Design of a small hallway: photo 2020, modern interior design ideas

Unfortunately, a small entrance hall is the rule for most apartments, and not an annoying exception. And in order for this space, modest in square meters, to be comfortable and creative, you will have to work hard. But the effort is worth it.

Taking into account some design tricks, you can create the most comfortable and functional design of a small hallway.

Important recommendations

First of all, a small hallway does not mean at all that you should not try to equip it. So, to begin with, a few recommendations:

• Less detail. And this is understandable, the less space, the less things should be. If you ignore this rule, you will definitely hopelessly ruin the interior. Numerous things dear to the heart, in a company with original decor in incredible quantities - this is only for a large hallway. Even an extra pair of shoes or outerwear left on the hanger will be superfluous.

For a tiny corridor, minimalism is our everything!

• Increase the space. If possible, do it literally by moving a wall or partition. Another way to make the hallway larger is to remove the doors, if, of course, circumstances allow you to do this.

A light tint palette that expands the space is best suited for a small hallway.

• Less furniture. Not only should there be less of it, but it simply has to be compact. It is no coincidence that many people prefer built-in models, shallow cabinets, shoe racks and dressers.

Thanks to this color scheme, the corridor will acquire the correct shape.

• A sliding wardrobe is a prerequisite for a fashionable hallway in 2020. It is even strange that not all owners of typical apartments have placed this piece of furniture in their hallway. But often, this is the only correct decision. As a rule, compact in appearance, it surprisingly manages to hide everything you need in its bowels, and even leave space for any emergency.

The photo shows the design of a narrow hallway, made in light shades.

• If your hallway has a corner, be sure to "fill" it with a built-in corner wardrobe, or other functional piece of furniture. In fairness, it's worth noting that this is a new trend in the 2020 hallway interior.

To create an incredibly calm, soft and warm atmosphere, they prefer beige, sand, cream or light brown colors.

• Avoid dark colors. Of course, it is no longer a secret for anyone that in order to visually make a room larger, you need to use light shades. But in the interior of the hallway, this is more important than ever. By the way, this does not mean at all that dark colors are prohibited. Just use them in dosage, for accents, not for a complete wall, floor or ceiling finish.

The best solution would be to use light or cold colors.

•  Don't be afraid of mirrors. Mirrors work wonders in a small space. They are able to emphasize the advantages of a room, hide flaws and make a small hallway visually larger.

The competent use of mirrors gives the hallway the desired depth and uniqueness.

What to look for

Ceiling

In fact, there are a great many options for finishing the ceiling. If you do not want to bother with modern finishing methods, use whitewash, which is well known from childhood. Moreover, white color will add depth to a small hallway.

Materials can harmonize in color or create contrast for visual zoning of a small corridor.

Another finishing option that is in demand is stretch ceilings. The advantages of such ceilings are much greater. Firstly, the aesthetic appeal, the surface looks very impressive. Secondly, there is the possibility of an interesting decorative finish. Often these ceilings look like real works of art. Thirdly, a wide choice of lighting organization is provided. You can forever forget about one single chandelier in the center of the ceiling, and make the lighting effective and comfortable.

Such a ceiling is very easy to operate and does not require complex maintenance.

Drywall is another popular material. With a little effort and imagination, even this cheap material can be used to create unique and very effective designs.

Wall decoration should not be decorated with too voluminous patterns and be distinguished by clear contrasts that hide the usable area.

Lighting

To prevent your hallway from looking even smaller after the cabinets, hangers and shelves are located in it, think about a suitable lighting system. Otherwise, all your efforts aimed at quality finishes and the right choice of furniture will go to waste.

With the use of a two-level false ceiling combined with a glossy film, the walls in the room look much higher.

• One light source is not an option. Even if you like the traditional arrangement of the lamp on the ceiling, choose a model with several lamps, and it is better if they can be turned in different directions. Then, thanks to the multidirectional light, the hallway will seem much larger.
• If you want to emphasize any detail in the interior of the hallway, use lamps for this purpose. For example, if one of the walls is decorated with mirrored mosaics, shine the light on it. Then your hallway will literally sparkle with new colors (highlights), creating a rich and attractive look.

And, despite the fact that today, literally, the dominance of LED sources, some still prefer the good old shades and this is a tradition for the design of the hallway in 2020. Well, since the assortment of shades is huge today, you are guaranteed to find the option that is ideal for your stylistic decision. The main thing to remember is that the shade is not a universal solution. It is used only when the style allows it.

In the photo, the walls in a narrow hallway, covered with a solid white paint.

A small flashlight can be placed right at the entrance. Discreet light will welcome guests and immediately create the right atmosphere.

Walls

There are enough options for decorating the walls in the hallway: from simple wallpaper and painting, to decorative plaster and ceramic tiles. It should be noted that stone in decoration is found no less often than ordinary wallpaper. Of course, more often it is not a natural stone, but a gypsum imitation (natural stone is unlikely to withstand the walls in a typical apartment).

For wall decoration, it is appropriate to use decorative plaster, all kinds of wallpapers, PVC panels and ceramic tiles with imitation of brick or stone.

Timeless classics - pastel monograms on the wallpaper. Time-tested finish, as they say.

Well, if you decide to just paint the walls, choose high-quality paint. Only in this case, as a result, you will receive an effective color reproduction.

The photo shows the finishing of a light corridor with a horizontal mirror cloth on the wall.

Speaking about white, the main thing to pay attention to is its soiling. Still, the hallway is a place of increased pollution, and changing the finish several times a year is not affordable for everyone. On the other hand, there are washable coverings that will stand up to the harsh hallway environment. Ultimately, it's up to you to decide.

The mirror allows you to visually expand the hallway and raise the ceiling, and also creates a bright and pleasant atmosphere in the room.

Floor

One of the most popular flooring materials is linoleum. It differs in budgetary cost, has good characteristics, and, in general, painlessly allows you to solve the issue of floor design.

The most practical solution for flooring is ceramic and porcelain stoneware tiles.

Laminate is also often used. This is a distant "relative" of linoleum, much more expensive in price, but its technical characteristics are much higher. The most common way of flooring in modern apartments is a combination of ceramic tiles and laminate. The entrance area is decorated with tiles that are more resistant to mechanical stress and abrasion, and the rest of the space is made up of a tone-on-tone laminate.

Often the area next to the door is tiled, and the rest of the space is finished with laminate or parquet.

It is important to remember that the direction of the pattern on the floor affects the visual perception of the space. Diagonal styling will make the room look wider and longer. Normal masonry leaves everything as it is.

Modern tiles lend themselves well to cleaning, do not slip, retain their original appearance for a long time, do not fade or wear out.

Materials can harmonize in color or create contrast for visual zoning of a narrow corridor.

Finally, a little life hack: even modest square meters need decoration. How bright it will be and how much space it will take is the second question. But to completely abandon the decor would be fundamentally wrong. Place the painting in the center of the free wall. Let its color scheme be in harmony with the color of finishing materials and furniture. The frame can be laconic. Believe me, in this way, you will add zest to the interior of the hallway.

The interior of a small hallway can be decorated with paintings or photographs.

Unfortunately, a small entrance hall is a reality for most owners of their own apartments. Both in old houses and in new buildings, the situation is almost the same. But remember, a small footage of the hallway is not a sentence. This is just a reason to think about what exactly can be done to change the situation.

The most optimal idea for a small hallway would be the use of a minimalist style, characterized by restraint and severity.

The main rules for the design of a small hallway in 2020: correctly selected finishing materials, compact furniture (preferably built-in), as well as a competent arrangement of mirrors and decorative elements, are able to create wonders. Who knows, perhaps, having correctly designed a small corridor, you will no longer yearn for a spacious hallway.

Only functional items are used in the design, and the color scheme combines two basic colors.

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