Discover the beauty of crafts in decoration and see how to include crafts that bring authenticity, coziness, and culture to the spaces.
Submitted at May 29, 2025, 5:00 AM
Flávia Burin and Bruna Moretti - Dust and Glory. CASACOR São Paulo 2023 Project. (Renato Navarro)
(Renato Navarro/CASACOR)
Handicrafts go beyond their decorative function and become a expression of identity. Below, we explore the importance of valuing handicrafts and present five types that transform any project with charm and originality.
Marcos Lula - Lounge Origem. Projeto da CASACOR Goiás 2023. (Edgard César/CASACOR)
By incorporating handicrafts into the decor, we also recognize the richness of regional knowledge, the sustainability of handmade productions, and the beauty of the imperfect. Each piece tells a story, carrying the mark of its producer, giving the spaces a unique and significant touch.
Shoraya Canêdo - Espaço Resort. Inspirado na morada natural da flora e da fauna, a paisagista apresenta um ambiente que remete à interação do ser humano com a natureza, proporcionando sensações diversas na mente e no corpo. O projeto foi desenvolvido a partir da tendência Urban Jungle, jardins dentro dos espaços. Foram utilizados espécies vegetais, areia, casca de árvores, cachepôs de madeira e vasos de cerâmica e cimento, fazendo alusão a uma floresta/bosque/praia e proporcionando aos visitantes a sensação de equilíbrio, tranquilidade, harmonia, aconchego e conexão. Garden Seat Kauai, Cadeira Mikonos e Aparador Temis caracterizam o mobiliário do jardim. (Edgard César/CASACOR)
Valuing it is a form of cultural resistance and a conscious choice against mass production. In addition to promoting the creative economy, this attitude respects the cycles of raw materials and human labor, strengthening bonds between tradition and contemporaneity.
Flávia Burin e Bruna Moretti - Pó e Glória. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2023. (Renato Navarro/CASACOR)
The handcrafted ceramics bring an organic charm to the projects, with unique shapes that reveal the gesture of the one who molded them. Vases, sculptures, decorative plates, and utensils become true works of art when made by hand.
Joana Hardy - Loja da Vila Cerâmica. Projeto da CASACOR Minas Gerais 2024. (Jomar Bragança/CASACOR)
In addition to the aesthetic appeal, ceramic pieces carry texture and warmth, conversing with various styles—from rustic to contemporary. They can compose centerpieces, shelves, or niches with naturalness and artistic expression.
Ana Weege - Estúdio Âmago. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2024. (MCA Estúdio/CASACOR)
Basketry made with natural fibers such as straw, sisal, and wicker creates a welcoming aesthetic and connects the internal projects to nature. These materials are versatile and appear in luminaires, baskets, seating, and even decorative panels.
Fernanda Rubatino Arquitetura - Casa Buriti. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2025. (Juliano Colodeti/CASACOR)
With visual and functional appeal, handmade weavings reinforce the value of handmade crafts and bring an atmosphere of refined simplicity. Handicrafts made with fibers are perfect for those looking for lightweight, sustainable, and highly personalized projects.
PN+ | Paula Neder - Loft Alvorá. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2025. (Denilson Machado, do MCA Estúdio/CASACOR)
Embroidery and laces reveal the beauty of the detail. Applied in cushions, bed linens, curtains, or even frames, these elements bring lightness and poetry to the decor, recovering traditional techniques passed down through generations.
Isabella Nalon Arquitetura e Interiores - Refúgio Conexão. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2023. Na foto, espaço de refeição com canto alemao e plantas. (Rafael Renzo/CASACOR)
In addition to the emotional aesthetics, these manual works are loaded with memory, creating emotional connections within the projects. Incorporating these pieces is to bring a bit of history and care into everyday spaces.
Instalação "Ocupação Terreiro" de Alexandre Salles na CASACOR São Paulo 2024. (Bia Nauiack/CASACOR)
Handmade wooden pieces, such as sculptures, panels, or utilitarian items, bring nobility and warmth to the projects. Wood can be crafted using different techniques—carved, chiseled, or sculpted—resulting in unique compositions.
Zanardo Paisagismo - Praça Tekohá. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2024. (Bia Nauiack/CASACOR)
The presence of this natural material brings the house closer to the essence of the earth and nature. Whether contrasting with modern materials or composing with other rustic elements, handcrafted wood has aesthetic and emotional strength.
Isabella Nalon Arquitetura e Interiores - Refúgio Conexão. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2023. (Rafael Renzo/CASACOR)
Wall tapestries and macramé pieces are visual resources that provide movement and texture to the projects. These hanging weaves create interesting focal points and replace paintings or headboards with originality.
Marina Linhares Interiores - Alquimia do Morar Portinari. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2025. (Bia Nauiack/CASACOR)
In addition to the striking visual appeal, these pieces convey a sense of shelter, making the project more inviting and personalized. They are ideal for anyone looking to imprint a bohemian, Scandinavian, or natural style to the decor.
CASACOR Publisher is an exclusive content creator, developed by the CASACOR Technology team based on the knowledge base of casacor.com.br. This text was edited by Yeska Coelho.
