Looking for hallway decorating ideas? Whether you have a small or narrow space, your hallway sets the tone for your home.
These 11 stylish hallway ideas will help you maximise space, add storage, and create a welcoming entrance.
Hallway Decorating Ideas to Make a Good First Impression
You might have heard the phrase “you only get one chance to make a first impression” and that’s absolutely true with the entrance hallways to our homes. But it’s probably the area that we often neglect. In fact, your entrance hallway is a really important transition space within your home – whether from outside to indoors, between rooms, or between floors. But that doesn’t mean it has to be the no-man’s-land overflowing with coats, shoes, bikes and dog leads. How you decorate a hallway can set the tone for the rest of your home – for your visitors, but also for you, helping you immediately feel at peace in your own space as soon as you step in.
Hallway Decorating Tips for Small & Narrow Spaces
Decorating a small or narrow hallway can feel tricky, but a few simple changes can make a big difference. Choose light, neutral colours to open up the space and make it feel brighter. Adding a well-placed mirror will reflect light and help create the illusion of a larger hallway. When it comes to furniture, opt for slimline pieces like narrow console tables or wall-mounted shelves to avoid overcrowding.
Make the most of vertical space with hooks or floating storage, and keep clutter to a minimum with just a few carefully chosen accessories. Finally, good lighting (whether wall lights or a simple pendant) will instantly make your hallway feel more welcoming.
Maximise Space with Smart Hallway Storage Solutions
Whether you have a small and/or narrow entrance hall or are blessed with a wider more open space, keeping all the clutter out of sight will keep it feeling airy and spacious. If you can, keep all your outdoor wear in the porch, or cupboard, or consider a hallway wardrobe. You can also use chests of drawers and sideboards to keep things tidy.
Add a Console Table for Stylish Hallway Storage
Because of their slim-line design, console tables are perfect for hallways and can provide off-the-ground surface space for keys, wallets, or accessories to set that tone for your home. We sell a huge selection of console tables - from high gloss to chrome and glass finishes - as they’re such a popular choice for adding a bit of extra surface without overwhelming the hall.
Use Mirrors to Make a Small Hallway Look Bigger
Hallways are often narrow spaces, generally without a lot of external light and a lot of wall space. So, adding light can really make it feel a lot bigger. Hallway mirrors are a really popular way of bouncing light from doors and any windows, and we just so happen to have a huge range of mirrors to suit all spaces and all tastes.
Other Mirrored Surfaces
But you can also use chrome and other mirrored surfaces such as side/end tables to create a similar light-bounding effect. This works really well in corners and under stairs.
Noor Mirrored Glass Side Table and Bedside Table
Use Rugs and Runners to Add Warmth to Your Hallway
Light flooring and wall colours will also help keep the space feeling open. A hallway rug can add a little bit of cosy comfort as soon as you kick your shoes off, too.
Add Plants & Seating for a Fresh and Inviting Hallway Look
If you’ve got the hallway space available, our gorgeous bench seats can add interest, set up the tone for your home and bounce some light around with their eye-catching chrome effect legs. Or how about a statement accent chair tucked at the end of the hall with some potted greenery? You can achieve that on-trend mix of cosy and glam with our velvet fabrics and some well-placed throws, and bring the outside in (and filter your air the eco way!) with some big leafy plants.
Bring some larger plants into smaller spaces to add interest, filter air and get some of the natural world into your hallway for a calming vibe.
Make Your Hallway a Multi-Purpose Space
If you’re blessed with a wide enough hallway, and you need to maximise workspace, consider using a hallway console table as your work desk. Keep it tidy, and keep a chair or stool tucked in out of the way, and you’ll still maintain that transitional aspect but carve out a little bit of dedicated office space. If you’re working from home, this can be a God-send when the alternative is working at the kitchen table or on the sofa/bed.
@loh_lifestyle uses our Regent console table as a slim-line desk, and you can do the same.
FAQs About Hallway Decorating
How do you decorate a small hallway?
To decorate a small hallway, stick to light colours, add a mirror to reflect light, and choose slim furniture like narrow console tables. Keeping clutter to a minimum will also help the space feel bigger.
What colours make a hallway look bigger?
Light, neutral shades such as white, cream and soft grey can make a hallway look more spacious. Adding vertical stripes or colour-blocking can also create the illusion of more height and depth.
What furniture works best in a narrow hallway?
Slimline furniture is ideal for narrow hallways. Look for compact console tables, wall-mounted shelves or hooks that provide storage without taking up too much space.
How can I make my hallway more welcoming?
You can make your hallway more inviting with warm lighting, a stylish rug or runner, and a few decorative accessories like artwork or plants. Keeping the space tidy also makes a big difference.
