There may be several reasons why you’d like to divide a space in your house.
One of these may include wanting to provide more privacy or to relegate different functions to different parts of the room.
Here’s where room divider ideas come in.
There’s more than one way to divide a room.
Therefore, choosing the best room divider depends very much on room size and its overall aesthetics.
The function of each space comes into play too.
To get you started, here are some room divider ideas suitable for various themes and uses:
The Simple Bookshelves
We’ll start off with a divider that’s deceptively simple, yet highly functional.
Here, simple multi-tiered bookshelves made of steel are used between a dining area and living area.
The fact that the bookshelves have steel frames and no back panel means that the space is kept ‘open’.
Therefore, there are minimal obstructions and the only blockage comes from the items placed of these shelves.
This actually gives you plenty of control over the level of partitioning you desire.
Lower shelves are used in the middle, where potted plants can be used as a semi-separator while giving the room a refreshing aura.
Geometric Lines with Clear Glass
Here’s yet another way to divide spaces clearly, yet not make the space appear smaller.
The best way to use room dividers, especially if you live in an apartment, is to ensure that it is transparent or semi-transparent.
This way, you can still see beyond the space and this minimizes the feeling or claustrophobia.
Glass fulfils this function wonderfully and here it is framed in dark steel.
The straight lines in this geometric pattern also give the room a serious and professional look, suitable for modern apartments.
Vertical and Horizontal
Wood often gives the home a cosy feel, and this example is no different.
Here, the wooden partition is also visibly permeable.
The first half of it is fitted with horizontal shelves and a glass back panel. Meanwhile, the other half is done up with vertical thin poles.
The fact that the wood is made to match with the storage drawers and shelves beside it is an additional bonus.
To clarify, this creates a harmonious organic feel to the space that any family will appreciate.
Large Patterned Lattice
The core function of any room divider is to provide some form of domestic demarcation, yet be creative and beautiful at the same time.
Here, we have a room divider that consists of a wall and a lattice.
The lattice is particularly beautiful, with large geometric floral influenced patterns.
The fact that it has a metallic sheen brings an understated classiness to the space, and complements the pale blue and grey colour theme around it too.
Japanese Screens
If you’re not a fan of permanent dividers or want some form of versatility in the way you arrange the room, then lightweight screens are the answer.
These screens can be moved easily, and folded away if needed too.
One simple and common screen design is based on traditional Japanese rolling doors.
Their clean lines and light-coloured panels are versatile and can fit any decorative theme.
They’re also bright and cheerful, which is suitable for children’s rooms too.
Display Your Creativity
This panelled divider with multiple elongated gaps in its wood section is another great partition idea.
Rather than cutting off two separate spaces, you allow small ‘windows’ into the area beyond.
This allows the flow and continuity needed, while still providing privacy.
A small display area with shelves at the side allows you to fill the room with a bit more colour and character so that you can add bits of your personality.
They can also function as extra storage space if you install drawers and cupboards.
An Ethnic Patterned Screen
Here, a permanent latticed screen in cream is matches with the wallpapers of the room.
The lattice is particularly busy and done in an ethnic inspired style.
This type of design goes particularly well with a more classic interior.
Mirrors are added beside the screen to give the illusion that the room is larger than it actually is.
This type of intricate dividers should also be kept matte and paired with plain wallpaper or painted surfaces so as to keep its elegance.
Small Hexagon Trellis Dividers
When it comes to versatility, you can always consider screens that can be folded away.
These foldable screens can be easily installed to divide a large space, and rolled away when you want the space to look bigger.
It’s a good idea to ensure that they’re permeable to light, so that the room remains well lighted.
Geometric patterns are probably some of the most common and are suitable for pairing with contemporary designs.
The Wooden Bookshelf
You can’t go wrong with using bookshelves as dividers.
They’re also one of the easiest and most cost effective to use. It also provides extra storage space for your odds and ends.
The depth of bookshelves provides an enhanced dimension to the room as well.
Here, the hue of the bookshelf is kept light so that it pairs well with the neutral-coloured furniture in the room.
A majority of the sections are also kept panel-free for a more seamless and fluid look.
The Tropical Divider
Most of the dividers we’ve seen on this list have been made for rather elegant and modern settings.
Here is one that’s more on the fun side. You may even consider this for a child’s room.
The divider is made of thick wooden lines, in geometric patterns across several horizontal lines.
This gives off a tropical, island vibe that’s great for fun decoration themes.
Using Room Divider Ideas in a Versatile Way
Room dividers are just wonderful, as they give you more control over the functions and division of space within your home.
The good news is that dividers are versatile and can be used in different ways.
If you prefer, you can always get mobile dividers like shelves and lightweight screens which will give you more control.
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