Partition in the room: glass, decorative and other types, photo examples

The partition in the room helps to rationally use the free area, to divide the room into several separate functional zones. The decorative wall is suitable for small studio apartments and spacious apartments. Decorative partitions for zoning space in a room are made of various materials, installed in residential and non-residential premises. They differ in size, design, texture, color, place of installation.

The partition is an excellent possibility of dividing a room into parts without major repairs

Advantages and disadvantages

Pros of partitions:

1. Zoning a room into two or three zones.
2. A light and free space remains when using structures with good flow capacity.
3. Budgetary cost for consumables and construction.
4. The ability to transform the interior at low cost.

Flaws:

1. Choosing the wrong installation location clutters up the space.
2. It is difficult to divide non-standard premises into proportional areas. Such "islands" further emphasize the weaknesses of the layout.
3. Solid structures in a darkened room deprive it of space and light.
4. Poor soundproofing between different areas.

Room partitions in the apartment are installed as needed. When marking out the premises, a reasonable balance is observed in dividing the free area. The artificially created wall carries a functional or aesthetic load.

Rack-partition clearly delineates isolated areas without obscuring the space of the room

Where are partitions installed?

Most often, zoning is used by owners of open-plan apartments. There are no internal walls in new buildings. The concrete box allows you to create and adjust the space to the needs of future residents. One continuous room must be "divided" into functional "islands". There are several popular types of zonal space division.

Lightweight decorative partition can be installed wherever there is such a need

Living room

The living room occupies most of the area and is used by all household members. The atmosphere of home comfort and relaxation reigns here, which can be disturbed by the neighborhood with adjoining zones. Near the hall there is an entrance hall, a kitchen, a dining room.

Partition with built-in wardrobes between the hallway and the living room in a studio apartment

A decorative partition for zoning the main room of an apartment is used to combine the hall with one of the following zones:

• kitchen;
• bedroom;
• children's;
• study.

Having chosen the desired option, they select the appropriate type of partition. There is a stationary, transformable, mobile, dull, light-transmitting wall.

Sheer partition separating the seating area from the rest of the living room

Bedroom

A partition in the bedroom separates the secluded recreation area from the hall and bathroom. Here, a solid stationary partition, a screen and another mobile version of the wall are used. A win-win choice is a partition with niches for storing clothes and home textiles, which fully replaces a wardrobe.

Sliding partition separating the sleeping area from the living area

Kitchen

The partition is placed between the kitchen and the living room, and also separates the working area from the dining area. In the latter case, two different ones are obtained from one room: for the preparation of dishes and their use. Quite often, a dining set is installed at the border of the living room and the kitchen, or the dining group is completely transferred to the hall.

Stylish partition dividing the kitchen-living room into functional areas

Children

From the age of three, children need their own room. They can allocate part of the total area by installing a partition in the living room. In this case, the child will receive even a small corner, but he will have his own room at his disposal. Also, the partition is installed in a spacious nursery. Thus, the recreation area is separated from the place of active games, studies and classes.

A practical solution would be to divide the children's room with functional furniture.

Whatever goal you pursue, in any case, you do not need to build a capital wall, install an interior door. The idea of ​​fundamental zoning through partitions is changing the design of residential and office spaces. This method is preferred by most people.

Views

Decorative walls are distinguished by functionality and type of filling. There are several popular options, each with strengths and weaknesses.

Swivel divider with shelves for storing books and space for a TV

Furniture partitions

The wall acts as a barrier and replaces various furniture. Most often they buy a partition made in the form of:

• shelving;
• one-sided, two-sided cabinet;
• wardrobe with sliding system.

This type of product is rectilinear, angular, trapezoidal, L-shaped. Internal filling of cabinets is made to order. In a complex design, there is an open and closed shelf, a niche, a pull-out basket and more. The storage system is selected according to the intended use and future location in the apartment.

A large sliding wardrobe is an almost finished partition

An open rack may well act as a decorative partition

Fishnet

Wrought iron and carved screens add zest to the decor of the room. The interior barrier is made of iron, wood, plywood, MDF. A wooden screen is used more often. They fell in love with him for his beautiful and unusual pattern. Manufacturers offer openwork partitions for every taste. They are decorated with floral and floral motifs, strict geometric shapes, abstract paintings, ornate monograms. The design of the product is selected according to the style of the interior.

A sliding partition with an openwork decor will allow you to quickly find yourself in a secluded space, if necessary

Before you decide to order or make a partition in the room, choose a place for its installation. The openwork barrier can be mobile, stationary, sliding, folding.

Decorative

The broad category covers stationary and mobile screens used for interior decoration. Glass, mirror or plastic louvered barriers perform an aesthetic function and fit into the design of the living space.

The accordion partition divides the room into zones and can be easily folded if necessary

So, a glass partition in a room is installed in addition to a loft, minimalism, hi-tech, contemporary and other ultra-modern designs. It is used in rooms with poor lighting.

Mirrored walls are chosen to create an optical illusion that visually expands narrow and small rooms.

Decorative illumination built into the mirrored partition multiplies the optical illusion

Louvered screens fill the rooms with exquisite charm. But vertical blinds are more functional designs. They are used in residential and office premises, they are mobile and easy to use. The lamellas can overlap or stand on an edge. Due to this, they open or close the view, adjust the illumination.

Louvered partition as a bright accent in the living room

An aquarium built into the partition is a great idea for zoning a kitchen-living room

What are partitions made of?

The strength of the structure, the reliability of its fastening, massiveness and service life depend on the material of manufacture.

• Drywall. A versatile facing material is used for the manufacture of complex structures. It lends itself to plastering, suitable for various finishing works. Plasterboard will be needed to make a partition with shelves or a built-in niche for a false fireplace. It is also necessary when a stretch ceiling is installed in the room.
  

  Homemade plasterboard partition with spectacular illumination of decorative niches

• Glass. The main advantage of glass screens is excellent light transmission, the disadvantage is fragility. Glass partitions are made in a stationary or sliding version, in the form of a solid sheet or glass blocks. This material goes well with wood, metal, plastic. With careful handling, the decorative screen will last for several decades without losing its appearance.
  

  A glass partition on a metal frame is an excellent solution for zoning space in a studio apartment

• Wood. Screens are made of natural wood, chipboard, oriented strand board (OSB). Stationary, folding, mobile structures are made of wood. In any case, they are attracted by their natural texture, environmental friendliness and service life. Openwork screens with a through carved pattern perfectly transmit light, promote air exchange from one point of the room to another. The facade of partitions made of OSB plates is decorated with a decorative coating, openwork screens are opened with varnish. To extend the service life of wooden structures, special compounds are used to protect them from insects and moisture. When necessary, the wood is fire retardant.
  

  Sliding-type wooden partition dividing the room into a guest and a private area

• Plastic. Plastic partitions are lightweight and mobile structures at a budget price. They are easy to install, unpretentious in maintenance, combined with a stretch ceiling. Using plastic for the manufacture of a decorative screen, they create partitions with complex transitions and non-standard shapes. Such material allows you to realize even the most daring author's idea.
  

  Stylish black plastic partition

• Acrylic. Safe and environmentally friendly, the material is renowned for its durability and lightness. It is suitable for the manufacture of complex partitions with a monolithic or openwork surface.
  

  Lightweight acrylic partition with interesting decor

How to decorate the partition?

For plasterboard, furniture and modular structures, flush-mounted LED lighting is used. Mirror and glass screens adorn:

• sandblasting, film matting;
• lacobel, colored film;
• fusing, filler or film stained glass;
• faceted elements;
• engraving.

The smooth surface of the glass allows you to create fancy patterns. Decor transforms decorative screens into miniature works of art.

A design element such as flowers allows you to decorate the partition, refresh the interior and make it more comfortable.

How to visually enlarge a room with a partition?

With a lack of air and light, even the most spacious room will seem small. But when they are in abundance, the opposite feeling is created. This effect can be achieved using optical illusion techniques. The presence of any partition clutters up the space, but by choosing the right type of it, you can visually enlarge the room.

A partition with rounded elements forms a laconic design and eliminates inconvenient sharp corners

Give preference to sliding partitions that boast variability and mobility. When ordering stationary structures, pay attention to the color of the coating. Light and pastel shades will facilitate the perception of space.

The original partition from mobile bookcases

Pass-through partitions provide good light transmission. Transparent, glossy, glare, reflective surfaces significantly increase the amount of incoming light. They give the impression of a spacious room. Choose glass mosaics or mirrors as decor. Due to them, you will kill two birds with one stone: decorate the partition and visually expand the room.

Extra stylish frosted glass partition

In rooms with low ceilings, add vertical accents. In this option, a partition of bright colors is appropriate. It should be against the background of light walls, and at the same time be painted in a contrasting shade. Also, narrow structures or vertical louvered partitions, the lamellas of which are exposed on the edge, are suitable.

A decorative partition refers to the fundamental zoning of space. She divides the room into several functional areas, decorates the interior and replaces furniture. With its help, the kitchen is divided into a working and dining area, a living room - into a recreation area, an office, a sleeping place, a nursery or a playroom.

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Photo gallery of interiors with a partition

Before you install a partition, check out a selection of the best room designs with a partition. Popular design solutions will help you determine the type of partition and its location.