Tired of a mess in the hallway? The best way to get rid of it is to find a place for each thing. This article contains 40+ ideas for organized storage of shoes, bags, hats and gloves in the hallway. Let's take a look at the most fashionable and convenient hangers, sets, shoe racks and shelves, as well as original solutions that you can do yourself! They will be especially relevant if there is no space for a closet in the hallway. Don't forget to write in the comments which options you liked best!
A set as the most convenient storage space for a small hallway
It's hard to imagine a simpler solution. The set has compartments for different things, takes up little space and greatly simplifies the design of the hallway. There is no need to think about how to combine furniture: you buy a single solution and get a neat and stylish interior.
Here are modern ideas for sets for storing shoes and small items in a small hallway. Notice how simple lines highlight the contrast between colors and textures of materials:
Compact hallway furniture from Ideastore
Hallway sets: 1) Winkler by Williston, 2) Forge by Home Etc, 3) Camila by dCor design
Hallway set Erin by Mercury Row
Stylish hallway set from the Simple Stuff brand
Another option for storing shoes and accessories in a small hallway is old-fashioned coat racks , which seem to be making a comeback in interior design. In the first photo, a wooden Landon coat rack from Crosley Furniture was enlivened with geometric decor (candlesticks, a pattern on a pillow, paintings). And on the second, the designers decided to follow the path of the trendy industrial style and focused on forged and other metal parts, not forgetting to also choose the perfect lamps.
Not only hangers are returning to us from the last millennium, but also high racks :
The disadvantage of open shelves for shoes is that you need to keep them clean and thoroughly wipe your shoes when you come home. Who would be pleased to turn their head and look at something you carelessly stepped into on your morning jog? If you don’t want to bother, then why not hide everything behind the doors of a cabinet or cabinet? The latter, by the way, can serve as a console on which a mirror or decor for decorating the hallway is placed.
Where do we store it?
In one big closet
Ideally, of course, put everything in one large closet. But we don’t live in a utopia, so let’s return to reality and to the clothes that we divided into categories.
We leave clothes from the first category in the hallway. From the second we remove it to another place. Take, for example, one long down jacket, one spring jacket and one coat. In winter, we wear a down jacket more often, let it hang in the hallway, hide a light jacket in a box under the bed, and put the coat “hibernating” in the bedroom closet.
In closed narrow cabinets
When it is not possible to install a large closet (don’t take over the neighbor’s apartment!), narrow closed cabinets will come to the rescue. Their depth is small, but their height can reach the very ceiling. Choose facades that match the color of the walls or mirror ones; they will visually make the hallway more spacious. How else to expand a small area was written here: 4 ways to make a room visually larger in one weekend.
A little advice. How to store wet clothes in closets? Buy an additional hanger rack with 3-5 compartments. It can be mounted directly on the side wall of the cabinet. The clothes dried and were put in the closet. The photo shows an example from the Swedish giant. Or store it directly in the closet, only in this case choose fronts with perforations so that the clothes still dry out and do not become sour.
In open storage systems
Cabinets can be replaced with an open storage system. You will find it in the same “IKEA” and any large construction hypermarket. Such designs are usually used for dressing rooms. But why not shelter them in the hallway. The width is small, the height of the system is also adjustable.
There are also shelves, pull-out storage baskets, rails and clothes rails. Everything comes together just like in a construction kit. If you realize that you are missing something, you can always add to the composition. When the layout allows, such a system can be installed in a niche and hide all colorful clothes behind a thick curtain.
On hooks and hangers
Let's say you don't want to buy new furniture, but remain faithful to your favorite section with hooks or hangers. In this case, try not to overload them. One hook - one piece of clothing. Nobody likes huge piles of fur coats, jackets and children's overalls.
On pegboards
The pegboard is an item that designers borrowed from rock climbers. The versatility of the pegboard is amazing: it accommodates hangers, shelves, and hooks. Essentially, what we have in front of us is a board with compartments for handles. These handles will serve as hooks for you; you can also install hangers with clothes on them and put shelves for small items, bags, and keys. Just set it to a comfortable height for your height. You can rearrange it at your discretion, so you won’t soon get tired of this miracle board.
We'll tell you with 5 beautiful and real examples: How to decorate a small hallway?
Banquette instead of a regular shoe rack
One of the most popular ideas for storing shoes in the hallway! Under the soft seat there can be either open shelves for shoes (picture 1: banquettes from 17 Stories on the left and from Symple Stuff on the right), or a drawer with a folding door (picture 2: banquette from Homfa). It can also be equipped with drawers for gloves and other accessories (photo 3: Vaillancourt bench).
In the interior design of a small hallway, a banquette can be combined with hanging shelves for hats and hangers/hooks for outerwear. A good alternative to a bulky wardrobe!
A comfortable bench with shelves for storing shoes is already a classic. As for fashion trends, today laconic benches in the style of the 50s and industrial are noticeably trending (above right - a bench with a drawer under the seat from Symple Stuff, below right - a bench from the Hemnes collection from Ikea).
Also read: Irreplaceable - a banquette in the hallway. 25 stylish options
Corridor drawer at the base of the ottoman
A large number of residents in a modern house complain about clutter and an excessive amount of things in the hallway that have nowhere to go. Because of this, the corridor loses its convenience. All scattered things take up much more space than an installed ottoman, which can perform several functions at once.
You can comfortably put on your shoes, wait for other residents, or help your child get dressed. In addition, most models are equipped with special drawers for storing things. All these functions will help you cope with a certain amount of unnecessary things.
The hallway drawer at the base of the ottoman can perform several functions simultaneously
This option is especially relevant for those who cannot boast of large hallway dimensions, and opening the doors of the drawers near the chest of drawers means taking up additional space.
The box is located under the seat; it is a kind of organizer; you can store in it what is necessary for everyday use or what is used seasonally, such as shoes. In some situations, such boxes are even used to store documents. It would be a great idea to use accessories; a beautiful vase is suitable for the pouf, which will not only focus attention on it, but will also add a fresh note to the hallway.
Shoe storage ideas for a narrow hallway/corridor
A banquette combined with hangers is a good option for a narrow hallway. But if you want to remove things from view and give the corridor a more “living” look, then you should take a closer look at cabinets and shoe cabinets with folding drawers or sliding doors. They will hide the clutter from view and won’t force you to press yourself against the wall while you take things out of the shelves.
Shoe cabinet in the hallway MACKAPAR from Ikea
Another solution for a narrow and small hallway is built-in furniture. It can provide compact storage for shoes, bags and all other things, while at the same time giving the interior style and comfort. We offer you some ideas in the following photos:
Everything unnecessary goes to the Attic
The hallway is clearly not your warehouse, so seasonal and temporarily “extra” things have no place there. What to do with skis, bicycles, scooters, out-of-season clothes and shoes, and especially car tires? To the Attic! We are ready to give you the missing square meters and free your hallway from what gets in the way, gathers dust and spoils the appearance of the entire apartment. Consider that now you will have your own personal warehouse - because we pick up and deliver things directly to your home!
How does the Attic work? It’s very simple: you create a list of things that you, for some reason, do not temporarily need. Then, literally in one click, you place an order on our website, on social networks, instant messengers or by phone (depending on where it is more convenient for you) - just tell us how many things you have, so that we understand how many movers and packaging will be needed for your order. Then we agree on a time convenient for you - the movers come home and the fun begins! We work, and you rest. Yes, now you don’t even have to think about packing things - we will do everything ourselves, because movers will have 15 types of packaging materials to ensure that things reach the warehouse safe and sound. We will label everything and take it to the warehouse - the same evening the items will appear in your virtual warehouse in your personal account on the website or in the mobile application. You can breathe easy - no clutter in the hallway, only space, cleanliness and comfort.
How can I return things if I need them? Exactly the same - in one click. Click “return” next to the item you need in your personal account and the next day the item is already at your home. Comfortable? Not that word!
Storing bags in the hallway: 7 best ideas in the photo
How many bags and accessories do you store in your hallway? Fashionistas who have bags or clutches for all occasions probably find it difficult to do without organizers. They can be used to equip cabinet doors or even entrance doors. Another type of organizer allows you to store bags on hangers along with outerwear.
If you don’t want to turn the hallway into a dressing room, and you only store relevant everyday items there, then you can get by with stylish hooks and/or shelves.
Finally, baskets and deep drawers can be used to store bags, hats, scarves and gloves in the hallway. The photos below demonstrate how these simple details can decorate the interior.
Vinyl stickers for hallway decor
Decorating a hallway has always been a fun activity. The interior in the hallway should be combined with the organization of the entire apartment. Sometimes, in order to achieve this compliance, you don’t need to decorate the room a lot or do major renovations; it’s enough to complement the interior with an object such as vinyl stickers.
This decoration method is very easy to use and has only two rules:
- Correct determination of the theme of the stickers;
- Selecting the appropriate color.
If there are practically no problems with the last rule, you just need to navigate the general interior, but with the theme there are often snags.
Vinyl stickers for hallway decor must be chosen correctly
How to decide what exactly needs to be added to the hallway? To do this, just look around, what would you like to see here? Perhaps this is a decorative sticker in the shape of butterflies; they will fit perfectly into the interior and enliven the overall atmosphere. Or maybe you have a cherished dream to visit abroad? A themed sticker with an image of an elephant will come in handy.
Residents often use thematic ideas. For example, by organizing a large tree on the wall using stickers, you can complement it with leaves in the form of photographs in frames. This hallway decoration is not only original, but also almost exclusive.
Ideas for storing hats and gloves in the hallway
Don't want to store your accessories in bottomless drawers and baskets where they tend to disappear without a trace? In this case, the same organizers on the door can help you out. Please note: in the photo on the left, ordinary curtain rods act as organizers.
Another option: use small shelves in combination with hooks if necessary.
But the most original and daring solution would be to use hats and gloves as decoration. And this, of course, can be brought to life with your own hands. Here are some ideas for inspiration:
Color design
For a narrow and long hallway, it is recommended to select interior items decorated in light shades. Dark furniture not only contributes to the creation of a gloomy environment, but also requires high-quality lighting for such a room. Additionally, visually the room becomes even smaller and narrower, which is unacceptable for any resident.
When designing a narrow hallway in a Khrushchev-era building, the designers’ recommendations are taken into account:
- to visually expand the space, light furniture is selected, as well as light wallpaper and floor coverings, and there can be different patterns and prints on the walls, but they must be large;
- a good solution is to use a unique design idea called a game of contrasts, for which the walls and floor are made in calm and bed colors, but the furniture will have rich shades to get a stylish interior, but even in this case it is not allowed for the interior items to be black, dark brown or dark purple;
- An important factor in creating an optimal interior is the organization of high-quality and uniform lighting, and it is advisable to use not only a general chandelier located on the ceiling in the center of the room, but also spotlights along with LED backlighting;
- furniture should be chosen either in one color or in such colors that they combine well with each other;
- The optimal colors for interior items are beige, white, ivory or light brown.
Thus, the formation of a color scheme in a narrow hallway is the basis for obtaining a comfortable and beautiful room. Photos of different unique designs can be seen below.
10 more ideas for organizing storage in the hallway with your own hands
Wondering how you'd like trays of pebbles and homemade shelves made from wooden boxes? Galoshni from ladders and other unusual organizers for shoes that we collected in the following photos? Or maybe you'd be more impressed by ideas for storing bags on kitchen utensil pullouts or shower curtain hooks? Write to us about it in the comments!
Also read: 10 best DIY ideas for your home
Common Mistakes
It should be remembered that the idea must first of all fit into the overall appearance of the room. Most of all, this concerns the disguise of overhead counter structures. It happens that after the implementation of a project it has to be dismantled over time, because it either disturbs others or simply does not fit the situation.
Shield masking Source Astek-meb.com
Common mistakes when using cabinets:
- Lacks practicality. The construction was made only to cover the counter. And the bulky structure serves as a banal screen. Or, on the contrary, shelves with various items do not allow you to normally take readings from the meter. You can even be fined for this.
- Exceeding dimensions. Some manage to build a structure that interferes with traffic. No matter how beautiful the structure looks, if it is constantly clinging to or being beaten, it is necessary to reduce its size.
- Poor quality. Saving on materials will result in the interior being hopelessly damaged. In addition, the built locker is constantly used. They take items from it and put them back. Take meter readings. Regular actions using low-quality materials will quickly lead to structural failure.
Electrical panel - you need to know the enemy by sight
Firstly, it’s worth figuring out why this object is in the apartment. It's simple, the electrical panel distributes electrical energy and ensures the safety of the residents of the house.
The electrical panel helps in the household by being responsible for electricity. It prevents overloads and supplies electricity, evenly distributing it throughout the apartment to avoid short circuits and overloads.
In ancient times, electrical panels were large and had many tangled wires. They were scary to look at, much less use. Fortunately, evolution does not stand still and has taken care of the compact and safe appearance of the modern electrical panel. Now he is the way we see him.
Shoe shoe rack
As for shoes, they should also have a separate place, even in a small hallway, otherwise a pile of shoes standing on the floor will bring chaos to an already limited space. The ideal option is a shoebox, a shelf specifically designed for storing outdoor shoes. For narrow hallways, shoe boots built into a slim cabinet or closet are suitable. This configuration allows you to place a sufficient number of shoes in small-sized furniture, without in any way concealing the precious space of the room.
Don't forget about convenience
The hallway should contain not only hangers or a shoe rack, but also a place where you can sit down to rest or put on/take off your shoes. When choosing such a piece of furniture, pay attention to multifunctional furniture. The purchased item should not only serve as a place to sit, but also perform a number of additional functions. For example, you can buy a beautiful pouf with storage space under the lid. Or purchase a bench equipped with shelves for shoes. Such furniture will not only make your stay in the hallway much more comfortable, but will also decorate the interior, giving it coziness.
Open hangers
This storage system has become in demand in the wake of the popularity of the Scandinavian style. Neat open rails and clothes hangers will perfectly cope with the problem of storing things, and at the same time they will not clutter up the already limited space. The main condition is to maintain order on open hangers. And to visually “unload” you can use a couple of tricks, for example, use the same laconic hangers (hangers) or hang clothes at different levels to avoid a “clump” of things on the wall.
How is an electrical panel most often masked?
There are many ideas for designing an electrical panel to make it look good in the hallway. It depends on the capabilities and creativity. Everyone uses a method that suits the nature, interior and complexity of the work. A method that is difficult to implement will not always end up being better than an easy one.
- Hiding the shield by attaching a key holder to it is the most practical and popular way. You can buy or personally make a key holder, which you then simply need to attach to the electrical panel door. It will look interesting and will also be practical. You can store your keys without fear of losing them and have easy access to the electrical panel.
- One of the simplest and most commonly used methods is to wallpaper and make an extension of the wall or cabinet. This method is easy and affordable, because wallpaper is often left behind after renovation. A shield that stands out less on the wall will be invisible under the wallpaper.
- For creative people, for example, artists, painting the electrical panel with paints is suitable. It will look fresh and creative. The painting can be unusual, or simply paint the electrical panel to match the interior. There are many painting techniques that will always look beautiful and hide an ugly box.
- Another interesting and worthwhile way to disguise an electrical panel is with a mirror. It's quite simple, and the result is nice:
-fix the mirror on the door with glue, double-sided tape or any other method of your choice;
- glue the edges with cardboard, fabric or other material using a glue gun;
- design the result as you wish.
There are no restrictions in such a matter. There are a variety of ideas for creating beautiful and unusual things that will go perfectly with the hallway and hide an unpleasant object.
Boxes made of various materials
The manufacturing material is not only cardboard. The actual raw material for decorative boxes created by yourself can be almost any element that is suitable for:
- quality;
- density;
- texture;
- elasticity.
Imagination and resourcefulness are the best advisers in decorating.
From cardboard
The products take any shape, and the production process is easy.
The decor is chosen to suit your taste, and the lid can be regular, Velcro or magnetic.
Made of wood or birch bark
Wicker baskets are popular, but their implementation requires strength to cut sheets of plywood, boards, and cut out patterns. If these difficulties are not a problem, then such decoration of the room will not upset you.
You can use other people's ideas, adapting them to your capabilities and materials.
You can put together a box from the boards, and then leave it in its natural form or decorate it. Both options are acceptable.
Stylish boxes will decorate the interior of any room.
From newspapers
Using twisted paper sheets, a wicker version of the box is created. Manufacturing sequence.
There is no shame in giving such packaging as a gift.
Mirrored wardrobe
Interior designers offer owners of narrow hallways to take advantage of a win-win option and kill two birds with one stone: organize spacious storage space and visually expand the room with the help of large mirrors. Today, furniture manufacturers can make a cabinet to suit any room parameters, which means that it will fit perfectly even into a tiny hallway: closed doors will hide everything unnecessary from prying eyes, avoid the feeling of clutter and make the room tidier.
Pay attention to the corners
In all small rooms, designers advise paying attention to the corners. Since the area of the room is limited, it is necessary to use every centimeter of available space. Therefore, one of the mandatory storage systems in the hallway should be a corner model, equipped with shelves, hooks and drawers. Try to choose a copy that is not too massive so that it does not load the already small space. It’s better to choose a light, elegant model that matches the walls.
