Entering any home, a person falls primarily in the hallway. This is a peculiar face of the house, which should immediately make a favorable impression. The functionality of the hall is quite wide - they come here who come to the house, in addition, clothes and shoes are stored in the hallway. It is very important to equip the hall so that, in addition to aesthetics, it is also comfortable, convenient, practical. In addition, the hallway must harmonize in style with other rooms in the house.
The designer often faces the difficult task of designing a functional and beautiful hallway, since most often its area is very small. Therefore, it is necessary to think over the color scheme, choose practical furniture and arrange it correctly, choose a beautiful decor. And most importantly - decide on the style. The classic direction in design is one of the most popular. It combines aesthetics, showiness and elegant restraint.
Features
The design of the hallway in the classical style is always in demand. Modern low-key classic never goes out of style. Designing a corridor in this style does not mean copying the artsy interior of the palaces. Moreover, in small rooms, all claims to luxury usually look ridiculous. Modern classics are more loyal to the choice of materials and decorative design. It is more practical.
At the same time, all the main features and characteristics of the classics are present in it. These are clear silhouettes and lines, symmetry, elegant colors.
First of all, you must follow the rules, without which it is impossible to create a classic interior.
- Discreet color solutions. The classic is by no means a dull composition made in one boring color. You can choose several shades, but all of them should be concise, muffled. Bright, contrasting combinations contradict this style. Bet on comfortable color perception, elegance.
- Natural materials. This is one of the main requirements of the classical style, it is not necessary to include plastic objects, synthetics in the interior. Natural materials: wood, weaving, stone - will make the design more status. Color and texture should be noble, not shouting.
- A single composition. In the classic, all elements are arranged around some central subject. But in a small corridor this requirement cannot always be fulfilled. In any case, the whole picture should be perceived organically.
- Furniture and, in general, all objects are selected with symmetrical proportions, clear silhouettes. The decor characteristic of the classics is carving, columns.
- Lighting should match the style. Ideally, think of lighting in several levels, and not be limited to ceiling.
If the hallway is small, observe the following rules:
- abandon the dark gamut in favor of monochrome light;
- do not include carvings, stucco moldings and other complex structures in the interior;
- use all possible niches, placing sections for storage in them;
- discard the overall furniture models;
- Choose a laconic chandelier.
Color combinations
First of all, you need to determine the color, and only then proceed with the purchase of finishing materials and furniture. So that the color composition does not contradict the style, shades must be balanced in it.
To choose a color, take rigor, neutrality and balance as the basis. Initially, it is necessary to exclude acid palettes, bright colors, catchy scales from the selection.
Only calm shades are allowed:
- sand;
- snow-white;
- cream, milk;
- coffee, cappuccino;
- pistachio;
- turquoise;
- pale yellow;
- grey;
- brown.
Designers do not recommend including more than three shades in the composition.
If you are not confident in your knowledge of color, take white as the basis. It will perfectly enlarge the corridor visually, in addition, it perfectly combines with other shades. Its only minus is impracticality. The classic interior, depending on the color, can be either status, mature, or soft, romantic.
Neutral tones
The perfect solution for a classic entryway. Neutral tones mean muted shades of universal colors. Against their background, decor and other objects of a more saturated tone look great. If you want to expand the space, choose white, light gray. But in the hallway, these shades are not too practical, so be sure to choose materials that are easy to clean.
Pastel Gamma
Allows you to create a softer, more delicate interior, pacify the severity of concise colors, make relaxing notes in the composition. A serious interior will only benefit if you add as a complement the tones of lilac, rose, jasmine, lettuce or mint, peach, blue. If you add white to the picture, the hallway will be light, light, airy.
Saturated shades
Dark gamma is not the best solution for the hall, especially if it has no windows. But if as a basic one this gamma can be quite controversial, then as an additional and accent one it is ideal. If you want to make dark notes in the interior, choose furniture, accents in this palette. This method will make the entrance hall not only stylish, but also status, solid. An unusual texture will help emphasize the effect of shades.
Nevertheless, you should be careful when using the dark range, otherwise the hall will turn out to be cramped, dark, with a low ceiling.
Therefore, be sure to dilute dark tones with light, keep a balance.
Finish
For a small and large hallway, it is important to choose high-quality material that will correspond to the classic interior. Of course, choosing a design for a long, short hallway, square, rectangular hall, it is important to correctly place accents.
First of all, regardless of size, avoid excessive relief, complex textures and bulky decor. It is important that the finish is practical.
Floor
First of all, remember that the coating should be organically combined with the floor in other adjacent rooms. Laminate, linoleum, tile, parquet are very suitable for the entrance. The main thing is that the color and design correspond to the general idea. If you want to add a touch of luxury to the composition, choose a coating of marble or its imitation.
Walls
Wallpaper is the best solution for a classic hallway, especially since there are a lot of options for washable surfaces. The classics perfectly accept fabric wallpapers, but they are difficult to clean. Despite the fact that they have the property of being dusty, the appearance of such wallpapers is extremely spectacular.
It is better to abandon paper wallpapers in favor of vinyl, non-woven and other moisture-resistant materials. The palette, patterns and motifs of such wallpapers are very diverse. Such material is perfectly combined with wood panels. You can safely consider decorative plaster and paint.
Ceiling
Despite the chosen style, 1-level and multi-level ceilings are in great demand. Here, first of all, you should focus on the area of the room. A stretch fabric is a popular way to decorate the ceiling, it will hide flaws and look very aesthetically pleasing. You can install almost any lighting. Drywall is another topical method of arranging the ceiling, but it is only suitable for high rooms.
In a classic interior, avoid glossy surfaces as well as color.
Furniture selection
The entrance hall most often includes a standard set of furniture that can vary depending on area:
- wardrobe for clothes and shoes;
- full-length mirror;
- pouf, chair;
- chest of drawers, galoshnitsa.
The main thing is that the furniture in the hallway is practical and consistent with the general organic style.
If the corridor is narrow and small, you can connect a chest of drawers, a galoshnost, a section for storing clothes in one cabinet, and place a mirror inside. It is worth considering multifunctional wardrobes that hide the diversity of things inside. Ideally, the furniture should be strict made of natural wood or MDF. Carved legs, beautiful accessories, carving, stucco molding, painting, gilded elements will add a twist to the overall composition.
Choosing furniture is not enough, it is important to correctly arrange it. The classic style looks best in rectangular and square rooms. If the hallway is oval or round, it is better to refuse the classical style. The correct arrangement of furniture takes into account the basic rules:
- from furniture to the door should not be less than 10 cm;
- if the cabinet opens in the usual way, you need at least 70 cm between it and the wall;
- a narrow corridor is better to visually zonate, but only if it is significantly elongated;
- the arrangement of furniture should be aesthetic and functional, the corner entrance hall is a very popular solution;
- think over storage places - closer to the door of the bag, then a zone for changing shoes, then a section for outerwear and a mirror.
Decor and Textile
The design of any room will not be complete without decorative elements. At the same time, even the overall hall does not leave too much space, so it is impossible to clutter it with details. Decor in a classic hallway is used to a minimum. Try decorating the hall with moldings imitating palace moldings. Textile upholstery fits very harmoniously into the classic design. If you are considering buying such furniture, then bet on textiles with floral motifs or the same ornament. It will attract attention and fit into the big picture.
In the classic interior there are no meaningless trifles. The carpet at the door must be selected with the appropriate ornament. The floor mirror should be in an elegant, beautiful frame, gilding can be used. The same goes for paintings on the walls. They look organically in the classic hallway of the plant, but it is better not to put them close to the door.
Think of a lighting system. In addition to the central ceiling light, whose role is played by a spectacular chandelier, it is necessary to provide for mirror illumination. This role can fulfill the sconce on the wall, floor lamp.
Beautiful examples
Here are some examples of a beautiful hallway design in classic style:
- a classic entrance hall in an apartment can be quite spectacular, despite its modest purpose;
- white color is an ideal solution for a small hall;
- in a country house you can use any luxurious details, they will be appropriate in it;
- the classic interior does not have to be strict and prim;
- gray range gives the classic a special nobility;
- a small hallway in the style of the classic looks very aesthetically and elegantly.
Watch the classic hallway video in the video below.