Hallway lights are very important from the functional point of view but they are great design elements too.
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An effective way of lighting a hallway, and one of the most obvious way, are sleek wall lights. They make a great addition to a minimalist space with clear lines, walls that are not crowded and without too many furniture. They can be used to draw attention to hanging artwork but they will work well on empty walls as well. You may choose from hundreds of different designs so you can find pieces that fit your space perfectly, be it a modern one or a more traditional one.
Mirrors are great design element used to visually enlarge any space and designers use them far and wide. But now we have their main functionality: To reflect the light. And this is a great way to make a dark hallway brighter. Mirrors have another interesting characteristic: you can use the design that totally fits the existing hallway, or you may do something really different and add both the light and a focal point in one move. Make it as big as the wall allows and you'll be surprised how great the hallway will look like.
You can choose a dramatic chandelier if you want to make the most of a hallway that has high ceilings and a grand staircase. If you have such space you should think about that because it will make your hallway great. The point here is to chose a traditional chandelier which is big enough, on the verge to be too big, to achieve the great effect. This kind of hallway just calls for a great chandelier but if you want something modern go for it, just keep it big.
When it comes to lighting a hallway you should think about functionality and the atmosphere. You want to have enough light and you can look to create a specific atmosphere you like. That two can go together. You can place a wall lamp that serves as a main light source and add a table lamp on specific places to create the atmosphere of a more inviting place but it will also serve as a light source for smaller areas. You can combine different styles to get a great hallway nobody else has. ■
