Decorative room partitions: types, materials, styles and creative solutions

Types of partitions

There are several varieties.

Partition wardrobe

These models can have different dimensions, consist of modular elements or be built-in. Partition wardrobes will be an excellent solution for updating the external interior appearance.

Sliding

Transformable and sliding decorative structures have an exquisite and perfect look that gives the room a certain lightness and airiness, while creating clear boundaries in it.

Curtains

They are the simplest and most cost-effective option for dividing a room. Thick curtains, drapes, Japanese curtain panels, blinds or other products will form barriers, create individual spaces and become a creative design for the entire interior.

Screens and decorative screens

Mobile screens and decorative screens are quite well-known and a convenient type of zoning that can be placed and used in any part of the room.

What to make a partition in a room from?

Materials used for the manufacture of decorative partitions.

Plasterboard

With the help of plasterboard it is possible to get bring to life almost any design fantasy. Models made of plasterboard are easy to install and dismantle and have a relatively low weight.

Glass

They create a fairly clear demarcation and at the same time preserve the usable area as much as possible, do not weigh down or reduce the space, maintaining a sense of openness in it.

The photo shows a decorative glass partition with geometric patterns separating the area with the bed from the guest area.

Gypsum

They allow you to easily change the configuration of the room, change its functionality and create a completely different atmosphere.

Metal

They have an emphatically restrained and slightly rough appearance, are the embodiment of practicality and reliability and create a rather relevant and stylish design, especially suitable for such styles as loft, modernism and high-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 living space with particular 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 soundproofing properties. Brick is ideal for creating capital walls as partitions.

Wooden

Decorative models made of wood go well with any stylistic solution and become a truly exquisite decoration of the interior.

• MDF. This material is an excellent option for creating partitions that will undoubtedly become the central element of any room, such as 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 noise insulation, moisture resistance and are environmentally friendly.
• Slatted. By using different arrangements of slats of any height and format, it is possible not only to zone the room, but also to set the required amount of light penetrating into the fenced off area.

The photo shows a decorative wooden partition located between the kitchen and the hallway.

Partitioning elements made of boards or wood are quite popular, very beautiful and at the same time exquisite interior design.

Fabric

They will become an excellent alternative option for replacing boring walls. Textiles provide an opportunity to implement the most daring design ideas without large expenses.

The photo shows a sleeping area separated from the living room by fabric curtains.

Partition shapes

Original shapes of zoning models.

Radius

Thanks to the smoothed corners and smooth transition of lines, these radius structures bring a special twist to the interior and give it non-standard outlines.

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 look, it is possible to zone the premises 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 fantasy shapes in the form of a crescent, due to stylish and effective execution allow you to create an extravagant and slightly provocative design.

Ladder

Thanks to this finished and structurally simple form, it is possible to advantageously emphasize the style of the interior and give it incredible coziness.

In the photo, a partition rack in the bedroom interior.

Design of interior partitions

Designer ideas for interior decorative partitions.

Transparent

They have a beautiful, elegant and weightless appearance and allow the flow of light 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 possible to decorate a room with any style solution.

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 to create a feeling of additional space in it.

Forged

They have an expensive, impressive and very stylish look. Forged structures, despite their massiveness, look airy, light and do not overload the room.

Stained glass

Glass panels decorated with creative stained glass designs and patterns become a real interior art object, dilute the boring design and make it much more beautiful and richer.

3D partitions

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 refined taste.

Mirror

They easily transform space, giving it additional volume and spaciousness. The mirror surface is distinguished not only by its decorative but also by its practical functions and sets accents in the room in a completely new way.

Floating

Perfectly transmits light into the space, makes it more open, spacious and gives the room the most free look.

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.
• Fireplaces.
• Aquariums.

Original and creative products allow you to emphasize the interior originality and give the atmosphere a certain non-standardness that goes beyond the established rules.

The photo shows a decorative wooden partition with live plants separating the living room area.

What style to decorate room?

Design of decorative partitions in popular styles.

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 characteristic of the loft and create an industrial effect in it.

The photo shows a one-room apartment in the loft style with zoning in the form of a decorative sliding partition made of metal and glass.

Minimalism

Simple and laconic products that do not draw attention to themselves will be appropriate for a minimalist design. Decorative sliding or stationary partitions made of aluminum profile, plasterboard, chipboard, glass or mirror without unnecessary decor will organically fit into the overall design.

Modern

Self-expressive, spontaneous and functional modern style, suggests 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 traditional wooden lattices for the Provencal style will create a calm, cozy, but at the same time interesting and intriguing atmosphere.

Classic

For an elegant classical direction, symmetrical and laconic designs made of natural materials, carved or stained glass models, cabinets, false walls with a built-in fireplace, aquarium or expensive and beautiful curtains will be appropriate.

Eco-style

Eco-friendly bamboo stems, branches, wooden or chipboard structures in warm natural shades, linen, chintz curtains or canvases made of matting, living plant false walls made of green grass or moss, harmoniously emphasize the naturalism and naturalness of eco-design.

Japanese

Quite often in the Japanese style, decorative screens are used, made of bamboo, straw, reeds or rice paper, creating an interesting play semi-shadows, openwork partitions with ornamental carved patterns or sliding models, allowing you to create a very mobile layout. Such zoning elements look quite authentic and organic.

Photos in the interior of rooms

Zoning options for different rooms.

Kitchen

Various mobile, sliding or stationary structures will allow you to rationally delimit the space of the kitchen-living room or become a full-fledged dividing element between the kitchen and the hallway, adding a more unusual and stylish look to the environment.

The photo shows a decorative tinted glass partition in the interior of the kitchen, combined with the living room.

With the help of a variety of translucent, glass, plastic, plasterboard and other products, it is possible to isolate the kitchen space at the right time, making it more comfortable and cozy.

Bedroom

Thanks to various zoning experiments, in the form of light decorative screens, elegant openwork products, glass or plastic structures, modular shelving or curtains, you can create a rather unusual design that will add some zest and real uniqueness to the bedroom.

The photo shows a bedroom and an area with a bed, separated by a decorative glass partition.

Hall

False walls, stationary or sliding structures made of glass, plasterboard, plastic or wood, arched models, shelves with indoor plants and much more, provide an excellent opportunity to most effectively and functionally manage the area of the living room.

Hallway

Decorative zoning elements allow you to give the image of the hallway a special brightness and individuality. Glass panels, radius and curved models and various cabinets make the hallway much more comfortable and cozy.

Children’s room

With the help of blind, through, low, sliding or portable structures, tall cabinets, bookcases, shelves for toys, it turns out, not only to separate the work area from the sleeping or play area, but also to create an interesting decorative design for the children’s room.

Bathroom

Zoning is especially appropriate for a combined bathroom, since with the help of a partition you can easily separate the bathroom area from the toilet or fence off the shower place. Quite often in this room there are glass, mirror models or practical and aesthetic designs made of natural materials.

Wardrobe

Thanks to zoning elements, it is possible to create a rational layout of the dressing room or hide its contents using sliding, swing, fabric products or models in the form of accordions.