What to make a room partition from?
Materials used for the manufacture of decorative partitions.
Plasterboard
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Photos of plasterboard partitions
With the help of drywall, you can bring almost any design fantasy to life. Models made from gypsum plasterboard are easy to install and dismantle and are relatively light in weight.
Glass
They create a fairly clear demarcation and at the same time preserve the usable area as much as possible, do not make the space heavier or smaller, maintaining a feeling of openness in it.
The photo shows a decorative glass partition with geometric patterns, separating the area with the bed from the guest area.
Plaster
They allow you to easily change the configuration of the room, change its functionality and create a completely different atmosphere.
Metal
They have a distinctly discreet and slightly rough appearance, they are the personification of practicality and reliability and create a fairly modern and stylish design, especially suitable for styles such as loft, modernism and hi-tech.
Plastic (PVC)
Lightweight and inexpensive decorative models made of plastic not only have many useful characteristics, but also provide an excellent opportunity to arrange your living space with special comfort.
The photo shows the interior of a modern studio with zoning in the form of a decorative white plastic partition.
Brick
Heavy brick structures have high strength and sound insulation properties. Brick is ideal for creating permanent walls as partitions.
Wooden
Decorative wooden models go well with any stylistic solution and become a truly exquisite interior decoration.
- MDF. This material is an excellent option for creating partitions that will undoubtedly become the central element of any room, for example, an attic in a wooden house or a city studio apartment.
- Plywood. Plywood products are considered the most optimal; they have a high level of sound insulation, moisture resistance and environmental friendliness.
- Rack and pinion. With the help of different arrangements of slats of any height and format, it turns out not only to zone the room, but also to set the required amount of light transmitted into the fenced off area.
The photo shows a decorative wooden partition located between the kitchen and hallway.
Partition elements made of boards or wood are quite popular, very beautiful and at the same time elegant interior design.
Fabric
They will be an excellent alternative for replacing boring walls. Textiles provide the opportunity to realize the most daring design ideas without high costs.
The photo shows a sleeping area separated from the living room with fabric curtains.
Making decorative elements with your own hands
You can make partitions yourself, but without the right tools it will be extremely difficult. The simplest material for making a decorative element is plasterboard. As an example, let’s look at the procedure for creating a stationary partition to divide space into zones.
- Marking. A plasterboard profile up to 5 cm wide is laid on the floor and then outlined with chalk. The workpiece is attached at a distance of one cm from the outlined line;
- In the same way, markings for racks are carried out;
- The profile, about 2 m high, is fixed to the wall using self-tapping screws;
- Temporary jumpers are marked for further installation of shelves;
- The frame of the proposed design is sewn up (a width of up to 25 cm is recommended). To do this, whole sheets of drywall are carefully trimmed on each side. The remains will then be used for cladding the ends;
- The perforated corner is fixed using a stapler;
- Finishing is carried out in two stages: reinforcing, then finishing.
You can make this decor yourself.
Subsequently, the finished partition structure can be decorated at your discretion.
Unusual luminous screen made of branches and garland
Shapes of partitions
Original forms of zoning models.
Radial
Thanks to the smoothed corners and smooth transition of lines, these radius designs bring a special zest to the interior and give it non-standard shapes.
The photo shows a decorative semicircular wooden partition separating the dining area.
Rectangular
With the help of such a universal and democratic form, which has a simple and elegant appearance, it is possible to zone the room in the most rational and correct way.
Arched
It is an original architectural structure, which is an aesthetic and artistic design that gives the atmosphere space, sophistication and comfort.
Curly
Various curvilinear, oblique, wavy or fancy crescent-shaped shapes, due to their stylish and effective execution, allow you to create an extravagant and slightly provocative design.
Ladder
Thanks to this complete and structurally simple form, it is possible to advantageously emphasize the style of the interior and give it incredible comfort.
In the photo there is a partition rack in the bedroom interior.
General rules for zoning space
To properly divide the space, you need to take into account both the wishes of the owners, who should feel comfortable in their home, and the design rules. This will allow you to create a suitable design in your apartment or house.
Relevance for the chosen interior style
A room divided into zones remains a single space. Therefore, a combination of different areas is needed. For example, decorating a work area (office) in a minimalist style is inappropriate if the interior of a bedroom or living room is designed in classicism.
The designer’s task is to maintain two zones in the same style, and not to separate them.
To visually perceive 2 functional zones as different spaces, zoning can be done using a color scheme. For example, avoid duplicating the color of the kitchen with the shade of a soft corner or chest of drawers. However, the tones must be in harmony with each other. Thus, dark tiles in the kitchen and light laminate in the hallway require similar colors for furniture and other accessories, incl. paintings, pots for indoor plants, etc.
Taking into account the area and shape of the room
Corner apartments with several window openings are well suited for zoning space. However, even a small studio with proper arrangement of furniture and installation of partitions will become a comfortable place to live.
If the room is elongated in shape and resembles a rectangle, it is not recommended to divide it into zones along the walls, leaving a narrow passage in the middle. Otherwise, the home will resemble offices in government agencies. In the design of a rectangular room, a shelving unit in the middle or a podium looks good.
Availability of free space
To avoid the room resembling an office, it is better to leave a distance of at least 70 cm for passage between the arranged furniture and the zones themselves. Moreover, if the apartment has hinged wardrobes, the indicator should be increased.
When zoning studios, designers prefer minimalist built-in furniture.
Emphasizing the center of the room
Emphasizing the center of the room is applicable regardless of the room and is suitable for the design of each designated area. For example, you can use decorative furniture, shelves, carpets, etc. A good way is to place a table with a glass surface in an area intended for relaxation.
Light source
Often, when a small apartment is zoned and there are no panoramic windows, the room becomes dark and uncomfortable. To avoid discomfort, additional light sources are used: built-in LEDs, sconces, table lamps, etc.
Compact storage
After zoning, the space is either thought out in such a way that there is no free space for other ideas, or it often turns out to be overloaded with furniture and decor. Therefore, for storing things it is better to provide cabinets, mezzanines, chests of drawers, etc., so as not to violate the integrity of the interior with hangers and shelves.
Interior partition design
Design ideas for interior decorative partitions.
Transparent
They have a beautiful, elegant and weightless appearance and allow the light flux to freely penetrate into the separated space, making it lighter and visually more spacious.
Openwork (carved)
Openwork decorative models can have many luxurious miniature details or lace elements that will undoubtedly attract attention. With the help of carved products it is great to decorate a room with any style.
The photo shows a children's room with a decorative openwork partition located between the beds.
With a niche or opening
Recesses in the form of niches with lamps or through openings will be an excellent and quite relevant option for a small room, as they will help create a feeling of additional space in it.
Forged
They have an expensive, spectacular and very stylish look. Forged structures, despite their massiveness, look airy, light and do not overload the room.
Stained glass
Glass canvases, decorated with creative stained glass designs and patterns, become a real interior art object, dilute a boring design and make it much more beautiful and richer.
Rear partition
Models with 3D effect look really amazing. They can have different appearance, design and style, which allows you to harmoniously decorate any interior and thereby give it elegance and subtle taste.
Mirror
They easily transform the space, giving it additional volume and spaciousness. The mirror surface has not only decorative, but also practical functions and places accents in the room in a completely new way.
Floating
It perfectly transmits light into the space, makes it more open, spacious and gives the room the most free look.
Ergonomic wall
Partitions, which designers call functional or ergonomic, can be with shelving, bookshelves, and on the kitchen side they can accommodate shelves for dishes.
Sometimes artificial lights are simply placed in the partitions, which serve not only to please the eye, but can also be useful as additional light.
Original ideas for partitions
Various unusual options for decorative zoning models perfectly organize the space and become its worthy decoration, creating a truly unusual atmosphere.
- Bamboo.
- Plants.
- Furniture items.
- Fireplaces.
- Aquariums.
Original and creative products allow you to emphasize the originality of the interior and give the atmosphere a certain non-standardity that goes beyond the established rules.
The photo shows a decorative wooden partition with living plants separating the living area.
For 1 person
A simple way to delimit a room occupied by one person is to use lighting, wallpaper and furniture placement. The room where the resident spends a lot of time is often used for different purposes.
Here it is enough to distinguish three zones:
- kitchen;
- living room;
- bedroom
The space does not have to be fenced; it is enough to mark it decoratively.
The cooking area is sometimes separated by a bar counter. To designate a sleeping place, podiums are often arranged, and a high structure is used for storing things. A multi-level or low podium is highlighted with lighting.
There are many options for delimiting the space of a frequently used room:
- decorative;
- stationary;
- sliding;
- hanging.
To zone a living room, several types of partitions are often used. It is easy to separate the kitchen with a structure made of glass or plasterboard, and use modular screens as a temporary fence for any area.
What style should you decorate the room in?
Design of decorative partitions in popular style directions.
Loft
Stationary, sliding or hinged structures, with strict geometric shapes, brick, wood, metal and glass models, thanks to their natural color and texture, will perfectly emphasize the character of the loft and create an industrial effect in it.
The photo shows a one-room loft-style apartment with zoning in the form of a decorative sliding partition made of metal and glass.
Minimalism
For a minimalist design, simple and laconic products that do not draw attention to themselves would be appropriate. Decorative sliding or stationary partitions made of aluminum profiles, plasterboard, chipboard, glass or mirrors without unnecessary decoration will organically integrate into the overall design.
Modern
Self-expressing, direct and functional modern style involves zoning in the form of solid and massive structures, mobile screens, light curtains, through shelving or glass partitions.
Provence
Products made of natural wood with a worn effect, zoning elements in pastel, soft and muted colors, decorative screens, classic arches, textile curtains or wooden grilles traditional for the Provençal style will create a calm, cozy, but at the same time interestingly intriguing atmosphere.
Classic
For an elegant classic style, symmetrical and laconic designs made from natural materials, carved or stained glass models, cabinets, false walls with a built-in fireplace, an aquarium, or expensive and beautiful curtains would be appropriate.
Eco style
Eco-friendly bamboo stems, branches, wood or chipboard structures in warm natural shades, linen, chintz curtains or matting fabrics, living plant false walls made of green grass or moss will harmoniously emphasize the naturalism and naturalness of eco-design.
Japanese
Quite often in the Japanese style, decorative screens made of bamboo, straw, reeds or rice paper are used, creating an interesting play of penumbra, openwork partitions with ornamental carved patterns, or sliding models that allow you to create a very mobile layout. Such zoning elements look quite authentic and organic.
Design and decor
Glass partitions are not only a functional element, but also a full-fledged decorative accessory. Glass is easily subject to additional processing, so the decor of the partitions can be chosen to suit your taste.
Clear glass
The simplest and most common option is ordinary transparent glass. Thin, weightless and graceful canvases create symbolic boundaries of different functional areas. This is a popular trend in all futuristic and technological styles.
Frosted glass
Depending on the processing method, the light transmittance of frosted glass varies between 15-75%. They provide something that transparent partitions cannot: the effect of privacy. Therefore, they can be used even in a bedroom or a combined bathroom.
Tinted glass
Glass tinting has two main functions: it filters out too much light and can be a stand-alone color accent. Tinting does not have to be black - orange, red, blue and green look bold and extravagant. And you will certainly appreciate the classic ones if you live in a sunny, hot area or in a house with windows facing south.
Opaque designs
The classic matte and tinted coating does not provide complete privacy, but special processing makes it possible to make the partitions completely opaque. This can be filming, sandblasting or chemical etching.
Fluted glass
These are textured partitions with embossed elements, stripes, ribs or waves. Such glass is usually thicker than simple transparent glass, but it creates an interesting play of light due to its refraction along the relief surface. It is precisely these inserts that are still often mounted in interior doors.
Pasting with film
The choice of films for glass is huge and varied, from invisible shockproof coating to matting films. There are also films with different designs, ornaments, and logos. The main advantage of this decor is its simplicity, because you can paste over the partition at home yourself.
Stained glass and mosaics
Complex artistic stained glass and mosaic partitions are a luxurious decorative element. Even factory-made, they are more expensive, not to mention handmade. But such an interior will definitely be luxurious and individual, especially in elaborate classical styles.
Sandblasting
The smooth transparent surface of the glass is processed with a special sandblasting machine. Abrasive particles under pressure create ornaments and entire pictures against the background, and the design can be anything.
Glass and other materials
In complex decorative designs, glass segments are harmoniously combined with other materials. For example, with valuable wood or metal inserts, with artificial stone, epoxy resin and any other decorative compositions.
Desktop or mobile?
The construction of a permanent partition requires thought. The construction of a permanent structure for zoning a room is not always justified, and during installation and dismantling, the integrity of the coatings on the floor, ceiling and walls is compromised. Frame fencing is made in the form of a frame filled with material, for example, plasterboard.
For lovers of open spaces, it is better to get a mobile screen.
Advantages of mobile structures:
- compact dimensions;
- low price;
- the ability to close any area when guests arrive: kitchen, bathroom or children's room.
Using a screen does not protect against extraneous sounds, unpleasant odors or moisture penetration. To ensure greater privacy, it is better to install a mobile structure mounted on casters.
The screen will take up a minimum of space, but will 100% fulfill the function of delimiting the room.
Materials
A wide range of interior partitions means that various materials are used for their production. Among them there are both natural and artificial materials that help divide the space. Materials used for the production of interior partitions:
- Drywall is a simple and inexpensive design, popular among domestic buyers.
- Plexiglas. With the help of such partitions you can not only divide the space, but also emphasize the interior; in addition, a transparent partition will visually enlarge the space and make it more airy.
- Natural wood.
- Plastic partitions.
- Mirror partitions.
Sliding or folding?
Folding or sliding space dividers are a convenient option for partitions; such a design can be easily folded or pushed in when not needed. Pieces of furniture, for example, a closet or shelving, can also delimit a room.
Sliding partitions simultaneously perform the functions of doors and walls. A sliding door-like structure or a book-folding structure performs the task of visual zoning of the room, and a ceiling-high fence muffles sounds.
A sliding partition takes up minimal space, divides the space and creates a functional interior. Using glass sliding doors, you can highlight a sleeping area in the living room or an office located in the room. Such partitions are distinguished by increased sound insulation properties, are strong and durable.
Solid or perforated?
Solid partitions are installed permanently and attached to the surface of the ceiling and floor, which helps to achieve heat and sound insulation. Durable structures are made to any size, and the design depends on the wishes of the apartment owner.
Perforated products are a universal way to solve various design problems . “Transparent” partitions do not block the penetration of light. The design helps to zone the space without losing precious space, while providing additional surfaces for mounting a TV or mirror.
Perforated fencing is a typical way to decorate a room, especially in combination with 3D panels of a similar design.
Common options
A permanent permanent fence replaces the wall, demarcating the room. By installing such a partition, the apartment owner gets more interior design options.
The traditional material for walls and partitions in houses and apartments is brick. The width of the partition varies and depends on the method of laying the material. The structure can hardly be called a false wall. This option is suitable for permanent partitions. “Bare” brickwork is suitable for a loft style.
It is important to choose the right type of bricks for constructing the structure. It is better to use solid, hollow or ceramic material.
Distinctive features of brick construction include:
- strength;
- fire resistance;
- ease of installation;
- availability of material;
- reliability and durability.
Decorative designs include:
- Partition screens, screens made of wood with a pattern on the surface.
- Racks are functional products that allow you to place additional items in niches and drawers.
- Fireplaces are a popular option that allows you to install a fire source in the structure.
- Lace designs are sophisticated barriers that add lightness to the interior.
- Combined partitions are a functional option that includes storage space, work surfaces and built-in appliances.
For visual zoning of space, you should not install heavy stationary partitions, and if there is space and appropriate room parameters, a brick structure will be the best choice.
