One Room, More Possibilities: Dividing Space in 3 Steps
Posted by Julie Wenckowski on Jul 24th 2013
The room is big enough. It just needs a little separation. Maybe a reading group needs its own corner, event supplies need to disappear from view, or two activities need to share the same space.
Screenflex portable room dividers let you change the layout for the task at hand, then change it again when something new comes along.
1. Pick Your Purpose
Start with what you want the space to do. Are you setting aside a meeting area, defining a classroom learning station, or giving guests a clear place to check in? That purpose helps you decide where separation belongs and how much you need. A short boundary may be enough to screen a table, while a larger activity area may call for a longer divider.
The panel material helps your divider do more for the space. Fabric and woven fabric offer tackable surfaces for artwork, instructions, and schedules. Polycarbonate lets light filter through while adding visual separation. Vinyl offers an easy-clean surface for busy shared areas, while acoustic control PET absorbs sound to help reduce echo and reverberation.
2. Arrange Your Space
Now let's shape your space. Roll your divider where you need it, unfold the panels, and form around the activity or event. For example, give a reading group a cozy corner or set apart a table for a team discussion. Once you’re happy with the layout, engage the locking casters to help keep the divider steady. Also, leave plenty of room for people to come and go, and keep sightlines open wherever supervision matters.
3. Add the Finishing Touches
Now bring in what makes the space useful: books and comfortable seating for a reading corner, supplies for a learning station, or materials for a meeting. With everything in place, your space is ready for the people and activities you planned it around.
What Could Your Room Do Next?
A useful layout starts with the activities you need to accommodate. Explore our lineup of room dividers to give those activities a place—and keep your options open for whatever comes next.