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Hidden doors/foldaway wall?

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ODFOx · 11/04/2022 23:01

We're extending and I don't want the space to be open plan most of the time, but definitely sometimes.
I thought of perhaps a wall of bespoke bookcases which pivot out of the way or fold like a chunky bifold? The space to fill is approx 4m long. When closed I'd like it be as soundproof as a normal wall if possible, so that the rooms feel truly separate.
Does anyone have any ideas or recommendations? Thank you

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Ribb · 12/04/2022 01:00

I've been looking at similar options but haven't seen anything that fits yet. Hope some others have good ideas.

WhereYouLeftIt · 12/04/2022 01:47

If you have a search on "gib doors" you might find some useful info. Gib doors aren't what you're looking for, they're a hidden door in a fixed wall, but the mechanisms (hinges, slides etc.) might point you in the right direction.

Hidden doors/foldaway wall?
ODFOx · 13/04/2022 22:28

I found these hinges. Does anyone else have any experience if this type of design? Thanks

www.fritsjurgens.com/projects/bookcase-door-with-hidden-pivot-hinges

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parietal · 14/04/2022 09:46

I think your biggest challenge will be getting the sound insulation. A regular door is fairly thin light weight material that works on thin hinges. A wall with proper sound insulation is big & heavy. Getting a big heavy thing to work on hinges is not easy. Something that slides on wheels might work better.

this one is very cool

www.wired.com/2014/11/moving-walls-transform-tiny-apartment-5-room-home/

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