Moveable Walls
For Spaces That Grow Alongside Your Business.
In today’s fast-paced business environment, having a workspace that adapts to your evolving needs is crucial. Moveable walls, also known as demountable or architectural walls, provide the flexibility to reconfigure your office layout quickly and efficiently, ensuring your space grows alongside your business.
Are There Any Downsides to Using Moveable Walls?
There really is only one major downside to using modular walls… their price. Moveable walls do have a larger sticker price than putting up a drywall partition.
Drywall will usually cost in the range of $5 to $6 per square foot, or $400+ for nine feet of wall (a typical length for one side of a private office). However, this price doesn’t account for painting, doors, electrical or data cabling, or any other work you might need to have done before your space is ready to go. Alternatively, a nine-foot length of demountable walls could cost $4500 but this price includes installation, finishing, cabling and doors.
Clearly moveable walls do cost more upfront and whether or additional flexibility and reduced cost of changes offered by moveable walls justify that premium is a question that only you can answer for your business.
Moveable Wall Features & Specs
Moveable wall systems are highly customized, there really is no “standard” wall configuration so there are also few “standard” specs and features. However, there are a few features that hold through the entire scope of the line.
- Efficient and agile – Easily installs, adapts, and reinstalls, without disruption, dust, or excessive downtime.
- Damage-free installation – Touches the building lightly with mechanical fasteners only at the slab.
- Acoustical privacy of fixed walls – Provides the acoustical performance needed to meet the speech privacy and confidentiality requirements of any office.
- Highly customizable – Design the exact configuration of styles, colours, finishes, heights and lengths to best suit your vision for your space.
Endless Customization Options
When designing your moveable wall system, the customization possibilities are virtually limitless. Choose from:
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Panel Materials: Metal, laminate, writeable whiteboard, upholstered wall coverings, wood, or clear and patterned glass. Combine finishes for a unique look—for instance, glass panels on the top third and laminate or whiteboard on the bottom two-thirds.
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Hardware Choices: Traditional hinged doors, sliding doors, and an array of pulls, knobs, and handles in various finishes.
With thousands of combinations available, you can create the perfect aesthetic and functionality to suit your workspace.
Ideal Scenarios for Moveable Walls
Moveable walls are an excellent choice when:
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You plan to reconfigure or relocate your office within the next 10 to 15 years.
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You want to incorporate modern design elements like sliding doors or floor-to-ceiling glass.
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You prioritize long-term ROI and sustainability, minimizing waste and maximizing reuse.
For businesses planning future renovations, moveable walls eliminate the cost and waste of traditional drywall. Additionally, features like sliding doors and glass panels often make moveable walls more competitive with traditional alternatives, both in cost and functionality. Companies focused on environmental responsibility and long-term value will benefit from the zero-waste reconfigurability of moveable walls.
Scenarios Where Moveable Walls May Not Fit
While moveable walls offer significant benefits, they’re not ideal for every situation. Consider alternatives if:
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The space is industrial and exposed to moisture or the elements.
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Your office layout is fixed and unlikely to change over time.
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You’re focused purely on lowest upfront cost, as traditional drywall typically has a lower initial price.
Moveable walls provide the most value when flexibility and long-term savings are priorities. If your needs align with static layouts or extreme environmental conditions, purpose-built alternatives may be a better fit.
