01Classic round arch
A semicircular arch at the hallway entrance.
Hallway arch designs: 11 modern ideas
Arches that soften passages and add architectural charm to a home.
Hallway arch designs turn plain passages into a feature. An arch at the end of a corridor or between rooms softens straight lines and adds a sense of architecture that flat openings lack.
Here are 11 modern arch ideas for home interiors.
02Series of arches
Repeated arches along a long corridor.
Flat-top arch with rounded corners
03Flat-top arch with rounded corners
A modern, softer variation.
Arch with wooden trim
04Arch with wooden frame
A wooden trim outlines the arch.
Lit arched niche in a hallway
05Arched niche
Arched niches with lights for decor.
Lime-plaster arch
06Textured lime-plaster arch
A handmade, earthy texture.
Arch with built-in bookshelves
07Arch with bookshelves
Shelves built into the arch's thickness.
08Room arch design
An arch between living and dining.
Arched mirror at the end of a hallway
09Arched mirror at the end
A tall arched mirror at the corridor's end.
Painted arch outline in a hallway
10Painted arch outline
Paint an arch shape for a low-cost effect.
Arch with jaali in the curve
11Arch with jaali infill
A jaali panel in the arch's curve.
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How to add arches inside a home
- Gypsum frames create arches in existing openings without breaking walls.
- Structural check before widening any opening.
- Proportions: wide, shallow arches for low ceilings.
- Repeat curves in mirrors, furniture or lights.
- Lighting: wall lights inside arches add depth.
Materials and rough cost factors
- Gypsum arches are most affordable.
- Wood trims and finishes.
- Lime plaster costs more than paint.
- Civil changes cost most.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Can I add an arch to a flat without breaking walls?
Yes, by building a gypsum or ply arch frame inside an existing opening.
Do arches suit modern homes?
Yes. Flat-top arches with rounded corners look very contemporary.
What is the cost of adding an arch?
Gypsum arches are affordable; structural changes cost more. We give an itemised quote after a free site visit.
Where can I use arches in a home?
Hallway entrances, between living and dining, niches, mirrors and doorways.
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