If you have the space on the opposing side, adding a sleek console table with sculptural objects, antique trinkets or a table lamp can add dimension to the overall flow and allow for additional design creativity without crowding the space.' 5. 'You can also complement the gallery wall, and your hallway, with other decor that is more subtle yet functional. As long as all the pieces share some common colors and visual motifs in terms of the art itself, it will look cohesive.'
Every piece doesn’t have to be the same, in fact, it often looks more aesthetically pleasing when they’re not. This is a time to play with shapes, sizes and frames. When it comes to choosing the art, variation is the most important component. If you are decorating a narrow hallway, or you are squeezed for space, gallery walls are a great way to add in plenty of personality without taking up any square footage.ĭesigner Kathy Kuo says, 'One of my favorite ways to spruce up the hallway is by creating a gallery wall - not to mention it adds personality and doesn’t take up any floor space.
