Inspiration for a contemporary hallway in Sydney with white walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Nestled into a hillside, this timber-framed family home enjoys uninterrupted views out across the countryside of the North Downs. A newly built property, it is an elegant fusion of traditional crafts and materials with contemporary design. Our clients had a vision for a modern sustainable house with practical yet beautiful interiors, a home with character that quietly celebrates the details. For example, where uniformity might have prevailed, over 1000 handmade pegs were used in the construction of the timber frame. The building consists of three interlinked structures enclosed by a flint wall. The house takes inspiration from the local vernacular, with flint, black timber, clay tiles and roof pitches referencing the historic buildings in the area. The structure was manufactured offsite using highly insulated preassembled panels sourced from sustainably managed forests. Once assembled onsite, walls were finished with natural clay plaster for a calming indoor living environment. Timber is a constant presence throughout the house. At the heart of the building is a green oak timber-framed barn that creates a warm and inviting hub that seamlessly connects the living, kitchen and ancillary spaces. Daylight filters through the intricate timber framework, softly illuminating the clay plaster walls. Along the south-facing wall floor-to-ceiling glass panels provide sweeping views of the landscape and open on to the terrace. A second barn-like volume staggered half a level below the main living area is home to additional living space, a study, gym and the bedrooms. The house was designed to be entirely off-grid for short periods if required, with the inclusion of Tesla powerpack batteries. Alongside underfloor heating throughout, a mechanical heat recovery system, LED lighting and home automation, the house is highly insulated, is zero VOC and plastic use was minimised on the project. Outside, a rainwater harvesting system irrigates the garden and fields and woodland below the house have been rewilded.

A GAMBETTA / parution Côté Maison

Estelle Chevallier Architecture Intérieure

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary hallway in Paris with grey walls and beige floor.

WATTIGNIES

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Photo : BCDF Studio
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary hallway in Paris with multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and wallpaper.

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OSMOND DESIGNS

Entryway design with blue door from Osmond Designs.
Photo of a transitional hallway in Salt Lake City with beige walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Simple Skandi Hallway

Sara Slade Interiors

Hallways are the start of the journey into your home and what lies ahead. Because this home is on one storey and is flooded with light, we wanted to reflect this in the choice of design we chose for the walls - in this case a light and airy bespoke wallpaper. We complimented this with some simple Oak furniture with the curved design which will be replicated within the rest of the property.

Northcote House

Into interior design

Mid-sized traditional hallway in London with blue walls, porcelain floors, blue floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Un appartement Haussmannien à neuf

LKM DÉCORATION & PEINTURE

This is an example of a small modern hallway in Paris with grey walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and wallpaper.

Joffre

NEVA Architecture Intérieure - Interior Design

Les grandes portes à multiples carreaux séparant le salon du couloir de l'entrée.
Design ideas for a large contemporary hallway in Paris with white walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Lakeside Estate

Stephen Shutts Design

Hallway in Other with white walls, beige floor and exposed beam.

Maison R

SLAI Architecture d'intérieur&Maîtrise d'oeuvre

A l'étage, la couleur permet la délimitation des différents espaces et l'accès au coin des enfant. Dans le fond, un papier de couleur douce avec un motif géométrique permet de rythmer toute la descente de la cage d'escalier. Une prise de main réalisée sur mesure par le ferronnier vient terminer la montée de l'escalier tout en permettant le laisser l'espace le plus ouvert possible.

Квартира на Кутузовском проспекте

Anastasia Kovalchuk

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional hallway in Moscow with porcelain floors, beige floor, pink walls and recessed.

Rénovation d'un grand Appartement Parisien

Lagom architectes

Large contemporary hallway in Paris with white walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

This Old House Jamestown Net-Zero Renovation

Sweenor Builders Incorporated

Photography by Kevin O'Connor
Design ideas for a transitional hallway in Providence with white walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Farmhouse Revisited

Phinney Design Group

Modern farmhouse renovation, with at-home artist studio. Photos by Elizabeth Pedinotti Haynes
Design ideas for a large modern hallway in Boston with white walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Sutton Ridge Residence

Highland Builders LLC

Custom built locker space with open shelving and pull out shoe organizer. White painted millwork with stain bench. (Ryan Hainey)
Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts hallway in Milwaukee with blue walls, ceramic floors and beige floor.

Haus PRT

Ferreira | Verfürth Architekten

Fotos: Julia Vogel, Köln
Large contemporary hallway in Dusseldorf with white walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Clapham Georgian Cottage

Lisette Voute Designs

In the entrance hall we designed bespoke full-height storage cupboards with attractive panelling and integrated bench seat. We chose an earthy colour to match the natural limestone flooring, with printed cushions and aged Oushak rug lending to the warm, welcoming feel. Photographer: Nick Smith

Квартира на стыке классики и поп - арта

Оксана Олейник

Автор проекта архитектор Оксана Олейник, Фото Сергей Моргунов, Дизайнер по текстилю Вера Кузина, Стилист Евгения Шуэр
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic hallway with green walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Cortijo

Tom Meaney Architect, AIA

Hallway to master bedroom with arched ceiling, Moorish chandeliers and french doors opening to central courtyard.
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean hallway in Los Angeles with beige walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Hallway Design Ideas with Beige Floor and Blue Floor

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!