17 meters, even if they are square, not the mosta large area to turn around. Such a hall not only does not allow to host a large number of guests, but the owners do not always give an opportunity to realize bold fantasies for the interior transformation. But if you carefully think about the placement of furniture and color solutions in the finish, then the room will not only have a functional space, but also a harmonious aesthetics. 
In order to visually expand the roomit is necessary to use multifunctional furniture. Hall - the card of the apartment, but when its area does not exceed 20 sq. M, in its design, in addition to its own taste and intuition, it is important to take into account the rules and recommendations of professionals. Even a very small room can be made convenient for everyday life and visually expand the space, if you listen to some practical advice:
- compliance with the unity of style and type of materials for decoration;
- refusal of unnecessary items of furniture;
- use of multifunctional furniture;
- maximum use of vertical areas.
How to design a small room?
In this case, you should abandon the contrast andbright colors, no matter how original their application might seem. The predominance of light and warm tones in the design will not only visually increase the room, but also create a calm, not tiring eyes. This does not mean that the use of cold shades of blue or green is not applicable. The walls of the hall, painted in light versions of this color, will optically look more distant. But this will make the room less cozy, although it will add freshness and spaciousness to it. The design of the hall of a small size will be most correctly executed in a minimalist style. 
The design of a small hall is recommended inminimalist style. This means the predominance of light tones, which can be supplemented by dark colors, suitable for them in terms of color. As a background, shades of beige, sandy or white usually appear, and they are supplemented by inclusions of dark color: gray, brown or chocolate. In this case, the walls can have a different color solution. Visually, the ceiling can be lifted using a lighter finish than on the walls. Ideal option is to install a tensioning structure with a muted frosted luster. It is not recommended to apply multi-level gypsum plasterboard ceilings, which will take away part of the area near the hall, and massive chandeliers. Small spotlights will create good lighting and slightly increase the height of the room. Floor cover for the hall can be any, but it is best for this purpose suitable laminate flooring or a parquet board of light tone. The diagonal way of laying boards will contribute to the effect of expanding the space and decorate the situation with an unusual appearance. Especially good this floor will look like in a square room. Thinking over the design project of the interior of the hall, do not forget that in the first place, the needs of all members of the family should be taken into account. Even the most beautiful environment will not please, if the occupants of the apartment do not have enough comfort.
