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4. Divide a large room. Whether you have an overwhelmingly large great room, or you live in a one-room apartment, slat walls can separate spaces and help define areas. In this home in Barcelona, Spain, a wooden screen separates the dining space from the kitchen, while allowing the chef to still see and hear guests. The screen also adds an interesting texture to both spaces, giving the home a Zen-bohemian vibe.
Keeping the flooring consistent — in this case, wood across the office and staircase — is another way to enlarge a space visually.
5. Create a focal point. Although slat walls offer a functional, practical way to separate spaces, they can also be an artistic way to make a decorative statement. Wooden slats create interesting light patterns and shadows, and are generally unexpected in homes. Consider using slats in unanticipated ways: for hanging pots in a kitchen or creating a bedroom headboard, for instance. Here, art and everyday items are mixed on wide wooden slats. With alternating slats on both sides, this type of wall could also hide coats or a small office behind it — easy to access but out of sight.
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