HALLWAY OVERHAUL

It’s easy to overlook the transitional areas of our homes. Often, our attention is better directed towards the spaces where we spend the majority of our time: our bedrooms, living spaces, and kitchens. But a well-appointed hallway does a lot for cementing the overall mood and feel of our spaces. ey work as segues from one color to the next, and also operate as a great place to stage photographs and other vignettes that bring personality into our day-to-day surroundings. We’re breaking down a few key considerations to help this under-utilized space rise to its full potential.

Lighting

Because these spaces tend to be short on natural light and narrow, it’s important that you add enough artificial light to balance any boldness. Pot lights are ideal, but if that’s not in the cards, try several wall sconces. If you can have only one fixture, one bulb probably won’t be sufficient, so try one with at least three.

Contrast

Balancing the contrast of your trim and paint color with the desired outcome will be key. A high-contrast pairing could make the space feel cramped and busy, whereas not enough contrast could leave the space feeling uninteresting. Play around with different combinations with the experts at Color Wheel until you find the right pairing.

Corners

If your hallway features a corner between doorways, this is a great spot to add some sort of structure. While a flat surface lends itself nicely to a gallery wall or visually-appealing prints, a corner is the perfect spot for a planter or perhaps a corner console table with a few books and wares.

Cohesion

Consider all the different spaces this transitional space can lead to. Compare and contrast your color selections, both trim and wall color, to ensure they pair nicely with every connected room. They don’t need to match, but they certainly shouldn’t clash. This could make things feel disjointed.