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How to decorate rented houses and apartments without renovations

Practical tips for personalizing rented apartments without the need for major renovations or irreversible expenses

By Chrys Hadrian

Submitted at Feb 21, 2025, 10:00 AM

05 min de leitura
Marina Leal's Project.

Marina Leal's Project. (Renato Navarro)

Decorating and renovating rented apartments requires a lot of attention and care. When investing in a property that is not yours, the priority should be to find solutions that do not involve permanent changes or unnecessary spending. The idea is to create a space that reflects your personality and maintains the integrity of the original property. When planning, always consider what can be easily reverted at the end of the lease.
Meet the art-filled apartment of architect Bianca da Hora. In the photo, living room with sofa, coffee table, and rug.

(Fotos: Denilson Machado, do MCA Estúdio / Produção visual: Aldi Flosi/Divulgação)

What to avoid in renovations of rented apartments


In general, avoid structural renovations or those that permanently change the layout of the apartment. Steer clear of changes such as tearing down walls, replacing floors, or installing new frames. Investments in expensive and difficult-to-remove materials, such as permanent wallpaper or tiles, are also not recommended. Focus on temporary solutions that do not affect the property's value and can be reverted without significant effort.
Neutral color palette creates lightness in a 532 m² apartment. Project by David Bastos. In the photo, living room with a curved sofa and frames.

Projeto de David Bastos. (Fran Parente/Divulgação)

Some changes, especially those that affect the integrity of the property, can be negotiated directly with the landlord, such as:
  • Resolving infiltration problems;
  • Electrical maintenance;
  • Painting the walls.

How to bring personality to the decoration without renovations


To personalize a rented apartment, invest in mobile decorative elements that are easy to remove.

Removable elements


Opt for removable wall stickers, vibrant curtains, and rugs that add color and texture. Install shelves and frames with adhesive tapes that do not damage walls.

Lighting fixtures and design pieces


Use lighting fixtures and lamps to create cozy projects. Loose furniture and plants are also great ways to imprint your mark on the space, making it unique and welcoming.

Painting


Painting the walls is also recommended, but remember that the apartment must be returned with the original tones at the end of the lease. --
CASACOR Publisher is a creator of exclusive content, developed by the CASACOR Technology team based on the knowledge base of casacor.com.br. This text was edited by Yeska Coelho.