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.

Lakeside Estate

Stephen Shutts Design

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

A Handsome Home — New Home | SW Calgary

Empire Custom Homes

Inspiration for a transitional hallway in Calgary with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Park Lane West

DD Ford Construction

Inspiration for an expansive country hallway in Santa Barbara with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Little River Cabin in Eldred

Kelsey Ann Rose

Little River Cabin Airbnb
Inspiration for a mid-sized country hallway in New York with beige walls, plywood floors, beige floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Lantern on landing

Oakwrights

Lantern on landing
Design ideas for a country hallway in Surrey with grey walls, carpet, beige floor and exposed beam.

appartamento 60 mq - ristrutturazione

Michela Chiesa Architetto

This is an example of a small modern hallway in Milan with white walls, porcelain floors, beige floor and exposed beam.

Appartement - Popincourt - Paris 11

CLAAAC - architecture intérieure et décoration

Rénovation complète de cet appartement plein de charme au coeur du 11ème arrondissement de Paris. Nous avons redessiné les espaces pour créer une chambre séparée, qui était autrefois une cuisine. Dans la grande pièce à vivre, parquet Versailles d'origine et poutres au plafond. Nous avons créé une grande cuisine intégrée au séjour / salle à manger. Côté ambiance, du béton ciré et des teintes bleu perle côtoient le charme de l'ancien pour donner du contraste et de la modernité à l'appartement.

Hudson Residence

DMDesign LLC

Large contemporary hallway in New York with white walls, brown floor and exposed beam.

Casa PO

Elia Falaschi

Contemporary hallway in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor, exposed beam, vaulted and wood.

Woodland Style, Discovery West

Curtis Homes

This Woodland Style home is a beautiful combination of rustic charm and modern flare. The Three bedroom, 3 and 1/2 bath home provides an abundance of natural light in every room. The home design offers a central courtyard adjoining the main living space with the primary bedroom. The master bath with its tiled shower and walk in closet provide the homeowner with much needed space without compromising the beautiful style of the overall home.

Modern River Condominium

Deep River Partners

By adding the wall between the Foyer and Family Room, the view to the Family Room is now beautifully framed by the black cased opening. Perforated metal wall scones flank the hallway to the right, which leads to the private bedroom suites. The relocated coat closet provides an end to the new floating fireplace, hearth and built in shelves. On the left, artwork is perfectly lit to lead visitors into the Family Room. Engineered European Oak flooring was installed. The wide plank matte finish compliments the industrial feel of the existing rough cut ceiling beams.

Golden Hour Garden

Herlong Architects

Photo of a mid-sized beach style hallway in Charleston with white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor and exposed beam.

In-Home Cigar Room

Fratantoni Interior Designers

This Italian Villa cigar room features dark leather armchairs creating a cozy space for chats next to the built-in fireplace.
Photo of an expansive traditional hallway in Phoenix with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and exposed beam.

Lake House

Fautt Homes

Hallway with stained ceiling and lanterns.
This is an example of a large transitional hallway in San Francisco with light hardwood floors, beige floor and exposed beam.

Vivienda mediterránea en Barcelona

Canexel Construcciones

Luminoso recibidor en doble altura con acceso directo al salón y a la escalera de subida.
Mid-sized mediterranean hallway in Barcelona with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and exposed beam.

ASC Margaritaville

Amy Storm & Company

Large transitional hallway in Chicago with white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor and exposed beam.

Modern Farmhouse Remodel

KGA Studio Architects, PC

Large country hallway in Denver with black floor and exposed beam.

Traditional Hall

Expansive traditional hallway in Chicago with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and exposed beam.

The Country House

Folkway Design & Wares Co.

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

All Ceiling Designs Hallway Design Ideas with Exposed Beam

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!