It is important to remember that the hallway is the “face” of the apartment or house. Most often, it is used to judge the status, character, tastes and habits of the owners. The corridor can be arranged in different ways. Some people prefer smart modern systems for storing things, while others prefer a small hallway with convenient shelves, which is very important for decorating in modern directions.
The interior of a hallway with shelves looks much more interesting
Features of shelves in the hallway interior
When choosing shelves for the hallway, you should think not only about functionality and how best to save space, but also take into account the aesthetic design. At first glance, the idea of arranging a space with shelves alone may seem boring and unpromising. However, with proper planning and a creative approach, even this option can turn out to be quite convenient, roomy and stylish. Shelves combined with a hanger are a very convenient option for a mini hallway.
With the help of shelves, you can transform the interior of the hallway beyond recognition if you approach the issue creatively
Types of shelves
Today, a huge number of different shelves for the hallway are manufactured, which can be selected based on the size of the corridor and its style. Modern shelves reveal the flight of designer imagination - they not only look stylish, but also save useful space. The following materials are used for their manufacture: metal, wood, plastic, chipboard and MDF.
A shelf for clothes or shoes can be supplemented with various horizontal surfaces to accommodate accessories
Shelves can have different surfaces:
- matte;
- glossy;
- varnish.
Also differ in the variety of color palette: from white to beige, from light brown to black. Both domestic and foreign manufacturers are represented on the market. With the right selection of materials, fittings and decorative elements, they can become the highlight of any hallway. Shelves vary depending on their purpose.
A hallway with shelves looks neater, because shoes are not scattered around the room, but are compactly installed in a specially designated place
Shoe shelves
They definitely come to the attention of any person - anyone entering the house must take off their shoes. They can be retractable or telescopic and are usually combined in 2 or 3 pieces. The advantage of such shelves is that this design allows you to install one shelf on top of another and get a convenient place to store shoes for the whole family, saving space.
In a folding shoe rack, shoes are in a vertical position, which means they take up minimal space. Retractable structures are very convenient, but are most appropriate for large corridors.
Shoe racks vary in design style and number of shoe compartments
The organizer shelf is very relevant for the hallway. They can be made from various materials, there are even fabric options. They may look like a suitcase or a large box made of thick fabric with compartments for shoes or storing things.
DIY organizer shelf made from plastic pipes
The next type of shoe shelves in the hallway are the most common open ones, which can look like racks. This design is the most common and is installed in a designated location. They can be straight and consist of several segments (cells) of different sizes, or inclined - this option is very convenient and saves space.
The height of the bench with shelves for shoes should ensure comfortable changing of shoes
Quite often, the upper part of such shelves is designed in the form of a soft ottoman, which facilitates the process of putting on shoes. The simplest and most convenient option is a bench shelf. It includes several tiers of ledges and a seat.
All of the listed shoe shelves will not only provide order and comfort, but may well become the hallmark of the hallway.
For clothes
Shelves for clothes can be in the form of ordinary racks. And for more convenient storage of small items or items that are not often worn, you can use elegant wicker baskets or boxes, which will also serve as decoration.
Shelves for storing hats are usually combined with an open hanger for casual clothes
Pull-out shelves and trays for storing things are very popular. They are easy to use, allow you to pack them as compactly as possible and quickly find the right thing, but this option is more suitable for spacious rooms.
For accessories
A shelf for hats in the hallway can be supplemented with hooks at the bottom, which is very convenient for placing outerwear. The structures are either wall-mounted or suspended.
Shelves for storing accessories can be of a wide variety of designs
Hats and scarves located on open hanging shelves look quite stylish and original. They can consist of several tiers, which is very convenient for a family of several people. Children can occupy the lower shelves, and adults - the upper ones.
Original wooden shelf with a secret compartment for storing keys
Shelves with drawers
The design, consisting of a mirror with a shelf and several convenient drawers, will allow you to hide various necessary little things: cosmetics, keys, gloves. Under the same shelf you can place a key holder or a wooden plank with hooks for placing keys.
Wall shelf with drawer made of natural wood
A very practical and convenient key holder in the form of an elegant small cabinet with hooks, shelves, drawers and a door. You can also store wallets and gloves in it. This shelf is suitable for storing small items and maintaining order in the hallway.
Location and purpose of the structure
When choosing the size of the shelf and its type, consider in which room it will be located in the future. It is important to create a complete interior with a functional detail.
The main purpose of the shelf is to optimize space in the house
For the kitchen, it is important that all the necessary items are always at hand, and not hidden in numerous drawers. It is best to use a compact, yet spacious wall design. Wooden models are most suitable for the kitchen, as they create a cozy atmosphere. A variety of designs allows you to choose an option that harmoniously complements the interior of the room.
A good alternative to wood is decorated gypsum fiber sheet.
In a small kitchen, the shelf has a practical purpose, helping to keep necessary utensils in order.
Hallway
By using an original hanging shelf, you can easily decorate your hallway. Such furniture can easily perform several functions.
- A small shelf is suitable for storing keys and small items.
- The larger design allows you to easily accommodate all your bags.
- The tall design, complemented by figurines, will add sophistication to the hallway.
- The shelf with hooks is easy to use as a hanger.
For the hallway you should choose wooden furniture. Glass, metal and plastic cannot be called practical or universal. Take this into account when arranging the room.
A corner shoe stand will be a functional addition to the hallway
Bathroom
It's hard to imagine a bathroom without a convenient corner shelf on which all hygiene products are stored. Of course, numerous jars can be neatly stacked in a closet, but getting them out of it every time is not entirely convenient. It is better to have them at hand at all times.
For the bathroom they most often choose:
- glass structures with chrome stands;
- plastic shelves with metal racks.
It is important that such an interior detail is distinguished by its laconic execution. This makes it easy to care for, since high humidity in the bathroom causes rapid contamination of surfaces.
Manufacturers make the design as functional as possible by adding hooks, soap dishes
Living room
The living room is an ideal place where you can install a functional corner structure. Reading lovers will use shelving to store their home library. On the shelves you can easily place:
- family photos;
- decorative items.
During installation of the structure, you should definitely consider what load is planned on it. Fastenings must be as reliable as possible. Its size directly depends on the future purpose of the selected shelf. Decorative elements look good on compact models, and for a large library or collection, choose a spacious shelving unit.
Small corner shelves with carvings and shaped wooden details are often used as stands for icons
In many living rooms, wooden or metal corner shelves are used as flower stands. Glass specimens are much less common in living rooms. Designers advise not to clutter the shelves with numerous flowerpots and figurines. This eliminates the feeling of lightness that such a design is intended to add to the room.
In a spacious interior, options installed on external corners look harmonious. More often they are made of plasterboard or chipboard. You can design such an addition to the room yourself, taking into account the characteristics of the place chosen for the shelf.
For a small room it is better to purchase a compact design
Types of shelf mounting
To decorate the hallway and rationally use space, various shelf options are used, which differ in fastening systems. Depending on the fasteners they are divided into:
- corner;
- wall;
- mounted;
- floor
Corner
Designed for corner placement, very comfortable, compact and attractive. Corner shelves can have different types of fastenings: wall-mounted, wall-mounted and floor-mounted. Designs may include several segments or levels.
Photo examples of corner shelves in the hallway:
Compact corner shelf-ladder in the corner of the hallway
Corner wall shelf used for storing decorations
Wall mounted
Their name speaks for itself. Wall shelves in the hallway have special hinges or holes and are attached to self-tapping screws screwed into the wall. There may be single options or consisting of several tiers and sections.
A wall-mounted wooden shelf consisting of several rectangles combined into an interesting composition
Mounted
This type of shelf is attached to special brackets that can be mounted on the wall or ceiling. When choosing, it is very important to pay attention to the quality and material of the fasteners. If the shelves are made of chipboard or MDF, so that they are deformed or do not bend under the weight of things, it is necessary to have a metal frame around the perimeter of the shelf.
Wall-mounted modular shelves in contrasting colors
Floor-standing
They can consist of several tiers in the form of a rack with a metal frame or have a completely wooden structure. Quite often they are made from MDF and chipboard boards or wood; they also come with forging elements. Can be equipped with retractable mechanisms. They are durable and reliable.
Interesting floor shelf with a closed compartment for small items
Corner Wall Wooden Shelves for Kitchen
Open shelves have many advantages compared to cabinets that are installed in the kitchen. Firstly, less space is required to accommodate such a structure. Secondly, a correctly selected shelf allows you to visually expand the space of the room. This is especially true for small kitchens.
Another advantage of an open corner shelf is that all kitchen utensils located on it are in the owner’s field of view. On such structures you can place items that are used most often.
Thanks to the use of wall shelves when decorating the kitchen interior, the room takes on a complete look.
Note! Corner designs are an excellent complement to wall-mounted wooden kitchen cabinets.
This type of furniture, in addition to its undeniable advantages, also has some disadvantages. For example, dishes placed on open shelves quickly become covered with a layer of dust. Most often, such products have compact dimensions, so they are not suitable for storing large pots and pans.
In some cases, owners do not want kitchen utensils to be placed in plain sight. In such situations, it is recommended to install closed cabinets with shelves. Photos of corner structures will allow you to evaluate their advantages and disadvantages, and also demonstrate how they will look in a particular interior.
Choosing shelves for room design
When choosing shelves for the hallway, you should take into account their design - it must match the style of the room, match the color scheme and structure in combination with other interior items. An important detail is the functionality of the product.
Sometimes shelves are made more for decoration, for example, like these original shelves in a loft style
For reliability, various fastenings are used:
- for shelves made of wood or chipboard - ordinary hinges;
- decorative brackets are appropriate for glamour;
- Concealed installation with hidden fastenings is suitable for all styles.
It is worth choosing a suitable system taking into account the expected load, as well as the general design style of the room.
A shelf in the hallway is a universal item that fits almost all design trends and is an excellent addition and decoration to the interior.
Modern style
For a modern style, shelves equipped with hanging elements are often used. Right up to the ceiling there is a long, massive structure made of natural wood, from which multi-level shelving is located downwards.
Built-in storage system with open shelves and closed mezzanine
Storing clothes and shoes in wicker baskets made of wicker
To prevent things located on the shelves from overloading the interior of the hallway, it is advisable to use only light shades for the shelves.
Classical
The highlight of a classic hallway can be shelves arranged in wall niches. The length and width are selected based on the parameters of the niche.
Classic style hallway with shelves and cabinets in wall niches
Closed floor shoe rack with hinged lid
Stylish shelf with forged elements coated with golden paint
Classic style involves natural wood and natural shades. LED lighting and textured design of the niche itself will help make the shelves more impressive. For decoration it is better to use pastel colors. Forged shelf mounts can be a good addition.
High tech
A non-standard solution for designing shelves for hats in the hallway in the form of avant-garde figures will look original in the high-tech style. Their placement in a checkerboard pattern or with an inclination of 45 degrees, as well as in the form of a ladder with additional segments, is extravagant.
High-tech hallway design with modular shelves in contrasting colors
When using white walls, it would be better to decorate the shelves in contrasting shades. They will be complemented by chrome-plated long pillars and spotlights. The main thing is not to overload the room.
Selecting shelf colors
The color scheme depends on the chosen style, as well as the size and lighting of the room. Light shelves with chrome stands, mirrors and LED lighting will help to visually enlarge the room and expand the space.
A shelf that matches the color of the wall will blend into the interior and will not attract attention.
When using bright, saturated or dark colors to paint shelves, the presence of white walls will help to highlight the stylistic direction even more effectively - relevant for modern hallway design.
Wooden shelves can be matched to any interior style
Even a very small corridor has the right to a non-standard design solution. The use of natural, unpainted wood, simply varnished, is acceptable for most styles. Corner shelves made of natural wood with the effect of artificial aging, complemented by a wooden chest with forged elements, look quite impressive.
Corner shelves for the bathroom: product features
Corner structures, which are used to store bathroom accessories, are made mainly from polymer materials. On the modern market you can also find glass products. Plastic shelves are sold complete with metal stands made of stainless steel. Glass products are most often installed on a chrome stand.
Corner shelves for the bathroom perform basic functions, giving the room all sorts of stylistic accents
It is worth noting that the designs used in bathrooms have a limited number of modifications. Corner shelves for the bathroom have a laconic design, as this is required by operating conditions. With constant contact with water, the shelves become dirty faster, so simplicity of design in this case is a mandatory requirement.
Most of these shelves have perforations, which are necessary in order to avoid the accumulation of water on them. These products are equipped with various auxiliary elements, such as hooks, soap dishes, etc.
There are two areas that are most suitable for placing these shelves. The first of them is located in the corner of the bathroom, and the second is located under the mirror. Glass structures have one drawback: they do not have good shock resistance. If desired, you can purchase plastic products made of transparent polymer material.
Corner bathroom shelves made of glass are easier to clean and also look more modern. In turn, plastic products have a more affordable price. Glass structures are recommended when a sliding curtain made of a similar material is installed in the bathroom.
Corner shelves for the bathroom have perforations in their design to avoid the accumulation of water in them
Photos of examples of hallway interiors with shelves
Shelves not only store items, but are able to assemble individual segments into a single room style. When properly designed, they contribute to a qualitative transformation of the hallway environment.
