Arches in the hallway

The use of arches in the interior is a rather popular idea. They can perform a functional and decorative role. The arches in the hallway meet guests, creating a certain impression from the threshold.

While planning the design, it is worth finding out what role this or that object will play in the interior. The arch in the hallway can have several functions:

• original interior element. This design may look unusual if you create a non-standard design using lighting, carving, ornaments or other additional decor;
• zoning tool. The apartments can be quite large hallways, which are better divided into functional areas. The arch in this case will serve as a clear boundary, but it will look less cumbersome than the door;
• way to adjust the space. The corridor does not always have a good layout, but this can be visually corrected.The arch with rounded corners will help to extend the narrow hallway, and the round shape will improve the look of the room with low ceilings.

The classic version of the design - is a passage with a rounded top. But curly arches with unusual openings can make the room more interesting. There are some of the most popular options:

• an asymmetrical aperture or semi-arch is a bold solution for interiors made in one of the modern styles. Such arches are often created with the help of drywall, since from it you can make a variety of forms, it is easy to process;
• a completely round and large upper part is characteristic of historical styles, for example, Baroque;
• The oval arch has a smooth rounding at the top and expands at the bottom. This shape of the passage goes well with various niches or shelves that can be placed on the sides;

• the traditional style is a rectangle with rounded corners, this option is suitable for a classic design, it resembles an ordinary doorway, but it is the easiest to make it;
• The use of an arched ensemble — several arches that follow each other — looks unusual. This option is decorative and is only suitable for large rooms with high ceilings, but it looks really impressive.

It is possible to make an arch from different materials, choosing an option that has the necessary properties, for example, with increased resistance to moisture. Offers from building stores are quite diverse:

• The most popular is drywall. It is easy to work with him, curly shapes can be cut out of it, it is durable and stable. Among the different varieties there are both ordinary and inexpensive material, and moisture-resistant and fire-resistant brands;
• Fiberboard is also often purchased. These are the plates pressed from chips - waste of the woodworking industry. Due to this origin, the material is afraid of moisture, and it is also less durable than drywall, but it is cheaper;
• Plastic is available, and stores often provide an opportunity to order the necessary colors that fit the design of the room. However, not every interior style will allow plastic elements to be inscribed; in addition, the material may crack from a strong load;
• Gypsum arches require long and hard work, but the result is worth it, the finished design looks impressive and does not require additional decoration due to the relief details present. In addition, gypsum can be given almost any shape, creating elements and decorations from it, so nothing restricts imagination;
• The most expensive option is natural wood. However, the price justifies itself - the tree looks luxurious and has a long service life with proper care.

Historical trends require the use of natural wood or gypsum, and plastic can be added to modern ones.

The arch can be made independently. It is easy to work with drywall or fiberboard, and even a newbie in construction will be able to deal with such a task.In some cases, the construction of drywall can be attached, almost without destroying the existing doorway. If you plan to use complex and expensive materials, it is better to entrust the work to a professional.

Since the arch is located between two rooms, for example, a hallway and a hall, it must be organically combined with the surrounding space. This should be considered when choosing a design and decor. Decorate the arch in different ways:

• trim cut. The use of glass mosaics, imitation of masonry, stained glass or even ordinary decorative plaster, which can also give a beautiful look, looks original. This way you can cut and frame;
• backlight. It is easy to install spotlights in the drywall arch, which will create original lighting and a cozy atmosphere. You can use a simpler solution - LED strip, which also looks interesting and impressive. An unusual solution - lamps in the form of candlesticks or lanterns, which are well combined with the design in the form of masonry;
• niches and shelves.Such elements will not only make the arch unusual, but also add practicality to it - you can use them to store any things.

They can be fixed in special frames both in the arch, and nearby, on the walls. This not only looks nonstandard, but also helps to solve the problem of limited space. Mirrors will visually increase the narrow corridor, and also due to the reflected light glares will make a small room without windows lighter and more spacious. The main thing - to choose the right lighting to achieve this effect.

The use of additional decor gives the arch originality and allows you to create a harmonious atmosphere in the room. If the space is small or the presence of some elements seems inappropriate, then you can do with more simple options. This finish does not take up much space, but it will look quite decent.

The easiest way is to paste over the arch with wallpaper, if it is made of drywall. It is enough to choose a suitable color and pattern so that the design looks good in the interior. Wallpapers wear out pretty quickly, but easy to replace.Also for the hallway it is better to choose such options that can be washed, and if possible not to use very light shades - such a coating will quickly lose its appearance.

Another simple finish option is painting. This arch looks stylish, in the spirit of minimalism, if you choose the right shade. The coating can always be updated if it loses its appearance or wants to change the color. Before applying the surface will need to prepare using a special primer, so the paint consumption will be less.

You can move away from the standard, which involves the creation of arches only in doorways, and make unusual arched niches in the walls, provide them with lighting and decor. For a large hallway, this solution will be very original, it is also suitable for other rooms in which there is enough free space.

Characteristic feature of the arch - universality of a design. It can be inscribed in absolutely any style of interior, from historical to cutting-edge.It is only necessary to give it the appropriate appearance so that the opening is combined with the design of the room. A functional and beautiful arch will be an excellent design solution.

How the arch in an interior of a hall will look actually, look further.