Expensive homes don’t feel different because of the furniture or artwork — it’s the details that make the biggest difference. Nothing is overlooked. This hallway originally felt very builder-grade, but with a few intentional upgrades we were able to completely change how it feels without replacing anything major. Here’s exactly what we did 👇 1️⃣ Updated the doors & trim Instead of replacing the doors, we kept the originals and added more character with updated casing. Then everything was painted Sherwin-Williams Dovetail in Emerald Enamel for a durable, furniture-like finish. 2️⃣ Defined the space with color Painting the doors and casings the same color creates contrast and makes the hallway feel more architectural. Btw if you paint the casing, you don’t have to paint the baseboards and crown too! 3️⃣ Added peek & stick wallpaper from Amazon for texture A simple wallpaper instantly gives the space pattern and depth so it doesn’t feel like a pass-through hallway anymore. 4️⃣ Upgraded the hardware Switching to brass hardware adds warmth and ties the details together. 5️⃣ Added layered lighting The area felt dim, so I installed a cordless wall sconce. Now the space feels intentional and well lit without needing to run new wiring. The trim is Sherwin-Williams Alabaster, which keeps everything light and balanced against the darker doors. ✨ Total cost for this hallway upgrade was around $500. buildergrade buildergradehome diyhomeupgrade hallwaymakeover timelesshome LTKHome