softwall - flexible partitions

molo softwall is a flexible, space-defining room divider that stands apart with its playful, lightweight, and poetic expression. This modular, award-winning* partition can extend up to 4.5 metres (15 ft) and can be connected to create longer configurations whenever needed. molo softwall is therefore ideal for elegantly dividing open-plan offices, creating rooms within rooms, temporarily partitioning restaurants, exhibition stands, pop-up events, and stage sets.

Creates a kind of visual ambient peace and quiet.
Who the hell doesn't need that?

- Thomas Blachman

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A room divider that also improves acoustics

Noise is often a challenge in open-plan interiors. In open offices, for example, excessive noise and visual distractions can negatively affect concentration, wellbeing, and productivity. The construction and pleated surface of the molo softwall absorb sound (αw 0.5), significantly improving room acoustics. No room divider can eliminate sound completely. However, acoustic room dividers such as softwall effectively reduce reverberation and noticeably soften distracting conversations. This is why the elegant softwall is a popular choice for flexible zoning in restaurants, offices, and other open environments.

molo softwall can also create private spaces and zones within open-plan interiors.

molo softwall for flexible office layouts - and a popular alternative to meeting pods

Room dividers make it possible to create zones and spatial variation without permanent alterations. In open offices, softwall can define areas, provide privacy, and support different ways of working while maintaining a cohesive overall design. molo softwall is more flexible than most room dividers, making it an agile element in any interior. Use it as a conventional - yet highly flexible - partition, or create rooms within rooms as a lighter alternative to traditional meeting pods.

It's all about the perception of space

molo softwall was created by Canadian architect and design duo Stephanie Forsythe and Todd MacAllen. Together they have received numerous international design awards for their architecture and functional products. Their design philosophy is based on the belief that even the smallest elements influence our overall perception of space. This becomes immediately apparent when a softwall unfolds to its flexible length of 2 to 4.5 metres, effortlessly creating calming spaces that encourage focus and reflection.

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Available in multiple materials, sizes, and colours

softwall is available in kraft paper and textile, in heights of 152 cm, 183 cm, 244 cm, and 305 cm. Choose from white, aluminium, black, brown, glacier blue, deep blue, or forest green to find the softwall that perfectly complements your interior.

softwall in brown kraft paper - Photo by molo - @studio_molo

softwall room divider in kraft paper

If you are looking for a more organic expression, softwall in kraft paper is an excellent choice. It is available in slate black, natural brown, glacier blue, and deep blue, in heights of 152 cm, 183 cm, and 244 cm. The kraft paper contains recycled fibres and is 100% recyclable. Despite its impressive size, the softwall uses remarkably little material. In fact, when fully extended, it consists of approximately 99% air. These qualities make the kraft paper softwall one of the most sustainable room dividers we know. This was recognised in 2005 when softwall received the INDEX: Award - Design to Improve Life, presented by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark.

softwall in deep blue kraft paper - Photo by molo - @studio_molo

softwall in white textile - Photo by molo - @studio_molo

softwall room dividers in textile

You may recognise the textile material from security envelopes, festival wristbands, or roofing underlay. Made from spun-bonded PET fibres, the material is exceptionally durable, antistatic, UV resistant, and water resistant. These properties make molo softwall in textile a long-lasting and therefore sustainable solution. The material can even be cleaned with a damp cloth and mild soap, allowing even the white version to stay fresh and attractive for many years. Textile softwall is available in heights of 152 cm, 183 cm, 244 cm, and 305 cm, in translucent white, elegant black, metallic aluminium-coated, and forest green. Custom colours are available for larger projects.

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Atmospheric lighting

When you choose the white translucent textile softwall, you also gain the opportunity to create a unique ambient glow within your interior. The partition can be illuminated from within using integrated LED lighting, adding another layer to its already poetic expression.

softwall with integrated lighting - Photo by molo - @studio_molo

FAQ about room dividers and molo softwall

When is molo softwall the right choice?

molo softwall is ideal for interiors that need to be reconfigured quickly and easily. Its lightweight construction and elegant appearance make it perfect for environments where aesthetics, flexibility, and functionality are valued over permanent walls. In homes, it can be used to screen a home office or guest bed and create rooms within rooms whenever needed. For businesses and architects, molo softwall offers the freedom to work dynamically with space, function, and flow without committing to fixed structures. The result is a flexible environment that easily adapts to changing needs and new ways of working.

Can room dividers block sound?

Room dividers can reduce sound but cannot block it completely. Sound also travels via reflections from ceilings and walls, meaning that even tall partitions cannot eliminate all noise. A softwall room divider effectively softens distracting conversations and contributes to a calmer acoustic environment.

Are room dividers good at absorbing sound?

The sound absorption performance of a room divider depends on its material and surface structure. softwall features a distinctive construction with around 200 pleats on each side. This creates excellent sound diffusion and enables it to absorb sound effectively (αw 0.5), reducing reverberation and improving overall room acoustics.

How tall should a room divider be?

The height of a room divider has a significant impact on both visual privacy and acoustic performance. Taller partitions provide greater separation but can also appear more dominant within a space. molo softwall is available in heights up to 305 cm. The 152 cm and 183 cm models are ideal for light screening, while the 244 cm version is particularly well suited for creating private rooms within larger open spaces.