Interior and Living Areas

Hallway Design

Open plan designs often include shorter hallways, which is preferable for ease of movement. For best results, plan for additional hallway width at a minimum of 42 inches to best accommodate a variety of life stages. This allows easy passage especially for anyone using mobility or medical equipment. Wide hallways also provide easy movement of furniture and new appliances.

Cost
$$$ $
Difficulty
Medium

Altering hallway width may involve moving or eliminating structural walls, so plan accordingly. Modifying hallways also tends to affect most / all of the adjacent rooms, which can make a simple renovation much more challenging.