textile softwall | flexible freestanding partition
textile softwall | flexible freestanding partition
textile softwall is a modern room divider and flexible partition which may be shaped in countless curved or linear formations. When stored compressed, the folding wall shrinks to the thickness of a book. From its condensed state, it expands to an impressive 15 feet (4.5 meters) long, or any length between.
the moveable wall can be spontaneously arranged as a room divider and acoustic partition to absorb sound and establish privacy, or to create a striking backdrop for an event or performance. As a modular system, belonging to molo’s larger collection of paper furniture, each softwall + softblock has magnetic end panels that connect these flexible building blocks to create longer partitions and immersive, sculptural installations.
made from layers of textile structured with flexible honeycomb geometry, the walls are a new building material—relinquishing notions of rigid space making in favour of sustainable design to accommodate change over time and to encourage responsible material use.
recognized for elegant design and innovation, softwall is held in the Museum of Modern Art’s permanent collection and winner of the prestigious Danish INDEX Award, for Design to Improve Life.
design by Stephanie Forsythe + Todd MacAllen
portable folding wall
the honeycomb geometry and soft material allows softwall to flex and curve, creating straight walls or serpentine structures. The walls flat-pack for portability and storage, expanding up to 15 feet (4.5 meters) or any length between.
magnetic connectors
the final layer of softwall + softblock is a magnetic panel that folds on itself for stability, connects multiple walls and blocks to one another, or anchors the elements to ferrous surfaces.
colour
white textile, made to order for molo, is a translucent bright white that has an impressive colour consistency over time.
black textile has an opaque sheen reminiscent of charred wood that highlights the subtle pattern of its fibres. For a nuanced tone-on-tone effect, pair black textile with the deep saturated flat black of paper softwall + softblock.
aluminum textile is micro-coated with the actual metal, creating a lively yet soft range of reflected light and shadow across the pleated surface of the folding partitions.
custom colour partitions are also available
material
the translucent white textile softwall + softblock have a visually delicate appearance reminiscent of Japanese washi paper, and the pattern of its fine fibres comes to life when illuminated. A non-woven textile made from polyethylene (HDPE), the material is anti-static (repels dust), tear-resistant and water-resistant. Made to order for molo, our textile is a bright white that has an impressive colour consistency over time. It is easy to maintain and can be wiped clean with a soft cloth, water and liquid dish soap.
textile softwall and its paper sibling are 100% recyclable; both have been welcomed into Google Portico’s catalogue of healthy building materials.
acoustic partition
freestanding and completely flexible acoustic panels, the internal honeycomb structure and pleated surfaces of softwall + softblock break up reflected sound and provide acoustic absorption, enhancing speech clarity and creating acoustically calm rooms.
download acoustic data at the links in the documentation section below.
LED
optional LED ribbons wind through the honeycomb cells to transform white textile softwall into an expressive, luminous space partition.
felt handle + anchor strip
the optional steel strip accessory is powder-coated flat white and anchors the magnetic end panel of softwall to any solid surface. When paired with a felt handle, it creates a sliding door evocative of shōji.
hook for softwall
for storage or cleaning, a stainless steel hook can be used to hang compressed paper or textile softwalls from a solid wall or cabinet.
documentation
fire rating
acoustics
electrical
product information
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