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Can I put furniture in my entrance hall or hallway?

Where space permits, hallway furniture that doubles as storage is a great idea. Hallway storage comes in a wide variety of designs and styles that are suited for narrow corridors and expansive halls alike. A hallway storage bench, such as a monks bench, is an ideal multi-functioning solution while console tables were made for the narrowness of hallways and provide concealed storage for clutter and a handy surface for decorative items. Make use of hooks and rails as hallway storage for coats, bags and umbrellas, and if you have the opportunity to build a cupboard under your stairs then this almost doubles your hallway storage space. Or you could leave the space open and install a cosy seat (perhaps with storage underneath?) or fill the space with shelves or shelving compartments.

Floating shelves can be both decorative and practical (as long as you’re not walking into them) – display picture frames on shelving or use them as a bookcase to turn your hall into the perfect galley library. Utilising hallway corners is a great way to add dimension and cosiness to your hallway, and can make an unexpectedly welcoming area for relaxation. If yours is big enough, it can be furnished with seating such as a hallway bench, armchair, rocking chair or beanbag; you could add a small table, lamps, hallway storage boxes, ottoman or bookcase (or all of the above!) to create a comfortable nook for reading, listening to music, or just passing the time.

What about hallway decorating ideas?

Because of their layout, walls can be the best feature of a hallway and offer the perfect opportunity for wall art, though anything too elaborate may be wasted for lack of room to stand back and admire. Instead, a picture wall with a collection of framed photographs or prints can make a lovely feature, as can adding wall stickers for decorative details that are easy to change. Printed wallpaper can also add interest, although anything too busy might just make your hall appear narrower. Because a hall can see so much traffic, painted walls can suffer from marks and scuffs – thankfully, wipeable paints exist to save the day. While ‘light and bright’ is a good rule of thumb when it comes to narrow hallway decorating ideas, rich hues such as greens, reds and purples can look stunning in larger spaces and period homes. Hallway lighting is an important tool to balance proportions and enhance brightness in a hall, and strategically-placed hallway mirrors, such as at the bottom of the staircase, will make the the space seem wider.

How do I furnish my landing?

The landing at the top of your staircase is too often a neglected but can provide valuable, flexible, additional space. The golden rule of furnishing landings is to ensure stairways aren’t impeded, but even with limited floor space this is an area that affords ample opportunity for furniture and design. Some landings may have enough room for furniture such as seating or bookshelves to create a quiet reading area, or a desk and shelving to provide a makeshift work space. Even if your landing is on the smaller side, a small hall table or stool accessorised with a table lamp, an antique bowl or flowers will add interest to your landing. A beautiful window seat can be the prize feature of a house, so if you have a bay window on your landing it seems a crying shame not to make the most of it. For a built-in option, seating with added storage can be installed under the window; alternatively, simply placing a bench, miniature sofa or chaise longue in the window will add charm to your hallway.

If I have carpets in my hallway and landing, do I also need to add runners and rugs?

A rug will help to protect any flooring from wear and tear from all the traffic that traipses through a hall. Rugs, particularly floor runners, serve an added purpose of appearing the elongate the hall so you might like to add some floor embellishment. Good choices for the hall include hard-wearing fabrics such as natural wool and sisal in a patterned design to disguise marks and stains. If you have a wooden floor that you’d prefer not to hide under a rug or carpet, treat the wood with varnish or wax for added protection. To create continuity, try echoing the theme of the hall and stairs with your rugs or floor runners; if matchy-matchy isn’t your style, complementary colours in contrasting patterns can help to define the space while maintaining that all-important decorative link.

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