The hallway is considered the hallmark of the home. And if in country houses here, as a rule, there is enough space for outerwear, shoes and other things, then in apartments this is the cramped room. However, a small hallway can be quite comfortable if some tricks are used in its design.
One of the main tips of experts for those who have this room is small: remove all bulky furniture, which is not particularly needed here. For shoes and clothes, you can put a built-in wardrobe, which, as a rule, takes up a minimum of space with good functionality. In the interior of a small hallway, it is desirable to include niches with lighting, as well as mirrors that will visually increase the space of the room.
When choosing finishing materials, it is better to refuse those that have an opaque texture (for example, stone, wood). The currently popular plastic wall panels will take a few centimeters, so their use is also not recommended. One of the best options in this case would be to choosehigh-quality non-woven or vinyl wallpaper, which is quite durable. It is also possible to use paint. In any case, it is recommended to abandon relief materials and complex designs.
If the hallway is small, it is better not to use dark colors in its interior. Light shades not only cheer up, but also visually expand the space. If you still want to add brightness to the atmosphere, you can paint part of the open space in a contrasting color.
A small hallway can be visually expanded with lighting. In addition to the main chandelier, experts recommend using sconces, shelf lights, etc. This will not only create the impression of more space, but also give the interior a certain originality and sophistication.
If you have a small hallway, then the choice of flooring must be approached with all care. Two points are very important here. Firstly, the material must be strong enough and durable, since this zone is one of the most accessible in the entire dwelling. Color is also very important. If you choose a shade that is too dark, you can visually reduce the already small space. If you choose a light color, then cleaning will have to be carried out much more often than planned, since all the dirt that is brought on the shoes will be visible, especially in the off-season. The floor covering can be slightly extended into the next room.
It is also recommended to make a small podium or originalarrange a joint with another material, which will give the interior an additional "zest".
If the apartment has a small hallway, then the furniture (wardrobe) should preferably be placed in a niche. Experts do not recommend using large-sized interior items in such cases, which will visually reduce the space of an already small room. For things such as hats, umbrellas, it is worth installing special shelves. The main thing is to remember that the main rule in interior design is not only to create its aesthetic appearance, but also to achieve the functionality of the environment.
