The Best Small-Hallway Decoration Ideas
Square footage shouldn’t be a hindrance to your success.
A small area doesn’t mean you have to limit your design options. You don’t have to be intimidated by narrow hallways or poorly placed doors when it comes decorating them. You can add plenty of style and personality You can make small spaces look bigger with our selection of decorating ideas for small hallways. You can go bold with a splash of color, or choose a neutral palette. There is something for everyone.
Let There be Light
This narrow hallway proves you don’t have to use a lot of space in order to express your personal style. The impact of lighting and a few design elements can change a space. Consider installing an overhead light fixture if you have limited wall space in your hallway. An attractive pendant light that is sculptural and catches the eye draws attention. It adds a decorative element to the room and gives it height. This front door features a vertical green stripe that emphasizes the room’s height. adds a playful pop of color.
Floor-to-Ceiling Shiplap
This hallway is finished with white floor-to-ceiling shiplap. It adds an elegant design element to the farmhouse-style home. The space looks larger thanks to the white walls, which help draw attention to the William Morris wallpaper in the adjacent powder room. The white walls are complemented by a simple black bench. A small picture ledge allows for layers of frames to be stored without overwhelming the space.
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More is Better
An eclectic art collection This small hallway is filled with color and character. For a more collected look, the gallery wall is floor to ceiling and includes traditional and modern pieces, landscapes, abstracts, as well as frames in different sizes and colors. Don’t be afraid to hang artwork in an organic fashion—mix small and large frames, hang things above the door, or fill the entire wall for a “more is more” hallway. A display stand can hold a modern sculpture and creates a museum-like atmosphere. A woven rug keeps it casual.
Wallpaper for the Win
Wallpaper is an excellent choice if you have narrow hallways that aren’t big enough for furniture, but still want to add interest. Floor-to-ceiling wallpaper This small hallway was transformed by a green-and-white trellis design. It is best to keep the artwork simple when creating large-scale patterns. This is where a triptych of plain white frames adds the perfect finishing touch.
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Pop of Color
A vintage red barn door This hallway is small and powerful, yet it packs a big design punch. It serves two purposes. It separates the staircase and first floors and adds an unexpected pop of color. Hanging clipboards along the staircase wall acts as picture frames. Clipboards can be used as picture frames or as a fun addition to a traditional gallery wall.
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Install a gallery wall
A gallery wall This small hallway is filled with family photos and adds charm. White frames give the space a cohesive appearance. A variety of shapes and sizes, along with family monograms, add visual interest. A rustic green bench is a great choice for filling the small space. The nook is filled with warmth and comfort by a few throw pillows in patterned patterns and a blue paisley rug.
Decorate Stair Risers
If you are looking for a way to decorate a narrow hallway’s staircase, consider painting the risers. This hallway is sophisticated and features a console table, two abstract paintings, and a large console table. The risers are adorned with black-and-white stripes, bamboo motifs and a neutral palette. You can update the risers with decals or peel-and-stick wallpaper or stenciled and hand-painted designs.
A Picture Ledge can be added
A collection of black-and white photographs placed on a picture ledge This small hallway can be decorated. The architectural design of the hallway is enhanced by white wainscoting. The floating shelf and the wainscoting provide a display area for the layered frames. This creates a gallery wall alternative. The elegant sconces add ambient lighting to the room and break up the straight lines.
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