The modern design of the hallway allows you to feel the atmosphere of your apartment from the first steps, it will judge the tastes and preferences of the owners. The wrong approach to design in this part of the apartment can negate the efforts to create a holistic interior and spoil the first impression.
Whatever the modern design ideas of the hallway are not the basis of the project, in the quest for beauty we can not forget the main thing - the purpose of this part of the housing. People come here from the street, shoes and outerwear, often dusty, wet from rain or snow are removed and left here. In addition, umbrellas, hats, gloves, seasonal shoes are usually stored here, if space permits - they arrange storage areas or even allocate separate dressing rooms that are used not only for clothes, but also for various household items.
This is the last room in the house in which we are before leaving it, and the first where we return. It is also the most “passable” in the apartment. Consequently, its functionality should be at the forefront of our attention.
The word "hall" usually denotes the entrance part in the apartment. It may consist of the hallway itself, or include a corridor, part of the hall or the entire hall. When using open layouts, the hallway is separated from the main part of the apartment using a partition or using visual zoning.
Modern finishing materials for the hallway
Based on the purpose of the room, in the modern design of the hallway should be used materials that are resistant to wear and abrasion, withstand high humidity. Basic requirements for finishing materials:
- resistance to wear (especially for flooring),
- ease of cleaning,
- environmental friendliness.
The same requirements are generally imposed on materials for the manufacture of furniture. It is inappropriate to finish the natural veneer, the use of expensive woods - in difficult operating conditions, they most likely will not last long.
The most suitable modern flooring for the entrance area:
- tiles made of artificial stone or ceramics,
- ceramic granite plates
- cut down a natural stone,
- linoleum.
You can also use high-class laminate to withstand water. Natural flooring and floorboard is not recommended to use - they will quickly lose an attractive appearance. For walls most often use either painting, or modern moisture resistant wall-paper.
Modern hallway equipment
For the modern interior design of the hallway is characterized by the use of furniture that performs several functions at the same time. For example, a bench for shoes, as a rule, serves simultaneously as a shoe storage box, an ottoman on which you can sit is a storage for shoe care products, a wardrobe is replaced with a whole storage system that has space for both outdoor clothing and sporting supplies.
Cupboard. This element is found in almost every entrance area. Depending on its size, it can be either very small, or turn into a whole dressing room, providing for the possibility of storing any things, from everyday to seasonal.
Obuvnitsa. In that case, if the area allows, in the interior of the hallway there is a closet for shoes. At the same time, its upper part can serve as a glove table or shelf for bags. Keys can be stored in the same place if it is not possible to make a separate key keeper.
Seat. The modern design of the hallway suggests that there is a place to sit to wear comfortably. This is a free-standing chair, bench, stool, or seat can be part of the storage system or mounted as a unit with a hanger.
Mirror. Another necessary element of the interior hall equipment is a large mirror that allows you to evaluate your appearance before going outside. Well, if this mirror allows you to see yourself in full growth.
Rugs. No matter how persistent the floor covering is, right at the entrance it is worth putting a small rug that will absorb most of the street dirt. If wood or laminate is used as a flooring, the area near the door should be laid out with tiles or porcelain stoneware, forming a kind of “mat” from which it is easy to remove dirt without exposing the rest of the floor to washing too often.
Lighting. In the design of the hallway in the modern style plays a huge role correct lighting. The following types of lighting can be distinguished in the interior of the hall: general (included when entering the apartment), local (required for illuminating the main hall areas - mirror, cupboard, etc.), decorative (suitable for decorating the hall, highlighting the necessary design elements, will visually expand the room). 
Additional elements. In addition to those already listed, stand-alone hangers for clothes, hats, umbrella stands, key holders, console tables and other items that often perform decorative functions can be used in the interior of the hallway. Designers advise not to use only decorative items that do not carry functional load. For example, if you decide to decorate the hallway with a floor vase, use it as a stand for walking sticks and umbrellas.
Rugs. No matter how persistent the floor covering is, right at the entrance it is worth putting a small rug that will absorb most of the street dirt. If wood or laminate is used as a flooring, the area near the door should be laid out with tiles or porcelain stoneware, forming a kind of “mat” from which it is easy to remove dirt without exposing the rest of the floor to washing too often.
Lighting. In the design of the hallway in the modern style plays a huge role correct lighting. The following types of lighting can be distinguished in the interior of the hall: general (included when entering the apartment), local (required for illuminating the main hall areas - mirror, cupboard, etc.), decorative (suitable for decorating the hall, highlighting the necessary design elements, will visually expand the room). 
Additional elements. In addition to those already listed, stand-alone hangers for clothes, hats, umbrella stands, key holders, console tables and other items that often perform decorative functions can be used in the interior of the hallway. Designers advise not to use only decorative items that do not carry functional load. For example, if you decide to decorate the hallway with a floor vase, use it as a stand for walking sticks and umbrellas.
Design and color decision of a hall in modern style
Regardless of the size of the room, the most appropriate style is considered minimalism, which allows even on a modest area to fit everything you need and avoid cluttering it.
Suitable for the design of the entrance area and the Scandinavian style, combining simplicity and environmental friendliness.
Whatever style you choose, you should use a minimum of decorative elements in the interior, trying to ensure that the main pieces of furniture take on a decorative role. For example, original holders for clothes and accessories, as in the photo below, can become a very effective element of the hallway design in a modern style.
The color combinations used in the design of the hallway in a modern style should contribute to the visual increase and adjustment of proportions. In addition, dark tones are not recommended, since the entrance area usually does not have access to daylight and is the least illuminated.
As the main tones are preferred:
- White and its shades (milky, creamy, snow);
- Beige (coffee with milk, ivory, peach);
- Light gray.
Depending on the chosen style, suitable active colors are chosen as additional colors. Beige, for example, is wonderfully combined with natural tones of earth, sand, chocolate. Snow white elegantly complemented by blue, turquoise and lemon tones. It is only necessary to ensure that they are not too dark.
Exceptions are allowed if the hallway has large dimensions or very high ceilings. The simpler the color combinations, the better, too bright tones and sharp contrasts can visually reduce even a very spacious entrance hall.
Photos of the interior hallway in a modern style
Below are the various options and ideas for a hallway in a modern style.
Photo 1. With the help of mirrors, you can expand the narrow long hallway, add light and shine to it.
Photo 2. The built-in ceiling lights give a general light, the central suspension highlights the entrance area, and the wall sconces adorn the wall mirror, which is the main decorative element of the interior.
Photo 3.4. Even the smallest hallways in modern style can be equipped with the necessary things: a hanger or wardrobe, a seat and a mirror.
Photo 5. The light color of the walls, ceiling and floor in the design of the hallway deprives the space of borders, increasing its size.
Photo 6. Hanging cabinets in a modern design of the hall will help visually facilitate the interior and simplify cleaning.
Photo 7. The hallway is decorated with original handles for thumbs, paintings, decorative pillows, as well as hats and mirrors, hung on the wall.
Photo 8. Large mirror doors of the cabinets and a mirror above the table add volume and shine, the glossy floor enhances the impression.
Photo 9. The selection of the entrance area in the interior of the hallway is made using a semicircular structure with built-in storage system.
Photo 10. Red is the brightest element of the hallway design in a modern style.
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