With the Oscars coming up on February 24, I couldn’t resist this little play on words, particularly because I think a screen is probably one of the most striking decor components in a space. There are many stunning and intriguing displays from numerous galleries and big-ticket design resources, and I believe that you’ll be astounded by the creativity in these designs. So far as I can see, there is a screen to inspire each kind of home decor atmosphere. And now I welcome you to cast your ballot for one of the options below. — Gail from Dezignlicious

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Art Deco–Inspired Five-Part Lacquered Screen

I’m a big art deco enthusiast, and this fanciful five-panel screen would do justice to any sophisticated living space.

B&B Italia

Softwall

Modern layout is constantly seeking ways to reevaluate how we operate in a space. This believed Softwall was made to split up an area in a room or workplace and to function as a storage wall to get small, infrequently used objects. Pretty smart, no?

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Phillip Lloyd Powell Pierced ‘New Hope’ Floor Screens at

If your layout bent is art nouveau, these displays are only the thing for you. The sinuous tendrils are hand-carved from walnut by noted woodworker Phillip Lloyd Powell.

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Venini Suspended Murano Glass Components Screen

This is yummy Murano elegance at an 1960s multicolored glass screen from Venini. This would cause me to ooh and ah when I saw it hanging in a room.

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Picasso Theme Folding Screen

There is no need to go to the museum to get a Picasso fix. Simply put this creative floor screen in a corner of your living area and voilà!

Higgins Glass Studio

Rondelay

A Higgins Glass Rondelay wall screen is a joy to behold. The glass pieces were made in the 1960s, so this piece has some background. Letting it hang in the ceiling creates a living room divider for all to behold.

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Gaetano Pesce Screen

This room divider has yellowish lacquered shelves that tilt out. It’s sort of a screen-meets-bookshelf. Produced by Gaetano Pesce in 1982, there is a lot of layout bang for the dollar in this little wonder.

Niedermaier Furniture

Cubist Screen

I love a screen made from movable pieces. It allows the light softly pass through and creates a really interesting vertical wall. This one is made from brown mahogany.

Art & Tradition

Screen #0410012

This is another version of a screen with movable panels joined together. The clean white lacquer squares are really striking.

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Piero Fornasetti Pompeiana Folding Screen

If you do not know about Piero Fornasetti and his wonderful designs, here is a great place to start. The whimsical reality within this fold display definitely makes this a collector’s item.

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Undulating Large Screen Floor Lamp

This undulating screen also functions as a floor lamp! It’s kind of a cool, sexy combination, don’t you believe? The screen consists of woven rattan coated in a soft fabric that enables the light to shine through.

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Four Panel Folding Screen

This French fold screen in the 1960s has a boldly colored checkerboard motif that is superb. It would be so fun mixed into a contemporary room.

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Ateliers Jean Prouvé Screen

Just imagine this stunning detachable partition at a massive loft flat. How striking would this be? It’s a whole lot more intriguing than a Sheetrock wall if you want my opinion. This was created in the 1950s by the famed French architect Jean Prouvé.

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Vintage Midcentury Screen With Hard Edge Painting

This screen is painted in what is called a Tough Edge style. I was surprised to see it attributed to the 1960s, but that does not take away from its odd styling and impact.

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Ultra Chic Modernist 6-Paneled Mirrored Screen

There is nothing more classic than a beveled mirrored screen. Chic and sophisticated with modernist overtones, this you would literally shine in a living room or dining area. It’s a stunning silver-leafed backside as well.

Sophie Coryndon

‘Mercury Rising’ Screen

This floor screen takes the prize for artistic creativity. Produced by British artist Sophie Coryndon, it is an outstanding example of Japanese lacquer techniques and gold leafing. The fabulous alligator baying at the moon is non-stop wonderful.

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Mobile Elements Screen

This screen is part of a modern furniture group from Cassina known as “Mobile Elements” The designer, Antonio Citterio, wanted to make simple pieces that might easily be moved around the workplace or home to make privacy. I love the bright orange color and believe the idea is just so very smart.

Mondo Collection

Woven Straw Screen

Nada Debs comes in Morocco, and her floor screen has a little exotic touch. The woven straw feel filters light gently while still keeping a feeling of privacy.

Richard Shapiro Antiques and Works of Art

Bordoni Leather Screen

I simply had to share with you a conventional leather screen with nailheads. This Bordoni leather screen is an excellent example of traditional design. Screens of this type are always believed in good taste by one and all, and they may look stunning in modern and traditional homes.

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Studded Screen

How chic is that this studded patent leather screen? It’s screaming 1970s “razzamatazz” around!

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Screen or Five-Set Wall Panels

One of my favorite for art deco–style furnishings in Los Angeles is Anne Hauck Antiques. I was thrilled to come upon this collection of five wall panels executed in the style of Jean Dunand, yet another fairly famous art deco furniture designer you must be conscious of. The black lacquer and gold foliage variations are stunning.

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Wood Screen by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller

A re-issue of a famous designer’s work could be a way to buy something in excellent condition at a much cheaper price point. Herman Miller did just that using an original folding panel wood screen layout from celebrated artists Charles and Ray Eames.

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Modernist Folding Screen

Simplicity meets elegance in this 1950s modernist folding screen made from fabric and metal. I believe this would slip superbly to a state house or a superb home at the beach.

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Pair of Asian Wall Screens or Room Dividers

These floor screens/room dividers have been created from timber and are replete with Asian layout symbols. The peeling paint adds to their mystery and charm. I would love to see them in a contemporary area as a sudden contrast to sleek modern decor.

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Spring Screen

This living room divider, made up of metal springs, is a free-form design that may be customized to fit your home. Truth be told, I used one just like it to separate a dining room/living space place in an apartment in New York City. It seemed smashing!

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