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Thursday, March 30th, 2017
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More often than not, hallways are perceived as dark and long parts of many houses. Builders and homeowners, alike, sometimes consider this space to be an unused or underused space. Some agree that they could do without these dark, elongated hallways.
Instead of wasting this space, though, think of the hallway as another opportunity to decorate your home. Even a windowless hallway can be brightened up with some of these ideas –
And Then There Was Light
Explore every opportunity to add natural light. The hallway often does not have exterior walls yet the alcove type that has a cutout leading to an adjacent, well-lit room, will provide that needed brightness.
You can install skylights. Before you do so, though, make sure that you consult a structural engineer. The modifications need to be bound by some rules especially for load-bearing walls.
If natural light is not possible, then have some wall sconces or track lighting installed. Some recessed lights can also double as wall art.
Another way to bring in more light into the hallway is to use mirrors. Rather than the usual art, why not strategically place a mirror on the walls instead. This can help amplify the space by bouncing off the light. Be sure to position the mirror to a space where it can reflect both natural and artificial light.
When used tactically, the mirror can even highlight a beautiful piece of art.
Yet another way to brighten the hallway is to solve the darkness issues. Introduce more light by adding small panes on the front door. Even side panels can make a huge difference. Use frosted or opal glass to address privacy issues.
Having light above is a powerful way of transforming the look of your hallway. Roof lights or skylights are three time more effective than the usual windows. Find out whether your roofing allows skylight installation. When combined with the right light-reflecting décor, you can make even the darkest hallways flooded with bright light.
Still on lighting, why not borrow light from a nearby room? Have an internal window but one that is less structural. If you can’t use doors with translucent glass at the moment, then borrow light from the adjacent rooms.
Again, frosted or opal glass should solve the privacy issues.
Flooring
A hallway is a high traffic area in your home because it acts as a daily pathway. It helps, therefore, to use durable and easy to maintain flooring materials. Begin by complementing the luxurious color schemes with dark wooden floors. A polished, deep glow can add glamour in a traditional hallway without trying too hard.
Terracotta tiles also work by adding a touch of Mediterranean charm. What could be more inviting than this cozy, neutral look?
If you want to get out of the boxed look that hallways feature, then use black and white checkered flooring. This is the perfect, French-inspired hallway that can accommodate a chaise lounge.
Go an extra mile with regard to your flooring when you decide to paint and distress the floorboards. This is best for those airy hallways as you can place a pair of planters to balance the wooden furniture.
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Go Nordic
Scandinavians have mastered the art of maximizing light. Why not use their concept of design by painting everything in white from the ceiling to the walls and floors.
Your hallway deserves a little Nordic styling. Use copper globe lights to showcase the hottest metal this year. Going Nordic also means knowing how to make blue pop from the background. You can have the rest of the backdrop sanded and painted white but let the color blue take center stage in order to avoid the lulling dullness of neutrals.
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Friday, June 3rd, 2016
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Have you ever wondered what you could do with a long, narrow hallway? Many people have the same dilemma so you might want to jump in and obsess about how to design this often neglected part of your home.
Hallways Shouldn’t Drive You Nuts
There are many ways that you can make the hallway a beautiful part of your home. First, and almost always the immediate response of many homeowners, you can hang family photos to dispel the ho–hum atmosphere.
It’s time to celebrate the length of your hallway. This may not be the best place to hang photos or art if you barely have space to raise your arms sideward. It is best to concentrate at the end of the hallway if you have this overly narrow type of hallway.
Here are some ways to do just this –
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Create a Unique Vibe
Learn how to highlight the hallway in a way that will make the beholder want to go till the very end. Make the hallway pull the beholder in. It should also be your duty to make the hallway feel less claustrophobic.
Make your hallway a unique vista.
It’s All in a Can of Paint
You might have heard it before – painting a space is the cheapest way to update its look. This can also have a huge impact on a narrow hallway.
Paint this part of your home with a light color if you want it to look wider and brighter. This is especially useful if no natural light goes into this tight space. Any other light color will also offer the same effect.
Make It Useful
If your hallway is near the entryway, it would be wise to add some function to it. You can have a drop zone, mudroom or a command center. Even the installation of a few coat hooks can make a huge difference.
Be Different, Use Stencil
Make a bold statement by having a tone-on-tone stencil. This can deviate from the usual emphasis on the floor carpeting or hall runner. The stencils will make the walls more entertaining rather than claustrophobic. Add an end table or a unique credenza and you will have achieved a hallway that is out of the ordinary.
Furniture Galore
When you are out to consider decorating the hallway, make sure that you are not out to create a utilitarian site. Given the correct kind of treatment, the hallway can become a space where you can even rest. This can also be visually appealing.
Hallways can also add usable square footage in your home. These can be used as storage areas and this can be done in a beautiful way.
A desk or a bookshelf can also be placed in the hallway to create a small home office. There are so many creative ways to design or reassign the function of a hallway. Your limit is just as far as your mind could go.
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