Open plan living has become increasingly popular among UK homeowners. A spacious, open living area enables the entire family to spend time together in a single room, but it does require careful planning. Room divider options for open plan living are something to consider.
The most effective open plan designs often include ways to occasionally separate areas. Adding a permanent or movable room divider can be an excellent solution to divide the space into distinct zones within the room.
Room divider solutions for separating your kitchen from the living room
Sociable open-plan kitchen living rooms are perfect for daytime gatherings, allowing family and friends to spend time together. However, one drawback is that cooking smells can easily spread to other areas of the home.
A great solution is to install glazed room dividers, like Heritage or Industrial-Style glazing. During the day, the doors can be opened to maintain the open plan feel, and when needed, they can be closed. With transparent glass, natural light continues to flow throughout the home, while sound transfer between rooms is minimized.
Room dividers to create a partition wall
If you have a large open-plan area that you would like to occasionally separate, room dividing doors are an excellent choice. These doors can be closed to create a smaller, cosier space and opened to instantly transform the area into a more sociable living space.
Room divider options include single or double doors, with clear glazing on the sides and above, as well as Sliding Doors, Bifolding Doors, or glazed Pivot Doors.
Designs can also incorporate fixed glazing to create a half-height wall partition. Each room divider can be custom-made to perfectly suit your specific needs. For more information, please contact Spitfire Doors on 01625 412570, our Customer Service Team will be happy to discuss the most suitable option for your home and provide you with a free quotation.
Art Deco room dividers
The distinctive features of 1930’s Art Deco room dividers are currently in high demand, appealing to both period and contemporary homeowners. Installing a glazed room divider is an excellent solution for creating a home office space or an office space within a commercial building.
Art Deco glazed doors allow natural daylight to flow between areas while providing privacy and a quieter environment for work. The slim aluminium or steel sightlines provide a minimalist aesthetic, and doors can be closed to retain warmth and reduce sound transfer between zones.
Heritage Sliding Doors and Bifolding Doors: Elegant Room Divider Options
If you have a wide opening in your open-plan space that you would like to close off occasionally, internal Heritage sliding or bifolding doors could be the perfect solution.
Both sliding and bifolding doors are ideal for creating separation between rooms, whether at home or in an office. Sliding doors glide smoothly along their track, offering an opening of two-thirds of the total space without encroaching on the living area when open. For a more seamless option, pocket sliding doors slide into a purpose-built wall cavity, allowing you to fully enjoy the open-plan layout when needed.
Internal bifolding doors can be fully opened to maximize your open-plan space, or closed to create a private, cozy area. All heritage internal glazing can be custom-made to fit perfectly within your open-plan living area.
Suitable glass options for room dividers
There are numerous glass options to suit your needs, whether you prefer clear glazing to create an open, airy feel or require something that offers more privacy while still dividing spaces. In addition to clear glass, you can choose from reeded glass, frosted obscured glass, or tinted glass—all of which are perfect for maintaining the ambiance of open-plan living while providing greater privacy.
Glazed room dividers are highly versatile and can be used in various interior settings, from homes to commercial spaces like offices and café bars.
For high-traffic areas or where the lower section of the door might be at risk of accidental knocks, Art Deco internally glazed doors can be fitted with stylish black aluminium kick plates, helping to prevent scratches and glass breakages.
Summary
These room divider options allow you to create distinct zones within your open-plan living space while maintaining a sense of openness and light flow. The heritage, industrial, and Art Deco influences in the designs make these dividers not only functional but also a beautiful addition to any home.
Spitfire Doors can supply and install aluminium or steel bespoke room dividers in homes throughout the UK, including Fire Doors.
Contact our friendly Customer Service Team on 01625 412570 or email info@spitfiredoors.co.uk We look forward to hearing from you.
