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Shrimp Door: 10 inspirations prove its potential in decoration

Learn how the shrimp door can optimize spaces, divide projects and bring aesthetic lightness to interior designs.

By CASACOR Publisher

Submitted at Oct 13, 2025, 9:24 AM

08 min de leitura
Tom Castro Project.

Tom Castro Project. (Luiza Schreier)

In residential and commercial projects, the camarão door has gained prominence as an intelligent solution for compact and contemporary projects. With its articulated opening system, which allows for sliding and folding of the panels, this type of door is ideal for those seeking functionality without sacrificing aesthetics.
Loft Muxarabi presented at CASACOR Ribeirão Preto 2019

Loft Essencial. Cacau Ribeiro. CASACOR Ribeirão Preto 2019. (Felipe Araújo/CASACOR)

In addition to optimizing usable space, the model adapts to different decoration styles — from classic to modern — and can be found in various materials such as wood, glass, aluminum, and PVC. Next, understand how the camarão door works, where to apply it, and how to integrate it elegantly into the project.

Where to use the camarão door inside the house


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The use of the camarão door is versatile and can adapt to both internal and external spaces. Inside the house, it works well in bathrooms, pantries, closets and service areas, where circulation needs to be preserved. It is also common in compact suites, replacing traditional doors that would require swinging space.

Meet the 750 m² house of soccer player André Balada. Project by Tom Castro. In the photo, TV room with sliding door and wooden wall.

Conheça a casa de 750 m² do jogador de futebol André Balada. Projeto de Tom Castro. Na foto, sala de TV com porta camarão e parede de madeira. (Luiza Schreier/CASACOR)

In social projects, such as living rooms and balconies, the model can serve as a flexible divider, creating integration between the rooms when open and providing visual and acoustic isolation when closed.

When used in gourmet balconies, for instance, the glass camarão door helps illuminate the project and enhances the external view, without compromising thermal comfort.

Advantages and installation precautions


Shrimp door integrates or separates the bedroom from the living room in this 89 m² apartment. Project by Anna Malta and Andrea Duarte. In the photo, living room with brick wall and wooden floor.

Projeto de Anna Malta e Andrea Duarte. (Gustavo Bresciani/Divulgação)

One of the main advantages of the camarão door is the optimization of space. It allows small areas to be better utilized, especially in small apartments. Additionally, the articulated system facilitates ventilation and the passage of natural light, contributing to a healthier and more pleasant project.

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In installation, it is essential to rely on specialized labor to ensure the perfect alignment of the panels and tracks, avoiding future locking problems. The use of high-quality hardware is indispensable for smooth and durable operation. It is also recommended to check if the floor is leveled and if there is enough space for the total opening of the panels.

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In terms of maintenance, the camarão door is simple: just regularly clean the hardware and apply specific lubricant to avoid noise and wear. In wooden models, periodic reapplication of varnish is recommended to protect against moisture.

Inspirations and applications in decoration projects


Bathroom with striped wall and bi-fold doors marks 150 m² apartment. Project by Bianca da Hora. In the photo, living room with white sofa and slatted wall.

Projeto de Bianca da Hora. (Juliano Colodeti, do MCA Estúdio/CASACOR)

In contemporary projects, the camarão door is used not only as a functional element but also as a design resource that defines the visual identity of the project. In minimalist interiors, white versions with discreet hardware create a sense of continuity between project areas. In industrial decorations, black aluminum doors with ribbed glass bring an urban and sophisticated touch.

Shrimp door integrates or separates the bedroom from the living room in this 89 m² apartment. Project by Anna Malta and Andrea Duarte. In the photo, living room with shrimp door and wood flooring.

Projeto de Anna Malta e Andrea Duarte. (Gustavo Bresciani/Divulgação)

For cozier projects, such as bedrooms and home offices, the model in natural wood contributes to a warm and organic atmosphere. There are also creative uses, such as camarão doors that transform into decorative panels, integrating shelves, niches, or frames.

Vivi Cirello Project.

Projeto de Vivi Cirello. (Divulgação/Divulgação)

Architects and designers have also explored the model in reversible integration projects, in which the camarão door allows the house to adapt to different uses throughout the day — for example, opening to unite the living room and kitchen, and closing to provide privacy in meetings or moments of rest.

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

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