Members’ favourites: 14 hallway design ideas from members of the List
The hallway is one of the most overlooked spaces in our homes. An entrance hall often becomes a thoroughfare for coats and shoes, while hallways in other locations are seen as solely functional. But look a bit deeper, and you'll see that there is so much potential in these spaces. We've rounded up 14 hallway design ideas from members of our online design directory, The List by House & Garden.
Hallways are a great opportunity to play around with dramatic wallpaper. Whether that be a large-scale print or something bright and colourful, it can help draw your eye up the stairs. You'll find many examples in this gallery, from Lucy Cunningham’s cottage in Hampshire to Kris Turnbull's Victorian terraced house.
The same approach can be used when it comes to carpets. Studio Zaffre's project is a perfect example where the team decided to keep the walls neutral, allowing the bold carpet to be the room's focal point.
If space allows, it's also important to think about furniture. A console table is a great option as it creates a stylish spot to leave your keys and other small items without taking up too much space. A bench is also a nice choice. Ariel Okin has used both of these furniture pieces in her house in the New York City suburbs, providing a practical space to hang coats and take off shoes before entering other rooms in the house.
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14 hallway design ideas from members of The List
Sarah Griggs1/14Charlotte Smiley
This Victorian house in west London by Charlotte Smiley combines subtle sophistication with a brilliant sense of fun. A gallery wall of pictures bought by the couple over the years provides a striking focal point in the main entrance hall outside the study.
Sarah Griggs2/14Studio Zaffre
This entrance hall, which was previously a cold and echoey room, was transformed by Studio Zaffre with colour and pattern. A Sophie Cooney runner stretches up the stairs, with an antique chest of drawers and umbrella stand – both from the client's collection – nestled alongside.
Rhapsody3/14Ariel Okin
This cheerful hallway by Ariel Okin features Farrow & Ball's ‘Closet Stripe’ wallpaper and an array of accessories with a scalloped detail, including a rug by Himalaya Rugs Company, from Etsy and a console table from Ariel's collaboration with Society Social.
© Kirsten Francis Photography4/14Kerri Pilchik Design
Kerri Pilchik chose a vertical striped wallpaper from Boråstapeter to draw attention to this hallway's generous ceiling height. The space also features Vaughan Designs' 'Exton' mirror, which is a personal favourite of Kerri.
Michael Sinclair5/14Schumacher
Schumacher's chameleon European CEO, Benni Frowein, has taken this flat in London from dreary to dreamy. A wide, windowless hall connects the two sides of the flat and is decorated with a mirrored wall and ultra-glossy, ink-black flooring, which reflects the light that creeps in from the adjoining rooms.
Paul Massey6/14Olivia Outred Studio
Lulu Lytle and Olivia Outred have transformed a dark London flat into a bright and colourful home with characterful country-house elements. In the corridor, Tim Page Carpets supplied the plaited jute matting, which has been layered with a red runner for added texture.
7/14Lee Ann Thornton
This entrance hall, designed by Lee Ann Thornton, is a great example of the design studio's beautifully layered interiors. The panelled walls have been painted white, which makes the colourful accessories stand out.
8/14Thornhill Shann Construction
Thornhill Shann Construction helped transform a dark, lateral flat in Notting Hill into a bright, elegant space. In the hallway, bespoke oak joinery and Chevron-patterned flooring add warmth and character while still being practical.
9/14Ark One
Mixed-width flooring planks in ‘MANHATTAN / Dark Grey’ from Ark One are a fantastic pairing with the warm pink and neutral brown walls in this Georgian property in Holland Park designed by Lab Architects.
10/14Portobello Projects
The team at Robert Atherton Designs enlisted Portobello Projects to help breathe new life into this house in Camberwell Grove. Limewash paints have been used throughout, including in the hallway, which is covered in a vibrant and sunny yellow colour.
Michael Sinclair11/14Moore Design
Robert Moore has meticulously restored this neglected Edwardian house in Norfolk. In the entrance hall, Robert chose to paint the walls in Farrow & Ball’s ‘Dutch Pink’ and layered an Aubusson verdure tapestry from Joshua Lumley on top.
Ruth Maria Murphy12/14Kris Turnbull Studios
Interior designer Kris Turnbull's Victorian terraced house reflects his personality and illustrates the art of blending various styles, textures, and periods to create a unique, personalised interior scheme.
Mark Anthony Fox13/14Lucy Cunningham Interiors
With her signature approach to layering and clever use of colour, Lucy Cunningham has injected personality into her idyllic cottage. Robert Kime’s 'Karabak Sand' adorns the walls of this entrance hallway.
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Katherine Malonda14/14Anne Haimes Interiors
In this country home, Anne Haimes's clients brought a collection of personal pieces to the project, including family antiques and a number of artworks. These pieces add an element of individuality and soften the newness of the build.
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