Brilliant Stones

Imagine living in a palace, surrounded by emerald studded walls and carpets of pearls. Well, that might be a bit much, but what if you could create a fraction of it within the walls of your home?

Separate the dining area with a glass column that extends up to three-fourth of the height of the room. All you need is two glass sheets fitted into a wall, at one end. Seal off the other end with glass.

The sheets should have about a 2 inch gap between them. Fill this space with sparkling semi precious stones or artificial pearls. This royal screen is sure to take your guests' breath away.

If you don't want to spend a fortune, fill the column with white or coloured pebbles. They are cheaper but equally lovely. You could also include an inbuilt water fountain. The sound of gurgling water through the pebbles will create that serene, natural setting for your living room.

Ornate Carvings

Don't bother drawing the curtains of your oversized bedroom windows every time you need to change. Simply add an exquisite screen to your bedroom for a perfect little changing room.

Try using a carved, lacquered wooden divider to give your room that ornate touch. You could fold it up when you need the extra space. You could use such a screen in the living room too.

For that ethnic feel, get an exclusive Kashmiri screen with intricate lattice work. Pick one up from any handicraft emporium or exhibition.

Rustic Weaves

If your living room is made up of divaans and canvas curtains in a carefree setting, consider thin matting to divide your rooms. It evokes a sense of freedom as the mats sway easily with the breeze.

A steadier but equally interesting option is bamboo or cane shoots tied together. For that structured look arrange them in a tight fashion.