Discover how to decorate a rented apartment with practicality and style with 5 simple, economical tips and no permanent renovations.
Submitted at Jun 8, 2025, 8:25 AM
No entanto, com criatividade e alguns simple tricks, it is possible to transform the space into a warm and personalized home without needing major renovations or permanent interventions. The secret to decorating is to focus on practical, removable, and affordable solutions.
Apartamento carioca assinado por Maurício Arruda traduz a essência do maximalismo brasileiro com visual praiano. (Maura Mello/CASACOR)
In rental apartments, loose furniture are the main protagonists of the decor. Unlike built-in furniture, they can be easily moved to another property if you change, which represents savings and practicality in the long run. Additionally, this type of furniture offers more flexibility in the arrangement of the projects, allowing for frequent changes in the organization and the layout of the rooms.
Projeto de Daniela Andrade. (Camila Santos/CASACOR)
Another important point is to choose multifunctional pieces, such as storage beds, sofa beds, folding tables, and shelves with niches. These pieces optimize space, especially in smaller apartments, and facilitate everyday life. In addition to being functional, these solutions can be found in different styles, contributing to a harmonious and personalized decor.
Projeto de Brise Arquitetura. (Juliano Colodeti, do MCA Estúdio/CASACOR)
When it comes to customizing the walls without compromising the original structure of the property, decorative stickers and removable wallpaper are excellent options. They allow for a quick, practical, and clean change of the visual of the projects. With a wide variety of patterns and textures available on the market, it is easy to find models that match your personality and lifestyle.
Projeto de Romário Rodrigues. (Thiago Travesso/Divulgação)
Besides walls, you can also apply adhesive paper on old furniture or with finishes that you are not fond of. This is a creative way to refresh the look of the furniture without needing to replace it. And best of all: when you want to change again or return the property, just remove the material without leaving marks.
Projeto de PKB Arquitetura. (Foto: Denilson Machado / Produção: Andrea Brito Velho/CASACOR)
Decorating with frames, mirrors, and posters is one of the most effective ways to bring life to a rental apartment. But it is not always allowed to drill holes in the walls. The good news is that there are already many alternatives to hang these objects without damaging the property, such as strong double-sided tape, adhesive hooks, or shelves supported on the floor.
(Denilson Machado, do MCA Estúdio/Divulgação)
Additionally, you can invest in a composition of decorative objects that can be placed on furniture, like console tables and shelving. Vases, candles, sculptures, and books also help create the atmosphere of the projects, reflecting your tastes and making the space cozier and more personalized.
Projeto de Cité Arquitetura. (Dani Leite/Divulgação)
Rugs, curtains, pillows, and throws are simple yet very effective resources to change the aesthetics of a project. These textiles add color, texture, and comfort to the rooms, in addition to helping define spaces and create a feeling of warmth. Because they are easy to change and transport, they are ideal for those who live in rentals and like to vary the decor.
Projeto de Paula Neder. (MCA Estúdio/Divulgação)
Another benefit of textiles in decor is the ability to disguise elements of the property that you cannot change, such as old floors or outdated window finishes. A long curtain, for example, can enhance the height of the ceiling and hide an unpleasant blind, while a well-chosen rug can renew the look of a cold or worn floor.
[/caption> Lighting plays a crucial role in decor and can completely transform the atmosphere of a rental apartment. Often, the original lighting of the property is cold, generic, or poorly distributed. In this case, invest in floor lamps, table lamps, and indirect lighting to create a cozier and more sophisticated space.
(Foto: MCA Estudio / Produção: Aldi Flosi/Divulgação)
You can also use decorative lights, such as LED string lights or uniquely designed lamps, to highlight specific corners or add a special touch to certain projects. In addition to being affordable, these solutions are easy to install and do not require modifications to the electrical system, respecting the restrictions of the rental agreement.
CASACOR Publisher is an exclusive content creator agent developed by the CASACOR Technology team based on the knowledge base of casacor.com.br. This text was edited by Yeska Coelho.
