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Sara Hesikova

How to make your rental hallway look expensive – add colour, storage and style without breaking the bank

A hallway with a hard wood floor covered with a scalloped jute runner rug.

If you are a renter like myself then you’ve probably come across the same frustrating issues when trying to make the space your own, but within the constraints of the lease terms. Given the often challenging dimensions and features, hallways may seem like a difficult area to decorate, but it's well worth the effort when you end up with an inviting and sophisticated space you love coming home to. So here's how to make your rental hallway look expensive and make every homecoming a little better.

'Your choice of hallway ideas is important as it's the first place that guests see, so elevating its overall appearance is an easy way to make your home feel more welcoming and inviting, even if you live in a rental property and don’t have an enormous budget,’ says Lucy Mather, interiors expert at Arighi Bianchi. ‘It’s all about creativity and picking the right accessories to elevate the space with non-permanent changes.’

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