I'm surprised I don't see more screens used in decorating because they are very versatile and there are so many styles to choose. Have you thought about using a screen in a recent home decorating re do?People have been using them for centuries in their homes beginning in 4th century BC in China.
Through the centuries Chinese folding screens were ornately decorated with traditional symbols of health, prosperity, and joy and some were painted with up to 30 layers of lacquer making them appear illuminated from within. In contrast, when screens migrated to Japan they took on a much different look with their thin wood frames and paper panels. Eventually, the folding screen was imported into the West via European traders. Throughout history, the folding screen has had both decorative and functional uses. Today the folding screen is still a multi-purpose decorating tool.
Create an accent wall
Large screens can be used as a backdrop along a plain, uninspired wall. If you use one for this purpose it's important to choose one that fits the scale of the room.
Through the centuries Chinese folding screens were ornately decorated with traditional symbols of health, prosperity, and joy and some were painted with up to 30 layers of lacquer making them appear illuminated from within. In contrast, when screens migrated to Japan they took on a much different look with their thin wood frames and paper panels. Eventually, the folding screen was imported into the West via European traders. Throughout history, the folding screen has had both decorative and functional uses. Today the folding screen is still a multi-purpose decorating tool.
Create an accent wall
Large screens can be used as a backdrop along a plain, uninspired wall. If you use one for this purpose it's important to choose one that fits the scale of the room.
Marcelo Brito
Alessandra Branca
This treatment is simple and very effective. I like the way the screen extends and includes the night tables drawing everything into the largest element. Keeping all objects close in colour/value makes this small room expand. This screen would be so easy to construct from plywood or MDF and then cover with wallpaper or metallic fabric.
Use as wall art
Often you will see an application that will prompt other ideas. If I had this beautiful screen to work with I would put a plain light coloured sofa in front of it. The clean lines would show up well against the intricate design. Did you notice how the pot lights shine down on the wall behind the screen adding a layer of light?
Chinoiserie Screen are design classics. They add an exotic, dramatic note to any room. Since they are often multipanelled and quite striking they work beautifully as a major accent. They will not be overlooked! Imagine this room without the floor lamps. Would you like or dislike the effect?
I love the layered look of this room . The screen has been placed on top of a patterned wall.. Pattern and textures have been employed so well. The pop of yellow is a masterful finishing touch and it makes the black screen so much more dramatic..
This treatment is simple and very effective. I like the way the screen extends and includes the night tables drawing everything into the largest element. Keeping all objects close in colour/value makes this small room expand. This screen would be so easy to construct from plywood or MDF and then cover with wallpaper or metallic fabric.
Using a bench as a table and then backing it with this fantastic carved screen is an interesting idea. This screen would look equally good hung on a wall as a sculpture.
twenty7 design
This screen is quite stunning and sculptural. It works so well with the contemporary furnishings. But what is that doll sculpture doing in the corner?
Incorporated
Everything about this room hangs together.
Lori Smyth
I'm not a lover of salmon and blue but it is very effective in this room. This room works because large amounts of white was used to let the painting shine.
Fill an empty corner
Phoebe Howard
This screen does more than fill an empty corner. It adds visual height to the space and draws your eye across the room while providing an additional texture.
You can also use screens effectively to emphasize a symmetrical layout. The vertical flow draws your eye through the room.
Make a headboard
This is quite an amazing colour! You could also remove one section and hang the two parts horizontally.
Apartment Therapy
Who would not like this room? I love the colour combination in addition to the fantastic headboard. With the degree of intricacy in the screen you need to keep everything else simple.
Who would not like this room? I love the colour combination in addition to the fantastic headboard. With the degree of intricacy in the screen you need to keep everything else simple.
houzz
To think I was planning to send my louvered doors to RESTORE! This changes my mind totally. This room works so well because all the elements are similar in colour. Nothing stands out; everything plays a subtle role in creating the whole.
Divide a room
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