An undervalued space that transforms your Home: The Corridor
The corridor is one of the most undervalued elements in residential architecture.
Often considered a simple transit space, corridors actually have a fascinating history and great potential as architectural elements.
Historical Evolution: From Absent to Essential
In ancient Roman Domus, corridors as we understand them today simply didn’t exist: dwellings were organized into rooms that communicated directly with each other.
The atrium and peristyle served as central distributive spaces around which other rooms were organized.
It was during the Renaissance that this architectural element began to take clearer shape: noble residences gradually introduced dedicated passages to connect distant rooms, ensuring privacy and creating more elaborate spatial hierarchies.
But it was in 18th and 19th century architecture that the corridor became a standard element of residential design, defining a model that has survived until today.
Rethinking the Corridor
Rethinking the corridor means transforming it from a simple transit area into a dynamic and multifunctional space:
Storage Space
In an era where space optimization is crucial, corridors offer valuable potential: full-height bookcases, wall closets, or niches contribute to home organization without sacrificing surfaces in the main rooms.
Personal Exhibition Gallery
Corridors are perfect for displaying artwork, family photographs, or decorative elements, also creating dynamism in the transition from one environment to another.
Architectural Design Element
A well-designed corridor can become a true architectural protagonist, playing with lighting, materials, and perspectives.
Corridors in Sustainable Building
In sustainable architecture, corridors can be strategically designed to optimize natural ventilation.
Similarly, corridors with openings to the outside or skylights can maximize natural light input, reducing energy consumption.
Our Approach
Whether it’s about harnessing natural light, integrating custom storage systems, or creating personalized exhibition spaces, our goal is to transform the corridor from a service space into a protagonist of the living experience.
Are you rethinking your home spaces and want to transform your corridors into functional and design environments?
Contact us for a personalized consultation!
