adding a hallway runner is a quick and easy way to add colour and pattern to a traditionally all-neutral space. Also remember, the most successful hallway designs will always draw the eye to a focal point – ideally at the far end of the room, so as to create the illusion of more space. If you need help decorating your hallway, consider hiring a Stylist or Interior Designer via our pro directory!