Photo of a mid-sized transitional hallway in Orange County with grey walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Alan Wycheck Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized country hallway in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Millcreek Residence

Upland Development, Inc.

Scot Zimmerman
Photo of a large country hallway in Salt Lake City with white walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Concealed under-stair cloakroom

Timothy James Interiors

FAMILY HOME IN SURREY The architectural remodelling, fitting out and decoration of a lovely semi-detached Edwardian house in Weybridge, Surrey. We were approached by an ambitious couple who’d recently sold up and moved out of London in pursuit of a slower-paced life in Surrey. They had just bought this house and already had grand visions of transforming it into a spacious, classy family home. Architecturally, the existing house needed a complete rethink. It had lots of poky rooms with a small galley kitchen, all connected by a narrow corridor – the typical layout of a semi-detached property of its era; dated and unsuitable for modern life. MODERNIST INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE Our plan was to remove all of the internal walls – to relocate the central stairwell and to extend out at the back to create one giant open-plan living space! To maximise the impact of this on entering the house, we wanted to create an uninterrupted view from the front door, all the way to the end of the garden. Working closely with the architect, structural engineer, LPA and Building Control, we produced the technical drawings required for planning and tendering and managed both of these stages of the project. QUIRKY DESIGN FEATURES At our clients’ request, we incorporated a contemporary wall mounted wood burning stove in the dining area of the house, with external flue and dedicated log store. The staircase was an unusually simple design, with feature LED lighting, designed and built as a real labour of love (not forgetting the secret cloak room inside!) The hallway cupboards were designed with asymmetrical niches painted in different colours, backlit with LED strips as a central feature of the house. The side wall of the kitchen is broken up by three slot windows which create an architectural feel to the space.

Porcelain Wood Look Tile Plank

Branded Floors

branded floors
Photo of a large traditional hallway in Dallas with grey walls and brown floor.

Acton, MA Wainscoting

Connolly Management Group, LLC

Connolly Management Group, LLC Staff
Mid-sized arts and crafts hallway in Boston with yellow walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

French Country Estate

Higgins Architects

Marc Boisclair
Inspiration for a mediterranean hallway in Phoenix with beige walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Private Residences

Signature Innovations LLC

Tuscany™ Collection 6" wide plank Black Walnut hardwood floor, smooth face, hand beveled,stained in custom color, site finished with Synteco 35 (Satin) Private Residence, Lake Barrington, Illinois This Home was featured in the 2005 Chicago Luxury Home Tour

Adobe Ranch

DD Ford Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized hallway in Santa Barbara with dark hardwood floors, white walls and brown floor.

Cozy Hallway Double Daybed Bridge

Ike Kligerman Barkley

Durston Saylor
This is an example of a mid-sized country hallway in Richmond with white walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

The Collingham Project

Making Spaces

Mid-sized midcentury hallway in Other with brown walls, medium hardwood floors and multi-coloured floor.

Willow Street

M House Development

Country hallway in Chicago with white walls and brown floor.

Lasalle Duplex

Laura Sehn Design Group

Photographer: Camil Tang
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional hallway in Montreal with white walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Great Neighborhood Homes

Photography by VHT
This is an example of a transitional hallway in Minneapolis with beige walls and brown floor.

Surrey Apartment

David Hales Design Studio

Character is added to this long high ceilinged hallway with well placed track lighting, a collection of co-ordinating artwork and bespoke wall panelling.

The Country House

Folkway Design & Wares Co.

Design ideas for a large country hallway in Dallas with white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor and exposed beam.

The Pelican Lane Remodel: Modern Farmhouse Mudroom

Mavella Home

A small mudroom area was built and features the same gray cabinetry with a shiplap wall and oak butcher blocks for the seating and top storage areas. Baskets add warmth and practical storage solutions.

Orr Residence

Geoff Chick & Associates

This is an example of a large beach style hallway in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, wood and planked wall panelling.

Bay View Home

IM Design

Inspiration for a beach style hallway in DC Metro with blue walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Contemporary Elegance

The Couture Haus Interior Design

Modern Hallway Niche with modern metal wall sculptures
Large contemporary hallway in Raleigh with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and wallpaper.

Hallway Design Ideas with Brown Floor and Multi-Coloured 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!