Drywall, also known in the building industry as gypsum board, is used extensively throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. In the early 1900s, drywall began to gain ground over the use of plaster walls. The installation of drywall saves time and money on product and labor. The gypsum, sandwiched between two layers of paper, does have inherent fire resistant properties. These properties and its sound absorbing abilities can be increased by layering or different facings. Combine these qualities with drywall’s easy acceptance of any finish from paint to wall covering and it’s become the standard wall material in the United States. I must say, I appreciate the ability to dramatically change a room just by splashing on a fabulous new paint color. But wait, there are so many wonderful alternatives waiting to be discovered and used. Let’s start with wood, reclaimed, repurposed, laser cut, and even woven!
These laser cut plywood panels, backed with color, make a powerful statement with energy, interest, and visual privacy.
Woven panels made from reclaimed plantation grown sugar and coconut palm trees are curvaceous and lush. If that’s not enough, the screen they create can provide visual and acoustical disconnection.
With just a little creativity, stock lumber creates a remarkably vibrant almost kinetic sculptural wall.
Lean ribbons of rich dark wood weave through copper pipes to elevate them both for a partition with true texture and personality. Click for the DIY instructions.
Giving new life to sun shade and separation, this open laser cut panel adds vitality and sophistication to a sleeping suite.
Display and storage are fantastic partners and allow light to penetrate in to an interior space while softly splitting room functions.
I’ll be sharing many more exciting wall options so follow my blog and Like ImaginEco on facebook for daily design tips and inspiration. Check out my favorite exterior wall materials as well. It’s your turn to empower your life with exhilarating design.
Denise
Love these! I’m happy that you showed both commercial and residential applications. Looking forward to the next post.
Thrilled that you like them. So many more to come! Thanks for your comment, HammerLikeAGirl.
Wonderfully beautiful alternatives!
Martha, so happy you enjoyed them. I’m sharing many more soon!
Denise , I just LOVE these designs and applications J So very beautiful and all the light that it provides . How are you ? We should get together soon .
Beth
So glad you like them, Beth. My motto is question every thing including boring standards! Yes, let’s get together…I’m flexible.
Awesome