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

Victorian 5 bed Family Home

Imperfect Interiors

Chris Snook
Mid-sized traditional hallway in London with white walls, ceramic floors and multi-coloured floor.

Sandalwood transitional

Jamestown Estate Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional hallway in Houston with white walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Hall

Forum Phi Architecture | Interiors | Planning

Transitional hallway in Denver with white walls and dark hardwood floors.

Palo Alto

Rosewood Custom Builders

Photo of a transitional hallway in Dallas with white walls and grey floor.

Bibliothèque Clichy

MOBE

Inspiration for a small modern hallway in Paris with white walls.

SM Ranch House

Studio McGee

Design ideas for a large transitional hallway in Salt Lake City with white walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Crafted Comfort

Amrami Design + Build

Photo Credit: Aimée Mazzenga
Expansive traditional hallway in Chicago with white walls, brown floor and dark hardwood floors.

ENTRANCE HALL

Convert Construction Ltd

Tom Lee
Photo of a large transitional hallway in London with white walls, ceramic floors and multi-coloured floor.

Organic Modern Mountain Home

Living Stone Design + Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary hallway in Other with white walls and dark hardwood floors.

The Gallery House

User

A sculptural statement in its own right, this concrete-and-glass “Gallery House” was designed to showcase the owners’ art collection as well as the natural landscape. The architecture is truly one with its site: To the east, a sheltering wall echoes the curve of a crowded cul-de-sac, while to the west, the design follows the sweeping contours of the cliff—ensuring privacy while maximizing views. The architectural details demanded flawless construction: Windows and doors stretch floor-to-ceiling, and minimalist reveals define the walls, which “float” between perfect shadow lines in the long T-shape foyer. Ideal for entertaining, the layout fosters seamless indoor-outdoor living. Amenities include four pocketing glass walls, a lanai with heated floor, and a partially cantilevered multi-level terrace. The front courtyard sequesters a frameless glass entry. From here, sight lines stretch through the house to an infinity pool that hovers between sky and sea.

Spanish Colonial Revival

Glen Deisler

Large mediterranean hallway in Santa Barbara with white walls and terra-cotta floors.

Delaware Beach House with Reclaimed Wood Beams

Barron Designs

Reclaimed wood beams are used to trim the ceiling as well as vertically to cover support beams in this Delaware beach house.
Photo of a large beach style hallway in Charlotte with white walls, light hardwood floors and grey floor.

Reforma de casa Canaria

Julieta Esteban Rosell

Vivienda familiar con marcado carácter de la arquitectura tradicional Canaria, que he ha querido mantener en los elementos de fachada usando la madera de morera tradicional en las jambas, las ventanas enrasadas en el exterior de fachada, pero empleando materiales y sistemas contemporáneos como la hoja oculta de aluminio, la plegable (ambas de Cortizo) o la pérgola bioclimática de Saxun. En los interiores se recupera la escalera original y se lavan los pilares para llegar al hormigón. Se unen los espacios de planta baja para crear un recorrido entre zonas de día. Arriba se conserva el práctico espacio central, que hace de lugar de encuentro entre las habitaciones, potenciando su fuerza con la máxima apertura al balcón canario a la fachada principal.

Rollingwood Remodel

O’Hara Interiors

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San Juan Spanish Revival

Concept Design, Inc.

we re-finished the beams and added new hand rails, paint and refinished the floors to update this hall.
Mid-sized mediterranean hallway in Orange County with white walls, terra-cotta floors and exposed beam.

Palka Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | Lebanon, Ohio

Flooret

Warm, light, and inviting with characteristic knot vinyl floors that bring a touch of wabi-sabi to every room. This rustic maple style is ideal for Japanese and Scandinavian-inspired spaces.

Appartement LAURISTON - PARIS 16

KAST DESIGN

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

Victorian Mews House Hallway & Landing Design, Bath

Sean Symington Design

The brief was to create a bright and light space that showcased the eclectic furnishings and art whilst allowing the interior architecture to breathe. The house was a mews house behind the Royal Crescent and lacked a lot of natural light. Choosing to pull up the carpets and paint the existing floorboards bright white, created the illusion of space and light. In addition to this, the layering of sisal rugs with traditional and contemporary furnishings created a very chic outcome.

Luxury Lake Home

Zawadski Homes Inc.

Bright and airy window seat.
Photo of a mid-sized beach style hallway in Minneapolis with white walls.

Hallway Design Ideas with Green Walls and White 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!