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5 tips to use frames in different projects (and inspirations)

When choosing decorative frames with intention, each wall ceases to be just a background and starts to tell a story.

By CASACOR Publisher

Submitted at Aug 5, 2025, 9:42 AM

08 min de leitura
Dado Castello Branco Architecture - Living of the Collector. Project of CASACOR São Paulo 2025.

Dado Castello Branco Architecture - Living of the Collector. Project of CASACOR São Paulo 2025. (Fran Parente)

Decorative frames serve a role in the projects that goes beyond aesthetics. When well chosen and positioned, they help shape the atmosphere of a room, bringing balance, visual interest, and even emotional narratives to the home. It's not just about filling empty spaces on the walls, but about translating the identity of those who live there.
Milcent Architecture - Philco Living Room. Project of CASACOR Bahia 2025.

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

By exploring the possibilities of decorative frames, it is possible to create harmony even in small spaces or with a more neutral palette. The secret lies in understanding the impact that these pieces have on the projects and using them strategically, respecting proportions, styles, and contexts.

Effect of Frames in Different Projects


Each project in the house calls for a distinct visual composition. In social spaces, such as living and dining rooms, decorative frames help host with personality. In bedrooms, they can create a sense of coziness – functioning almost as an extension of the fabrics and lighting in the area.
Wesley Lemos - Art Room. Project of CASACOR Bahia 2025.

Wesley Lemos - Saleta d’Arte. Projeto da CASACOR Bahia 2025. (Denilson Machado/CASACOR)

Transit areas or service areas also benefit from the presence of art on the walls, bringing lightness and even making everyday paths more interesting. The use of decorative frames in these spaces does not need to follow a conventional logic, opening room for freer and more creative compositions.

How to Include Decorative Frames in the Decoration


The choice and positioning of decorative frames vary according to the project. Below, see specific suggestions for the main rooms in the house:

Living Room


This is the place where frames gain the most prominence. They can be positioned above the sofa, forming a symmetrical or organic gallery, or can occupy entire walls, creating an atmosphere of an art gallery. The important thing is to respect the proportion of the furniture and the color palette of the project.
Daniela Lopes - Living Carmel. Project of CASACOR Bahia 2025.

Daniela Lopes - Living Carmel. Projeto da CASACOR Bahia 2025. (Bia Nauiack/CASACOR)

Dining Room


Here, the choice of frames can enhance the experience at the table. Images related to nature, gastronomy, or contemporary art work well. Betting on a large piece or a more subtle set helps balance the decoration without taking the focus away from the interaction.
Meet the apartment filled with art by architect Bianca da Hora. In the photo, dining room with paintings and a bar.

Projeto de Bianca da Hora. (Fotos: Denilson Machado, do MCA Estúdio / Produção visual: Aldi Flosi/Divulgação)

Bedroom


In the bedroom, decorative frames should dialogue with the sense of coziness and relaxation. Compositions over the headboard or sides of the bed, in soft tones or with sensory themes, are welcome. Lighter frames and abstract or photographic images bring serenity to the project.
Dinah Lins - Loft Without Rush. Project of CASACOR Bahia 2025.

Dinah Lins - Loft Sem Pressa. Projeto da CASACOR Bahia 2025. (Bia Nauiack/CASACOR)

Transit Areas


Hallways, halls, and staircases gain interest with well-positioned frames. This is the ideal space to explore photographic series, vertical compositions, or small grouped frames. The linearity of the project favors sequential visual narratives and slimmer frames.
Frezza & Figueiredo Architecture and Interiors - Amado Hotel. Project of CASACOR São Paulo 2025.

Frezza & Figueiredo Arquitetura e Interiores - Amado Hotel. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2025. (Carolina Mossin/CASACOR)

Bathrooms


Even in humid projects, decorative frames can be used with resistant materials and adequate protection. They break the monotony of cold walls and bring irreverence or sophistication to the space. Phrases, minimalist drawings, or botanical images work well in these cases.
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CASACOR São Paulo 2016. Banheiro Unissex 2 - Gustavo Neves. (Divulgação/CASACOR)

CASACOR Publisher is an exclusive content creation agent, developed by the CASACOR Technology team based on the knowledge base of casacor.com.br. This text was edited by Yeska Coelho.