RiverLights Mid-Century Modern 70 West Model

Inspiration for a mid-sized mid-century modern carpeted and beige floor hallway remodel in Other with white walls

A peek into the children's' bedroom down the hall. Photo credit: Laura Sumrak.
Example of a small 1960s medium tone wood floor and brown floor hallway design in Charlotte with white walls

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Interior Changes home design & consulting

The hall vestibule to the master bedroom separates it nicely from the rest of the house and makes it feel very private. Painting the millwork and the walls in the same hue makes this midcentury home feel uncluttered and streamlined.

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Vicki Simon Interior Design

Portland maker Vitrelux glass pendants
Hallway - 1950s hallway idea in Portland with beige walls

RiverLights Mid-Century Modern 70 West Model

Mary Hannah Interiors

Example of a mid-sized mid-century modern carpeted and beige floor hallway design in Other with white walls

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M Vincent Assets LLC

Example of a small mid-century modern medium tone wood floor and brown floor hallway design in Wilmington with white walls

The Apollo

KLM Design-Build

Kyle Jones
Inspiration for a mid-sized 1960s hallway remodel in Austin with white walls

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Olivier Vidal Architects

Hallway - mid-sized 1960s concrete floor hallway idea in New York with gray walls

Canterbury - Columbus, Ohio

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Hallway - mid-sized 1950s carpeted and beige floor hallway idea in Columbus with beige walls

Canterbury - Columbus, Ohio

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Inspiration for a mid-sized 1950s carpeted and beige floor hallway remodel in Columbus with beige walls

Blake Street

Silver Leaf Home Staging

Darcy Houston
Inspiration for a small 1960s medium tone wood floor and orange floor hallway remodel in Denver with gray walls

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Gail Green Interiors

Mid-sized 1950s limestone floor hallway photo in New York with beige walls

Ferndalehaus Apartment Complex

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Hallway - huge mid-century modern carpeted and multicolored floor hallway idea in Detroit with green walls

Braesvalley Custom Home

Alair Homes Houston

A modern mid century custom home design from exterior to interior has a focus on liveability while creating inviting spaces throughout the home. The Master suite beckons you to spend time in the spa-like oasis, while the kitchen, dining and living room areas are open and inviting.

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Wills Company

Alyssa Rosenheck
Hallway - large 1950s travertine floor hallway idea in Nashville with white walls

Ashford Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Customer Space | Waterville, Ohio

Flooret

Deep tones of gently weathered grey and brown. A modern look that still respects the timelessness of natural wood.
Hallway - mid-sized 1950s vinyl floor and brown floor hallway idea in Other with beige walls

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Spectrum Design Group

Mid-sized mid-century modern brick floor hallway photo in Chicago with green walls

Lake Washington Backyard Cottage

microhouse

Looking from the bedroom through the kitchen of this small backyard cottage
Hallway - small mid-century modern light wood floor hallway idea in Seattle with white walls

Rapson MidCentury Staging

Bespoke Decor

Ralph Rapson MidCentury home staged for sale.
Example of a mid-sized 1950s dark wood floor, brown floor and vaulted ceiling hallway design in New York with white walls

Mid-Century Modern Hallway Ideas

Even though mid-century modern hallways are primarily pathways between rooms, they can be so much more if designed well. Despite being a rather small space, the range of 1950s hallway decorating ideas is surprisingly big; adding built-in bookcases or shelves to display books or interesting knickknacks is just the tip of the iceberg. Browse plenty of pictures of 1960s hallways for inspiration and read the following tips to make sure yours is flawless and functional:

How do I add storage to my mid-century modern hallway design?

If you have a small home, adding 1950s hallway storage solutions is a great way to save much-needed space. When executing your hallway ideas make sure to avoid narrowing an already narrow space. Instead, think about how you can take advantage of the vertical surface of the walls. Stay away from full-sized furniture and try to incorporate built-in bookcases and skinny console tables into your hallway design ideas. Also, consider adding narrow shelves on the wall, just make sure they don't cut into your walking space since that is the hallway’s prime functionality! Another more involved 1960s hallway storage idea is to actually open up the walls to tap into unused space between the studs. This is a great way to add small nooks and shelving that don’t actually take up any precious space, but are perfect for showcasing mid-century modern hallway decor. You’ll want to hire a professional to make sure there isn’t any plumbing or electrical running through the spots you want to open; if there is, and you absolutely need that extra space, you can always pay to have it moved or rerouted.

How do I incorporate mid-century modern hallway decor?

Your retro hallway decor should not overwhelm such a small space, but instead enhance it and complement the home’s interior. If you want to display a photo collection, grouping frames in odd numbers and varying the heights is one of the best hallway decorating ideas you can easily implement. You can use shadow boxes and art shelves to display quirky small accessories in your mod hallway design, but try to rotate them out occasionally to keep in fresh and interesting. Wall space is key, but don't forget about your ceilings and floors as well. Ceiling lights, chandeliers or wall sconces can act as additional decor, while runner rugs are a quick, easy way to add color and pattern to a traditionally all-neutral space. Put in extra thought when choosing a paint color for the walls. Lots of mid-century modern hallway ideas will feature light colors, which will keep the space feeling open and bright, especially if it’s lacking natural light. Don’t let that stop you from using dark or bright colors though, as these can have an equally impactful presence. If you are planning to use deep hues, consider using contrasting retro hallway decorating ideas, like white picture frames and bright artwork. Also, keep in mind what color the doors in the hallway are — if they clash with the paint color you should paint them to coordinate, or consider going with a different wall color altogether.

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