Hallways

"This custom console table was built by Sadler Custom Cabinets. It was originally designated for another area of the home, but Mary realized that it was the perfect fit for the hallway leading to the master bedroom."

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"Wainscoting. Wrapping a section of your wall (typically up to 42 inches high) with vibrant patterned Moroccan-style tile creates a stunning mural effect. As this hallway shows, even a little tile can do the trick."

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"Draw Attention With Flowers The modern console table in this smart hallway comes to the fore thanks to a vase of pretty, top-lit alliums. This signature piece is a subtle one, at first glance blending in like built-in furniture, tucked precisely under the dado. But the flowers make us notice it more, drawing our eye to its Jenga-like base and bold simplicity. Use floral arrangements to pinpoint your signature item. Try putting them on a fireplace in summer or on a favorite piece of furniture, such as a statement sideboard."

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"Mole’s Breath woodwork paint: Farrow & Ball; Jutland oak herringbone flooring: Havwoods; Reader armchair in Bumblebee velvet: Loaf"

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"Project: Create a family photo wall."

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"3. Put extra storage in a hallway or mudroom. These built-in cabinets and drawers make a great place to tuck away backpacks and boots and other everyday necessities, all beautifully hidden behind closed doors. The cork board at the left is also a great place to post a calendar, notices about upcoming events and fun pieces of mail. "

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"Imagine this hallway without the art. The architectural details in the house speak volumes, but the artwork stands out and complements the home’s simple elegance beautifully."

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"Impressive Artwork A painting, print or sculpture is a prime opportunity to reveal the real you. Something earthy or whimsical, for example, says something completely different than an ultramodern poster with edge."

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"Another consideration is that walls and floors must be perfectly flat to accommodate large-format tiles. A maximum one-eighth-inch discrepancy over 10 linear feet is acceptable. If there is a greater discrepancy, lippage — meaning that one edge of a tile is higher than the adjacent tile, creating an uneven surface — may occur. So before you commit to this dramatic tile size, have your contractor assess the viability of installing them based on your floor conditions. Some floors may to be too irregular and out of level for a large-format tile to be considered."

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"1. Relax awhile. This hallway is so much more than a place for passing through. With shelves containing many books and a snug place to read, we might never make it to the other end!"

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"8. Tricky balance. In this hallway a dramatic skylight acts as the focal point, offset by a contrasting vintage-style chandelier. A surprising berber or jute carpet adds energy with warm tones that contrast the soft gray walls."

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"9. Art gallery. Dark floors and tan walls provide a backdrop that allows the artwork to stand out."

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