Painting the outside and leaving the insides timber can look effective, like this one in a project by Jo Berryman Studio. Where do you store shoes in a narrow hallway?

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Organize your family's shoes in such a way that it becomes an integral part of your life and home design, and ensures the storage is actually used by the family,' says Emily Murray, founder, The Pink House. 'Location is key - too far from the where the shoes are removed and they’re unlikely to be stored. And don’t underestimate the amount of storage space you’ll need, especially if you have kids; my sons now have feet as big as mine!A console or bench with built-in cupboard storage underneath, that can be accessed from the front rather than the top is often the best solution for where to store shoes in narrow hallway. You can then sit on the bench whilst accessing the storage below. Shoes can also be stored on pegs inside narrow cupboards which works well for kids shoes and wellies,' says Caroline Milns, interior designer, Zulufish. What is the best way to store shoes in a small place? Vintage post office sorting cabinets, or those that are similar can make a great place for storing shoes, as they tend to be shallow in depth with plenty of pigeon holes. A shoe cupboard fits many practical advantages in a very small space. And to be even more space-efficient, you can choose a cabinet that isn’t very deep. That way, you get the extra storage and can still move freely through your hallway.

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If you have an amazing collection of sneakers or boots, you don’t want to hide them. You want to show them off!Storage & organisation Furniture Textiles Kitchenware & tableware Kitchens Lighting Decoration Rugs, mats & flooring Beds & mattresses Baby & children Smart home Bathroom products Laundry & cleaning Plants & plant pots Home electronics Home improvement Outdoor living Food & beverages Christmas Shop Shop by room When working with narrow hallways, you have to carefully think about storage in the planning stages and make sure to use every nook and cranny,' says Katie Glaister, co-founder, K&H Design. When coming home after a long day, the last thing you want is to stumble over the entire family's shoe collection. Sneakers, soccer shoes, boots, and more all fight for the same space, and it’s not a pretty sight.