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10 projects from CASACOR inspire the use of musical instruments in the décor

Incorporating musical instruments into the decor is a way to bring aesthetics and identity closer, transforming functional objects into protagonists of the house.

By Milena Garcia

Submitted at Nov 17, 2025, 6:20 PM

08 min de leitura
Incorporar instrumentos musicais à decoração é uma forma de aproximar estética e identidade, transformando objetos funcionais em protagonistas da casa

Incorporar instrumentos musicais à decoração é uma forma de aproximar estética e identidade, transformando objetos funcionais em protagonistas da casa (CASACOR/CASACOR)

Musical instruments go beyond their practical function and, when they enter domestic life, become pieces loaded with memory, style, and sensitivity. In many homes, they appear discreetly, leaning against a corner or stored inside cases. But when they take center stage in decoration, they reveal stories and strengthen the connection between the residents and their spaces.
Milcent Architecture - Philco Living Room. CASACOR Bahia 2025 Project.

Milcent Arquitetura - Estar Philco. Projeto da CASACOR Bahia 2025. (Camila Santos/CASACOR)

Integrating musical instruments into decoration does not demand theatrical scenarios or thematic projects. The strength lies in the naturalness they present: a guitar leaning against the wall, a piano that transforms into the center of the living space, a cello that becomes a silent sculpture. The presence of these objects expands the narrative of the house and introduces an aesthetic gesture that unites culture, affection, and rhythm of life.
Jonathan Sousa and Lucas Ohara Nakaguma - Ressoar. Project of CASACOR Ribeirão Preto 2025.

Jonathan Sousa e Lucas Ohara Nakaguma - Ressoar. “Alguém que carrega no corpo e na alma as marcas de viagens pelo mundo, o olhar curioso e uma relação íntima e intensa com a música.” É para essa persona imaginária que Jonathan Souza e Lucas Ohara Nakaguma criaram um refúgio emocional, onde o som é contemplado com pausa e presença. O layout curvo abraça e acolhe, e a iluminação baixa e pontual convida à introspecção e ao silêncio. A estante, protagonista do espaço, “é o vazio a ser preenchido pelas histórias da persona que criamos”. Das montanhas chilenas veio a inspiração para a paleta de cores; as texturas naturais, como a do piso cerâmico, remetem a essa particularidade das casas brasileiras. (Felipe Cuine/CASACOR)

Symbols of personality in decoration


Incorporating musical instruments into decoration brings benefits that go beyond aesthetic appeal. These objects introduce texture, shape, and depth to projects, functioning as pieces that enrich the visual composition without the need for major changes. A well-placed instrument can fill an empty corner, balance proportions, or create a point of interest that can completely transform the atmosphere of the space.

José Diego Torrico - Atelier de las Artes. Project from CASACOR Bolivia 2025.

Another advantage is the ability of musical instruments to connect affections and personal narratives. They carry stories and, when exposed, reveal nuances of the residents' personalities spontaneously. Additionally, the presence of these items stimulates everyday use, inviting pause and creativity. Thus, the space gains beauty, purpose, and an extra layer of authenticity.

Andrea Ruiz Caro Caipo - Music Lounge + Private Room. CASACOR Peru 2024 project.

Andrea Ruiz Caro Caipo - Salón de Música + Private Room. Projeto da CASACOR Peru 2024. (Renzo Rebagliati/CASACOR)

Tips for incorporating musical instruments into decoration


Before positioning musical instruments throughout the house, it's worth observing how they interact with movement, lighting, and the style of the project. Small adjustments can already make them expressive decorative elements. Below are some suggestions for incorporating them naturally into the space.

Gláucia Britto Architecture - Piano Bar. Project of CASACOR Minas Gerais 2025.

Gláucia Britto Arquitetura - Piano Bar. Um ambiente pensado para celebrar os encontros, a boa música e os momentos que realmente importam, onde o protagonista é o piano. Os tons terrosos se misturam aos metais dourados, criando uma atmosfera quente, acolhedora e, ao mesmo tempo, sofisticada. Obras de arte cuidadosamente escolhidas trazem personalidade e remetem um estilo de vida onde o bem-viver se conecta ao amor pela estética, pelas cores e pela presença marcante da cultura, que envolve todo o cômodo. (Gustavo Xavier/CASACOR)

Display the instrument as a work of art

Hanging or supporting musical instruments on the wall creates immediate visual impact and values their sculptural forms. Violas, guitars, and ukuleles work especially well in this type of arrangement, dialoguing with framed pictures, niches, and shelves. It is a solution that mixes practicality and artistic expression.

Marcelo Lopes - Bistrot. Project of CASACOR Paraná 2025.

Marcelo Lopes - Bistrot. Projeto da CASACOR Paraná 2025. (Samuel Berger/CASACOR)

Flavio Dalla Costa - Musician's Studio. Project of CASACOR Tocantins 2024.

Flavio Dalla Costa - Estúdio do Músico. O projeto é um tributo ao estilo de vida urbano de um jovem apaixonado por instrumentos de corda. O arquiteto traz o ar industrial com destaque para as instalações aparentes, paredes e forro de concreto bruto, além de um piso de madeira que adiciona um toque de aconchego. Mobiliário de couro complementa o design urbano e despojado, e os instrumentos de corda, além de serem usados para a prática musical, se tornam elementos decorativos que refletem a personalidade criativa do morador, que no mesmo ambiente pode descansar e curtir a sua paixão pela música. (Edgard César/CASACOR)

Create a focal point with large instruments

Pianos, keyboards, or cellos can become the protagonists of large projects. By using an instrument as a focal point, the space gains depth and character, even without complex interventions. The secret lies in integrating it into movement and furniture smoothly.

Cecília Lemos Arquitetura - Sala Prosa. The project expresses regionalism and cultural traits, uniting the history of the Chanteclair building with Pernambucan artistic manifestations. It is a <strong>project</strong> for meeting and exchanging emotions, and it was designed to have the atmosphere where music and art are involved in a true symbiosis. The doors invite one to go back in time, just as the <strong>project</strong> invites one to return to our roots. Wooden and cork squares refer to the adobe houses, along with the black and white checkered floor reminiscent of the dance floors used in the golden periods of Chanteclair.

Utilize shelves and niches for small instruments

Harmonicas, mouth organs, flutes, bongos, and other smaller instruments can be distributed in niches, shelves, and racks, adding texture and variety to the decor. They function almost as small-scale sculptures, enriching the composition without requiring major changes.

Marcelo Salum - Chez Odara. Project of CASACOR Santa Catarina 2022.

Marcelo Salum - Chez Odara. Projeto da CASACOR Santa Catarina 2022. (Denilson Machado/CASACOR)

Integrate functional supports into daily life

Floor supports, hooks, or pedestals help keep the instrument accessible for those who play, without compromising the aesthetic of the project. They are ideal solutions for those who use music in their daily lives, as they combine care, practicality, and beauty.

Genésio Maranhão - Samba de ¼. Project of CASACOR Goiás 2025.

Genésio Maranhão - Samba de ¼. Projeto da CASACOR Goiás 2025. (Edgard César/CASACOR)

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