What Looks Good to Hang in a Hallway Above the Stairs?
As guests enter your home, they should be able to get a sense of who you and your family are. Guests at the bottom of the stairs will have the vantage point to the upstairs hallway. Provide a view to the top that showcases your family's history, talents, style and personality. Does this Spark an idea?
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Pictures
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Pictures tell the story of your family. Hang a large collage of your family in the hallway, or opt to hang a collection of pictures to line the hallway walls. Use previously neglected pictures that may not have had a natural place elsewhere in your home. For example, hang the picture of your husband and the big fish he caught, pictures of your great-grandparents, and childhood pictures of your own and of your kids. These pictures will catch your guests' eyes before they head up the stairs.
Wall Treatment
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Hang a wall treatment that provide color and texture. Some possibilities include wallpaper, wainscoting or beadboard. The wallpaper provides a bold pattern visible from a distance, while wainscoting provides architectural detailing to the small space.
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Artwork
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Artwork adds a colorful dimension to the confined space. Use prints that are full of bright colors rather than subdued colors. Oversized canvases make the pictures easier to see from a distance.
Reflective Surfaces
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Hang a large, decorative mirror so that it reflects the space and makes it appear larger. A collection of smaller mirrors whose frames are painted in the same color create a striking focal point. You can also add glass tile for an attractive, reflective look. Another option is to hang a wall full of LPs for an unconventional, yet appealing, design.
Children's Art
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If you have kids, use their artwork to decorate your hallway. Hang a clothesline on one of the hallway walls. Clip children's artwork to the line. This addition will make a nostalgic and appealing feature for your hallway.
Lights
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Lights can highlight the hallway's attractive features. Use wall sconces that don't protrude too far from the wall. Install lights with a curved spine near the top of the wall, so guests can walk through the area without bumping against the lights.
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References
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