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Skybox Construction installed lighting, molding, flooring, then painted this hallway.
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Palladio Door Collection

Almesedoors

THE DOOR NAME ORIGIN - "PALLADIO TRE SOLID" FINISH: WHITE This is a bit tricky. Isn’t White the default finish that would look great on any interior door? Well, not quite. W. is the color most often associated with perfection, honesty, cleanliness, newness, neutrality, and exactitude. The pigment has been known and used by humans since prehistoric times. In ancient Egypt, W. symbolized purity. Roman patricians paraded around in W. togas to distinguish themselves from the common folk. It was the color of choice of French monarchs. Architects of all epochs used W., with considerable enthusiasm, in various projects and for various reasons. In the United States, architects favored it when designing churches, capitols, and municipal buildings – which is, in fact, a tradition they inherited from classical and Renaissance architecture. According to some experts, most of the buildings in the celebrated Forum were either made of, or clad in, W. marble. In Taoism, it represents the yang or masculine energy, one of the two complementary natures of the universe. Many authors, both classical and contemporary, have referred to W. as a sign of purity, either physical (like William Shakespeare, whose treacherous usurper monarch wishes a heavenly rain would cleanse his blood-stained hand, washing it “white as snow”) or spiritual (like Tennessee Williams, who named his lead character Blanche (derived, incidentally, from the Germanic word blanc)) as a symbol of her innocent child-like spirit, perceptible from the moment she makes her first entrance (through the interior door stage-left). Back in the Seventeenth Century, Sir Isaac Newton discovered that sunlight is composed of light with wavelengths across the visible spectrum which the human eye perceives as W. It is the lightest of the spectrum, and achromatic (hue-less) to boot, because it fully reflects and scatters all visible wavelengths of light, absorbing none. W. objects stand out in the dark. Depending on the surroundings, an interior door with W. finish might come off as emphatic or tactful, dominant or complementary. It blends seamlessly into most types of decor and, once the owner’s needs and disposition are taken into account, can symbolize - oh, so many different things, while bringing back a myriad memories: from those glorious snowy Alpine slopes and peaks to the fluffy tops of the wayward herd of cumulus cloud heap over the horizon on a balmy afternoon in the Caribbean. Tropical sand beaches are W. due to the high quantity of calcium carbonate they get from tiny bits of seashells ground to powder by the waves. In a number of cultures W. can also symbolize festivity, and be used lavishly to brighten up weddings, birthdays, and anniversaries. It is beautiful. Make sure it goes well with your interior door model, though.

Gale-Rew Spec/Chamna

Gale Rew Construction, Inc.

Photos by Becky Pospical Built In bench with shiplap back and hooks. Entry from the garage
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Hays Residence

User

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Hallway

Acadia Building Company

Hallway from front bedroom leading to full bath and laundry room.
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Vashon Great Room and Deck

Sheard Development LLC

Cozy reading corner in the gable end of an apartment loft. Photography by Kent Phelan
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Hallway Remodel

Dream Renovations

Creating private spaces down a long hallway by adding two sets of double doors allowed the space to accommodate an overnight guest.
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Vestavia Sunroom Addition

Oak Alley, Inc.

Home Remodeling Birmingham Alabama Oak Alley Design Build Vestavia Entryway/Sunroom Griswold Photography Sunroom Addition
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Dalton II 150

Omega Builders

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New Home Build 1

Lisa OBrien Interior Designs

Huge elegant laminate floor, multicolored floor and vaulted ceiling hallway photo in Other with beige walls

Dalton 250

Omega Builders

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Lakeside Executive Retreat

Duke Homes, Inc.

A custom built mudroom cubby greets those entering from the home's garage.
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Wainscotting, with Copper wall covering

Michael James Carpentry

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Hallway

Build Rite Construction LLC

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Corridor

MG Bros Construction, Inc.

We made this narrow corridor usable, replaced the floor with laminate and decorated the wall with baseboard also installed new lights and painted the ceiling and walls. What's more we have installed a new interior door in the hallway leading to the bedroom.

Flooring Upgrade

Morrolina Construction

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Hardwood, Laminate, & Vinyl

SCV Floorsmith

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Home Refresh 1

Lisa OBrien Interior Designs

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Waterfront Custom Build

Zander Homes

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Traditional Laminate Floor Hallway Ideas

Even though traditional hallways are primarily pathways between rooms, they can be so much more if designed well. Despite being a rather small space, the range of classic 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 timeless hallways for inspiration and read the following tips to make sure yours is flawless and functional:

How do I add storage to my elegant hallway design?

If you have a small home, adding traditional 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 classic 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 timeless 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 traditional hallway decor?

Your traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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.