The entrance hall is the first room seen by those who enter the house. It is she who should create a feeling of comfort and tranquility. It is also necessary to equip it so that it performs a wide range of functions.
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Most often, repairs to the hallway in a private house are done last. This means that everything has already been done in all other rooms, and when finishing the corridor, you can focus on the overall interior. A well-thought-out design concept for the whole house would be ideal.
Most often, when choosing a hallway design, you need to start from the budget, from your own ideas and from the future functionality of the room. You can look for any similarities with all the rooms, or you can do the work in a completely different style that runs counter to the general features of the style of the house.
In various styles
There are several factors to consider when choosing a corridor design:
- Is there a pantry for things that are rarely used or not used at all. If available, you can remove more space for other elements than cabinets, shelves and hangers;
- Will there be seating. If available, it is necessary to determine the amount of furniture;
- Whether the size of the corridor allows you to accommodate everything that you want to embody and fit.
There are not too many design options for the hallway, unlike other rooms. The main styles are:
- Retro. Fusion in one room of the trends of modern fashion, decorated with various things and elements of antiquity;
- Scandinavian. It is characterized by high prices, wooden floors and a harmonious combination of furniture. All elements must be made in the same color scheme;
- Country - this style corresponds to the execution of all interior elements made of wood. The main features of the style are coziness, simplicity and comfort;
- Modern is replete with a lot of glass and metal. The walls are most often made in bright colors, their color is transferred to all furniture.
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The design of the corridor often depends on its shape. There are not only rectangular, but also round, square corridors, in the shape of the letters "P" or "T". It is best to visually reduce a long corridor by bringing the far wall closer. This can be done using deep, saturated or dark tones.
It is best not to decorate a semicircular hallway or with elements of a circle. If you pay attention to the bumps and circles, they will look too intrusive. Best to use light, discreet tones.
Complex corridors are usually divided into separate sections. Often they are decorated in different, even contrasting colors. This gives a zest to such a corridor, makes it special. It is best to turn a square corridor into a hall.
Before choosing a design, furniture and finishing materials for the hallway, you need to know:
- If the room is not separated from the main area by doors, then it is necessary to zoning the space;
- When choosing furniture, it is necessary to take into account the dimensions of the corridor;
- When choosing elements of the hallway, it is necessary to take into account not only the design, but also the functionality of each part of the hallway;
- If there is free space, you can use a number of decorative elements;
- If you have a staircase to the second floor, you can make a closet or storage room in the space under the stairs. This will save space, and if you make a wall of Euro lining, then such a "wall" will perfectly complement a wooden staircase;
If there is a cold corridor and there is no hallway in the house, you need to think about how to fence off the cold part from the common corridor.
It may be necessary to build a false wall from the lining with your own hands in order to divide the space.
How to choose furniture?
When renovating a hallway, the first thing to think about is a storage system. Often it is a very difficult task to equip a room correctly and beautifully, while being functional and diverse.
Using a wood storage system has its advantages. This is a very common option. Such a set allows you to hold a large amount of clothing. It can also be used as a small pantry.
For small hallways, you can choose the corner option. In this case, there will be shoes at the bottom, and hangers on the side surfaces.
When choosing the color of the headset, the principles of colorism are used. In small rooms, white tones are used, they do not create heaviness and do not distract all attention. In large corridors, it is better to use dark colors.
Often, the corridor is perceived only as a space for removing clothes or shoes, but you can also embellish the hallway with various furniture. For example, a closet is needed to store clothes. But you can choose a wardrobe that will be built into the wall. This will save space, and the doors of such a cabinet can be an interior decoration.
If there is very little space, then you can use the hallway as an option for storing clothes. Most often it is "hidden" in a corner in order to make room for other furniture.
Chests of drawers and cabinets will also perfectly fit into small hallways. They will ideally perform its main function is to store small things and accessories. Hangers can serve as decoration. They are not suitable for permanent storage of large quantities of clothing, but when chosen in the right color and shape, they can give the hallway a comfortable atmosphere.
Rarely, hallways in a private house are large enough. If the dimensions allow, then a chest of drawers for things can be placed in the corridor. It will store a lot of necessary items, you can also put decorative elements or something necessary on it.
The option with placing a rest corner in the hallway is rarely used. Also, with this option, you can place a rack with accessories in the corridor.
Finishing
It is necessary to take a responsible approach to such a process as an independent finishing of the corridor. Many people do not hesitate to use the cheapest and simplest materials. This creates a gray, everyday room. It is best to choose a stylish hallway concept, decorate it correctly and make this room brighter.
Often materials such as are used for walls:
- Washable vinyl wallpaper;
- The liquid wallpaper;
- Paint;
- Plaster.
To sheathe all walls, you can choose:
- MDF panels;
- PVC panels.
You can often see a combination of different materials within the same hallway. This creates an unusual effect.
There are also special requirements for the flooring in the hallway. It must withstand constant moisture and dirt, especially during the fall and spring seasons. One of three flooring options is used:
- Linoleum is an inexpensive material. Often used in corridors. However, only a thick layer is suitable for the corridor, since the thin one will have to be changed often;
- Laminate is a durable material. For the corridor, you must choose a moisture resistant option;
- Tile is the most durable material in use. Non-slippery, beautiful and reliable material. The main disadvantage is the high price.
There are also various ceiling options:
- Stretches are gaining popularity nowadays. They have a flat and smooth surface. There is a wide range of colors on the market;
- Plasterboard suspended ceiling. Requires mandatory painting, whitewashing or wallpapering.
Color selection
When choosing the color scheme of the corridor, there are no rules and restrictions. The main thing is your liking for the color, because you will see it every day. Calm shades characterize comfort and tranquility. When choosing a color, it is necessary that the colors intersect with the colors that are in other rooms. Often the color of the walls is chosen according to the color of the front door.
If there is a goal to visually expand the room, then it is best to use glossy materials. In large corridors, matte colors will look better. For the comfort of your eyes, do not use more than three colors in the hallway. Also there should be only one neutral color. The rest of the colors can be contrasting, this will create an intrigue and at the same time an atmosphere of comfort and home warmth.
Also, when choosing colors, you do not need to rely on modern fashion trends. They can change every year, but making repairs to the hallway every year is not a good pleasure.
Decor
After finishing the hallway and choosing furniture, you can think about how to take up the free space. The floor is often carpeted. It is able to absorb the cold from the floor and become a bright accent in the room.
Most often, you can see a mirror in the hallways. It can be both outdoor and wall-mounted. Mirror surfaces are also used. They allow you to expand the boundaries of the room. On the walls can be installed trays for clothes or for small things that will resemble a small chest of drawers.
Live plants in pots can often be used as decorative elements.
Lighting
The lighting system depends on many factors, such as:
- Ceiling decoration;
- Room interior;
- Room size;
- Taste preferences.
There should be a lot of light in the hallway. It is better to use a two-level lighting system - a central chandelier and side lights. Large and voluminous chandeliers will fit well into the interior of a huge hallway. In small and narrow corridors, it is better to use several small light sources. Wherein it is best to direct the light in one direction, this will visually increase the space.
Interior options
There is a huge number of interiors developed by designers for different types of rooms. For hallways, they are the least of all, so it is best to use simple solutions that will help you achieve the effect you need.
Do not overload the corridor with a large number of furniture elements, even if the space allows. It is better to choose two or three items and decorate the room with decorative elements.
Also, in a large room, you can play with contrasting tones, which will make the hallway the most stylish, but remember about the combination of colors.
For information on how to equip the hallway, as well as tips on decoration and design, see the next video.