Interesting options for zoning rooms using curtains

Sometimes living space requires division into certain zones. This is implemented not only in small one-room apartments, when it is necessary to separate the sleeping area from the living common space. But also in large rooms of private houses. Here, zoning is performed for other purposes, but can also be used successfully. Therefore, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with how to divide a room with curtains and what you need to take into account for this.

Zoning with curtains is the simplest and most effective way to divide space

Pros and cons of zoning a room with curtains

Zoning a room with curtains is one of the design techniques that should be used taking into account its advantages and disadvantages.

Curtains allow you to hide the everyday clutter in a particular area, while maintaining a feeling of space and freedom

Among the advantages it is worth noting:

1. Using this technique allows you to quite easily, quickly and, most importantly, cheaply zone the space of any room in size.
2. There is no need for major alterations, so the surrounding space does not need to be rebuilt or redesigned. Accordingly, there is no construction dirt and significant extra financial costs.
3. These curtains are easy to use and take up minimal space.
4. They can fit into any interior thanks to the use of different fabrics, colors and textures.

Among the disadvantages:

1. Any curtains, including those for zoning, are dust collectors. Therefore, in order to avoid negative effects on the body, it is necessary to cleanse it correctly and on time.
2. If the model is made of translucent fabric, then it is completely unable to hide a certain part of the room from view.
3. They are not able to delay the propagation of sound.

It is very important to consider that if you plan to create a suspended ceiling in a room, then in order to zone the room using curtains, it is necessary to provide a mortgage for the cornice (rail). But, if this option for finishing the space is used when the renovation has already been done, then you can organize a special beam in the form of a figured structure on which the curtain will be hung. But it should be borne in mind that it will not be able to withstand a structure that is too massive, especially if the wall is plasterboard.

Features of blinds for openings and scope of application

Blinds are not capable of taking on the functions of a full-fledged door, since they are not a sound or heat insulating structure, but they are quite capable of closing off prying eyes. The dimensions of the opening or the room itself do not always allow the installation of a door leaf, and sometimes it simply does not fit with the style. Blinds and zones will help to delimit them without weighing down the space and without creating the feeling of “cages”, and for a “bare” opening they will become the optimal drapery. Like many other things, blinds can be ordered according to individual parameters, but they will cost much less than doors, especially when it comes to wide openings. However, due to their design features, they also have a number of disadvantages:

• Difficult care - especially for fabric and thread varieties.
• Relative fragility - even with careful use, the systems have a relatively short service life, and the structure can be damaged by any careless movement.

However, nothing lasts forever, and there are a lot of fragile, but beautiful and necessary things in every home, so blinds in the openings are a completely viable option. Especially as doors between rooms that do not require insulation, such as pantries or dressing rooms. Also, the air partition will be an excellent alcove in the studio.

Examples of zoning a room with curtains

It is necessary to clearly understand that the curtains used for zoning space in a room can be very diverse not only in color and texture, but also in the principle of organization. They can be made of fabric, either dense or translucent. They can be presented in the form of vertical blinds or implemented as thread products that only nominally separate one part of the room from another.

Curtains can be not only functional, but also a purely decorative element of the interior. For example, they are often used to decorate arches and doorways

Zoning with curtains

This method of creating a partition is most often used where it is necessary to separate the sleeping area from the living area. Therefore, such curtains are used in small rooms, for example, in Khrushchev-era apartment buildings, where it is necessary to accommodate more people in relative comfort than the area allowed for. To carefully hide one part of the room from another, it is recommended to use thick, non-transparent curtains.

The choice of pattern on the curtains depends on the style of the room’s interior

In this case, it is important to harmoniously select a color solution similar to the main curtains that cover the window. In this case, the structure is attached to the ceiling and must allow for movement on rails.

Zoning blinds

Sometimes blinds are used to zone space in a room. But it is necessary to understand that this method brings some “coldness” and detachment in its perception to the room. Therefore, it is more suitable for minimalist design trends. Blinds can be used in Scandinavian, post-industrial style, as well as in a room that will be decorated in high-tech, loft or modern style.

Horizontal blinds are very convenient to use, perfectly covering a selected area and easily lifting when necessary.

And others

There is also a thread version of curtains. In this case, the structure consists of special hanging threads that are attached to a strip on the ceiling. At the same time, they conditionally divide the space, since in most cases they are made immovable. They can only be assembled on their sides, forming a sort of arched outline of the edge. And, naturally, they cannot completely visually separate one part of the room from another. Therefore, they are used only to divide one part of the space from another in the living room. That is, for example, the area where food is eaten and where the common guest space is located. In order to form a bedroom compartment, this option is not used.

Thread curtains are perfect for zoning a children's room

Lamels for masking:

• Horizontal

Plastic and aluminum slats are suitable for concealing storage rooms and built-in wardrobes. Discreet partitions are installed in rarely used places (storage of archival documents or office supplies in offices, conservation and out-of-season clothing at home) in order to less frequently load the sliding mechanism.

• Accordion, door

Accordion blinds (wooden, plastic or glass) save space in the corridor or room, usually “eaten up” by an open door. Both designs are used not only for decorating door and window openings, but also for disguising pantries, bars, various niches and built-in cabinets.

Accordion doors become an extension of the interior partition, helping to save space as an alternative to swing doors

Choosing colors for curtains

Choosing a color solution for such an idea needs to be balanced and thoughtful. Otherwise, you can ruin the whole feeling of your living space. It is important to take into account the color space that has already been formed, as well as the style that is available or that is planned to be implemented.

The color of the curtains used for zoning should be combined with the overall atmosphere of the room

Zoning with translucent curtains is more decorative than functional.

Despite this, there are some general rules:

• If the room is small in size, then under no circumstances use dark and bright colors. Do not take fabrics with large patterns.
• Consider the harmony of curtains with wallpaper and floor.
• It is better to take the material for dividing the space exactly the same as the curtains in the room.
• For Khrushchev, canvases that are neutral in color and texture without a pattern are suitable.
• For the nursery and bedroom, choose the most neutral shades, for example, any pastel colors.

Advantages

If we compare this zoning method with others, the advantages of the first are obvious:

• cost-effectiveness in terms of spending money;
• ease of installation;
• saving space;
• the process is reversible - the curtain partition can be removed at any time, and the room will look different. With other zoning options, everything is not so simple: dismantling will take a lot of time and effort;
• Using curtains for zoning, you can successfully hide the flaws of old or unsuccessful repairs.

Selection of curtain materials

It is also necessary to take into account that the texture and fibers of the material themselves can have a significant impact on the overall impression. The fact is that some fabrics form fairly soft folds and are easy to drape. Others, on the contrary, form rigid folds and rather rough structures. Therefore, before dividing a room into two zones with curtains, it is necessary to select both the texture and texture of the material.

When using curtains to separate that part of the room where there is no window, you should pay attention to additional lighting

Jacquard

Jacquard is suitable for a classic interior design, especially if it has a specific pattern and a slight shine. It is necessary to take into account that the fabric is quite massive and forms large folds. It will look “global”. It is formed because it does not have a certain ease.

To make the curtains look beautiful on both sides, you need to choose double-sided fabric

Cotton

Cotton can be either soft or hard. But it should be borne in mind that over a certain period of use it still becomes softer and more pliable. Since the texture of cotton is too simple, it is often used in either minimalist or ethnic room styles.

Translucent curtain in a studio apartment decorated in Provence style

And others

Synthetic materials with emphasized unnaturalness, shiny textures or with a cellophane effect are suitable for modern minimalist trends.

In this room, light curtains made of synthetic material are used to separate the sleeping area.

Transparent chiffon can be used where there is no need to visually enclose the space.

Translucent curtains do not hide space, so they are ideal for zoning a small room

Thread structures on which beads, shells or other elements are strung look impressive. They give uniqueness to the interior.

Interior options

Most often, such designs are used in the interior in the following places:

• Interior doors and partitions. This arrangement is suitable for rooms that do not require permanent insulation. The most suitable option is to use it in the living room. It will be especially successful if you combine the living room with the kitchen or dining area.

• Balcony. If the balcony is insulated and has glazing, then installing such a system will make it easy to create a transition from the room to the balcony. If you raise the partition, the space will expand and another functional area for the living room will open.
• Pantry. Blinds are often used as a partition in this room. Such devices will provide good ventilation, thereby preventing premature spoilage of supplies.
• Additional reinforcement. The blinds are also suitable for installation together with a regular door. This solution is especially relevant for a summer residence.

Photos of examples of room zoning using curtains

If you don’t have a clear idea of ​​how best to use curtains to divide the space of a living room, bedroom or large dining room, you can look at the selection of photos presented below. Here are collected design options for rooms of different sizes, in different styles, with a wide variety of color combinations. Therefore, by carefully viewing the proposed photo, you can definitely decide which option is suitable for a particular room.

A light tulle curtain separates the dining room from the living room

Thick curtains separate the living room from the insulated balcony

Using curtains to divide a loft-style room into a work area and a bedroom

Stylish studio apartment with sleeping area zoning with double-sided curtains

Useful tips from designers

1. When separating your workplace, take care to place it near a window where there is better lighting.

2. It is better to organize a place for relaxation and receiving guests closer to the exit, placing chairs/sofa and other furniture here.

3. Maintain balance: against the backdrop of bright wallpaper and expressive decor, plain curtains in neutral shades will look harmonious. Conversely, the laconic design of a room in soothing colors allows the use of catchy accents, the role of which can be played by canvases dividing the space.

4. The basic design rule for zoning is that the lighter the material, the wider the space is perceived. A similar principle applies to using warm and cool shades.

Photo ideas for dividing rooms into zones using curtains

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How to make rotating wooden blinds

Topics related to making furniture yourself, as well as carpentry, are of increased interest among users of our portal. The topic of this article will be photo instructions for making rotary blinds from wood from a portal user with the nickname QWEsad.

I have long been planning to make wooden blinds, and in the first place I put not functionality, but the beauty of the blinds, which are part of the interior. Such designs are widespread in North America and can be purchased at any hardware store. I had never seen similar wooden blinds in Russia, so I decided to make them myself.

Let’s say right away that 3 years passed from the idea to the realization of the dream in the “tree”.

The lack of time and the user’s busyness with other things affected it. What ended up happening is shown in the following photo.

The result is more than impressive, so let’s take a closer look at the process of making wooden blinds with your own hands. In addition to drawings with detailed dimensions of the blinds, which the user calculated on the Internet, materials (well-dried boards) and tools for carpentry will be required. These are, first of all, special devices for drilling holes in workpieces.

And also cutters for lamellas.

The user also purchased all of the above-mentioned equipment on the Internet, although now, due to rising prices, he would have made the drilling jig himself.

Repeated blinds can be: blind or with a rotating bar to change the angle of inclination in the center of the slat or on the side, as well as with different slat widths:

It was the latter option that QWEsad settled on, deciding to use pine boards, widely used in “carpentry,” as a basis, and upon completion of the work, tint the blinds white. You can also use different types of wood to match the color of the finish. It all depends on the imagination of the master and the availability of certain materials.

The first thing you need is well-dried wood. To produce lamellas with a thickness of 9.5 mm and a width of 63 mm, trimmings of timber measuring 10x10 cm and 10x15 cm were used.

The wood lay in the attic for several years and dried perfectly naturally. Humidity did not exceed 6-7%. I will also say that the lamellas, which are 90 pieces, did not twist or warp over time, although there were knots on some of the blanks.

The timber was cut on a circular saw (don’t forget to leave a reserve for further processing), and then the workpieces were planed along the plane.

It was not possible to buy a ready-made rotating bar (due to the lack of a bar of the required size on sale: the user required 56 inches, but was offered only 54 and 36 inches).