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.

Hill-top Home Remodel Madrid

Graciela Roch Interior Design

This is an example of an eclectic hallway in Other with beige walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor, wood and panelled walls.

Двухэтажная квартира в ЖК "Бартон"

User

Small contemporary hallway in Moscow with white walls, porcelain floors, beige floor and recessed.

Condo Hallways

Signature Design Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary hallway in DC Metro with blue walls, carpet, grey floor and recessed.

Коридор

Екатерина и Андрей Санниковы | Scandinavi

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary hallway in Other with white walls, laminate floors, beige floor, recessed and wallpaper.

TUMBLE CREEK custom home

Design Harmony

Working with repeat clients is always a dream! The had perfect timing right before the pandemic for their vacation home to get out city and relax in the mountains. This modern mountain home is stunning. Check out every custom detail we did throughout the home to make it a unique experience!

Warren Nj, Mudroom

CBH Architects

One special high-functioning feature to this home was to incorporate a mudroom. This creates functionality for storage and the sort of essential items needed when you are in and out of the house or need a place to put your companies belongings.

Apartment Designed By Whitespace Designs- Ganesh Nair

Shamanth Patil Photography

Large contemporary hallway in Bengaluru with orange walls, porcelain floors, multi-coloured floor, wood and decorative wall panelling.

桧舞台のある家

株式会社平野太郎建築設計事務所

天井は吉野杉の板張りで、入口床は300角のサーモタイルです。
Photo of a small modern hallway in Other with white walls, porcelain floors, black floor and wood.

Modern New Construction

Regal Construction & Remodeling Inc.

Inspiration for a large modern hallway in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and wood.

Piccoli spazi sfruttati al meglio - Progetto in corso

Liadesign

Liadesign
Mid-sized contemporary hallway in Milan with beige walls, light hardwood floors and recessed.

Жк Лахта Плаза

Zina Malysheva

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary hallway in Saint Petersburg with grey walls, beige floor and wood.

Woodhaven Modern

Flavin Architects

Our clients wanted to replace an existing suburban home with a modern house at the same Lexington address where they had lived for years. The structure the clients envisioned would complement their lives and integrate the interior of the home with the natural environment of their generous property. The sleek, angular home is still a respectful neighbor, especially in the evening, when warm light emanates from the expansive transparencies used to open the house to its surroundings. The home re-envisions the suburban neighborhood in which it stands, balancing relationship to the neighborhood with an updated aesthetic. The floor plan is arranged in a “T” shape which includes a two-story wing consisting of individual studies and bedrooms and a single-story common area. The two-story section is arranged with great fluidity between interior and exterior spaces and features generous exterior balconies. A staircase beautifully encased in glass stands as the linchpin between the two areas. The spacious, single-story common area extends from the stairwell and includes a living room and kitchen. A recessed wooden ceiling defines the living room area within the open plan space. Separating common from private spaces has served our clients well. As luck would have it, construction on the house was just finishing up as we entered the Covid lockdown of 2020. Since the studies in the two-story wing were physically and acoustically separate, zoom calls for work could carry on uninterrupted while life happened in the kitchen and living room spaces. The expansive panes of glass, outdoor balconies, and a broad deck along the living room provided our clients with a structured sense of continuity in their lives without compromising their commitment to aesthetically smart and beautiful design.

Жилая квартира на улице Бурденко

AVA-Design Studio

This is an example of a large hallway in Moscow with grey walls, marble floors, multi-coloured floor and recessed.

Alta Vista, Balboa Hardwood Floors in Brentwood, CA

Hallmark Floors

Balboa Oak Hardwood– The Alta Vista Hardwood Flooring is a return to vintage European Design. These beautiful classic and refined floors are crafted out of French White Oak, a premier hardwood species that has been used for everything from flooring to shipbuilding over the centuries due to its stability.

Bell Point Cabin

Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.

Contractor: Matt Bronder Construction Landscape: JK Landscape Construction
Inspiration for a scandinavian hallway in Minneapolis with light hardwood floors, wood and wood walls.

Rodriguez Condo Remodel

Spec Development LLC

Photo of a large contemporary hallway in Miami with white walls, light hardwood floors, multi-coloured floor, recessed and decorative wall panelling.

Private Residence - Spanish Trails

Element Design Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary hallway in Las Vegas with white walls, porcelain floors, beige floor and wood.

Квартира 99 м2 ЖК Родной город. Воронцовский парк в современном стиле

Блохина Ксения

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

Heirloom Estate

Ashley Campbell Interior Design

Design ideas for a large hallway in Albuquerque with wood.

Hallway Design Ideas with Recessed and Wood

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!