Apartment Relocation: New Possibilities and Materials

We have selected several interesting and easy-to-implement ideas for those who want change in interior design or simply need to divide rooms without spending a large portion of the budget, a long time, and nerves.

We explain why you should consider modern and versatile partitions made from KNAUF gypsum board sheets instead of traditional materials like brick or blocks.

What is a KNAUF Gypsum Board Partition?

In short, it is an easily erected structure made from sheet materials. A reliable, modern, high-quality, and durable solution for layout planning.

For living spaces and maximum comfort, choose double-layered:

Series 112

A partition with double-layered facing from KNAUF boards on a single metal frame. A complete KNAUF system.

Series 115

A partition with double-layered facing from KNAUF boards on a double metal frame.

Series 116

A partition with double-layered facing from KNAUF boards on a double spaced metal frame.

Bedroom

Idea 1: Separate the sleeping area

If you have a studio or spacious bedroom that you want to make cozier, you can isolate the sleeping area using a gypsum board partition. The structure can be any form. You can build a partition up to the full height of the room, create a low partition or even design a box where the bed will be located.

Two-layer KNAUF gypsum board partitions are ideal: they are easy to install, highly reliable, including for hanging appliances, furniture, or heavy mirrors. Moreover, sound-insulating materials can be placed inside such a partition, which is especially important for a bedroom.

Design: Legkocom

Design: Anna Bagrova

Idea 2: Separate the wardrobe area

A wardrobe next to a bedroom is a popular and functional solution. If the space allows, you can simply allocate part of the room for the wardrobe. You don’t have to build a wall, for example, from brick or blocks. With a gypsum board partition, everything will be faster and easier.

The simplest option is to erect a small partition and decorate the entrance to the wardrobe with curtains. However, you can also design a fully-fledged separate room with a door opening. In this case, KNAUF systems allow fitting sliding doors, which is important for saving space. Everything depends on your task and available area.

Design: Jazzberry

Design: Studio 20:18

Design: Margarita Rasskazova

Kitchen

Idea 1: Separate the dining area

If you want to separate the cooking zone from the dining area, create a light partition between them. It’s better if it is more symbolic — a solid wall with a door will interfere with setting the table and communicating with guests while cooking, and also visually reduce space.

Design: Irina Nosova

Design: Anastasia Vishnevskaya

Idea 2: Separate the kitchen from the living room

A combined kitchen-living room is a favorite layout choice for many, but usually, we want to logically and visually separate these zones. In this case, a gypsum board partition is the best solution.

Design: We Create Studio

By the way, if you have an unconventional layout or want to add variety to your interior, consider curved structures — they are also easy to create using gypsum board.

Design: Studio Lines

Bathroom

Idea: Create a partition for the shower area

Of course, you can follow the standard scheme and use brick or gas concrete blocks, but installing them will take a lot of time and effort and leave behind mountains of waste. KNAUF sheets are moisture-resistant and perfectly suit this task — they contain additives that reduce water absorption, making them easy to install and prepare for tile finishing. Additional protection will be provided by hydro-isolation, which is simply applied to the gypsum board facing.

Design: Svetlana Gavrilova

Hallway

Idea: Separate the entry zone

Do you have a studio and want to separate the common space from the entrance zone, reduce noise levels, and minimize dust?

You can mount a wall to create a hallway. In this case, you need to consider sound and thermal insulation of the wall. KNAUF boards are an excellent solution: they retain heat, and sound insulation can be installed inside the structure. On such a wall, you can easily hang a mirror, a coat rack, or heavier items like shelves — for this purpose, it is enough to provide double-layered facing on both sides of the partition and use proper fasteners.

Design: Lauri Brothers

Design: Irina Stepanets

Cover design: Project by Irina Nosova