A mid century room divider screen can solve a number of issues—whether it’s carving out a cozy reading nook in your living room, defining an attic office space, or simply creating visual separation between adjacent areas. Luckily, there’s no need to call in a contractor to get the job done. Do-it-yourselfers can use everything from chicken wire and plywood to macrame and succulents (or a mix of all the above) to craft unique room divider ideas that define rooms without sacrificing light or openness.
Geometric designs are hallmarks of midcentury modern interior design, which emphasizes straight lines and clean surfaces over curves and floral patterns. To bring a touch of that style to your home, Lushome shares a collection of stylish geometric room divider screens that will instantly create separation without visually dominating the space.
Room dividers can be made from just about anything, and many of the most creative DIY options showcase salvaged materials. For bạt che nắng kéo tay , Oregon’s Cascade Coil made this coiled metal room divider for a hotel, but do-it-yourselfers can make one of their own using connectors and a sheet of lightweight aluminum. The mirrored surface bounces light around the room, and the divider can be moved up or down to adjust the height of the ceiling.
This fretwork room divider from Remodelaholic looks expensive, but it’s surprisingly inexpensive to build. Though careful measurements are key to nailing the pattern down, this simple DIY project is a great way to show off mementos and artwork.
A sliding door can be a sleek and modern room divider, but it can also serve as a beautiful entranceway into a foyer or hallway. Morgan Satterfield used a vintage midcentury sliding door to separate her cavernous laundry room into two distinct spaces, then decorated it with antique furnishings and art to tie the look together.
Another great option for a sliding door is a barn door, which can be tailored to fit a closet or any other small space. Amber from Amber Interior Design built her own custom barn door divider for a walk-in closet, but a premade kit is a more budget-friendly solution.
Folding screens can be used to separate an attic office from the rest of a loft, as shown in this cozy reading nook by designer Leanne Ford. This space-saving hack takes advantage of the wall’s natural molding to create a seamless transition between workspace and living area.
Decorative screens can also be used to highlight a favorite artwork or to display family photos. Kristin Fine’s family room feels more like a traditional living room with the help of an elegant 18th-century Swedish fretwork screen that hangs above a console table. The divider does double duty as a vertical scrapbook, with finish nails pounded into different spots acting as hooks for binder clips that hold mementos.
A hanging macrame divider is an easy way to add texture and warmth to a home office. This project by Skinny LaMinx uses several potted succulents to hang a plant-filled divider that creates designated working space and visual interest.