The trend of bringing nature into homes with the aim of offering more comfort and harmony to spaces was reflected in a series of initiatives, such as including plants in the environments, earthy tones on the walls and furniture, and also decorating with straw. and other natural fibers. Especially at a time when many people are looking for more comfort and coziness in their homes, the use of straw is reminiscent of something more primitive and in contact with the environment. In addition, it ends up being an " eco-friendly " material since it does not requires aggressive extraction of its raw material from nature. The finish brings a very special charm to the environment, and the good news is that it is a very flexible raw material, that is, it can be used for different purposes, from covering a chair to using it in lamps or headboards. . Next, you will be able to see all this practicality with your own eyes. We have selected 12 environments that looked great at CASACOR shows in 2021 for you to get inspired!

1- Café Petra - Weiss Architecture

Even though it is a natural element, using straw as decoration does not have to be something that screams handmade. If the desire is to convey refinement, it is possible to invest in the element to give a touch of coziness, without giving up sophistication. Who tries This is Weiss Arquitetura with Café Petra , which used a straw sideboard that exudes charm and elegance to compose the environment and bring a more natural atmosphere.

2- Portinari Comforts - Très Architecture

Nature was incorporated into the spaces with the aim of transmitting tranquility and calm. Straw is a way of adding these qualities and still composing the space in a surprising way. In this space designed by Très Arquitetura for CASACOR São Paulo 2021, the straw headboard brings an innovative texture in an environment composed of classic colors and shapes.

3- Freedom Studio - Pedro Luiz de Marqui

Brazilian and natural materials took center stage at Estúdio Liberdade, a project designed by Pedro Luiz de Marqui for CASACOR SP 2021. The idea was to create an eco-friendly space, with materials that were as harmless to nature as possible. In this context, the decoration with straw It was a great ally, and looked great on the chairs in the room.

4- Nest House - SP Studio

Buriti Arquitetura also opted for straw chairs to create an elegant environment that uses nature as a tool to combine comfort and tranquility. This is reflected in the use of plants and the entire stone-covered wall, elements that, like natural fibers, refer to the ancestral and primordial.

6- Alameda Jardins - Fabiana Ferré

Fabiana Ferré created the Alameda Jardins space to be a true haven of rest, and the straw decoration came into play to bring a more natural and peaceful atmosphere to the space, with a well-deserved highlight being the bold lamps. Other natural fibers and fine fabrics were incorporated to the environment to further contribute to the décor.

7- Kairos Space - Erica Salguero

Light wood and straw are proving to be an extraordinary duo for interior decoration, and with this in mind, architect Érica Salguero opted for the material for the master bedroom, both on the headboard and on the wooden daybed at the foot of the bed. element contributed to the construction of a charming and illuminated environment.

8- The Grotto - Paco Alvarez

The La Gruta space by Paco Alvarez shows that even in a denser atmosphere, with darker palettes, it is possible to bet on straw to bring elegance. Different from everything that is expected, the architect bet on a space full of elements that refer to origins of humanity, as if the space were a "chic cave". Original, charismatic and with a lot of personality, the environment bet on straw chairs to bring a contemporary touch.

9- Living Gallery Perspective - Ana Weege

A space marked by strong colors and unusual shapes, the Living Galeria Perspectiva designed by Ana Weege uses straw to bring sophistication. The isolated straw chair does not go unnoticed at all, and helps to bring a bit of sobriety and lightness to a space marked by by strong colors and textures .