The
shelves and bookcases go far beyond the function of organizing objects: they are
protagonists in the way of composing memories, displaying affections, and balancing aesthetics and practicality in a space. At
CASACOR MG 2025, which occupies PUC Lourdes until October 5th, different professionals reinterpreted these elements with unique perspectives, exploring
materials, textures, and arrangements that reveal the power of woodworking in creating narratives.
Beth Nejm - Confraria. Pensado para quem gosta de receber bem e confraternizar, o ambiente é ideal para longos jantares entre amigos e familiares. A paixão por vinhos se revela na vasta adega. O destaque é o painel desenvolvido pelo Studio K2, que desconstrói digitalmente a obra Feira de Camponeses (1570), de Peeter Baltens. Cores fortes, acabamentos finos e mobiliário moderno dialogam em perfeita harmonia com detalhes clássicos, criando uma atmosfera elegante e atemporal. A iluminação valoriza os detalhes, com destaque para luminária escultórica em cerâmica. A presença do verde agrega frescor e vida ao espaço, garantindo o clima de permanência. (Gustavo Xavier/CASACOR)
From monumental structures to suspended and delicate solutions, the projects in this edition show that the way we position books, wines, artworks, and everyday objects can completely transform the atmosphere of a project. Here, we gathered seven proposals that illustrate how creative shelves and bookcases have become key pieces in compositions full of identity and sophistication.
Cynthia Silva – Origem Minas
Made from
demolition wood, the bookcase of the project Origem Minas, by Cynthia Silva, brings together
pieces that reference agro-industry and regional art. The project pays
homage to the traditions of the state – merging the concept of "mineiridade" with contemporary style, also with strong use of neutral colors and restoration of the original floor in pink peroba.
Cynthia Silva Arquitetura - Origem Minas. Projeto da CASACOR Minas Gerais 2025. (Estudio NY18/CASACOR)
Maycon Altera – Silêncio Fértil
The
curved bookcases are the main highlight of Silêncio Fértil, a project by Maycon Altera at CASACOR MG. Carefully selected, they shape the experience within the project thinking of it as an
ecosystem that transforms according to the user’s needs. The decorative objects, present both on the shelves and the walls, reinforce the concept that "
working is also reflecting, feeling, and imagining".
Maycon Altera Studio - Silêncio Fértil. Projeto da CASACOR Minas Gerais 2025. (Estúdio NY18/CASACOR)
Gláucia Britto – Piano Bar
The
piano is the protagonist of this project, designed by Gláucia Britto, to celebrate encounters, good music, and the moments that truly matter. However, the
mirrored bookcase also catches the eye. Its finishes contribute to the
warm, welcoming, and yet sophisticated atmosphere of the space. The shelves feature everything from classic books to glass sculptures.
Gláucia Britto Arquitetura - Piano Bar. Um ambiente pensado para celebrar os encontros, a boa música e os momentos que realmente importam, onde o protagonista é o piano. Os tons terrosos se misturam aos metais dourados, criando uma atmosfera quente, acolhedora e, ao mesmo tempo, sofisticada. Obras de arte cuidadosamente escolhidas trazem personalidade e remetem um estilo de vida onde o bem-viver se conecta ao amor pela estética, pelas cores e pela presença marcante da cultura, que envolve todo o cômodo. (Gustavo Xavier/CASACOR)
Dunia Zaidan Architecture - Living Room
Dunia Zaidan challenged the logic that associates neutrality with elegance by opting for
bold colors and creative solutions in the Living Room at CASACOR MG 2025. Among the elements that color the project are the
books positioned on suspended shelves that cover a large part of the main wall. They bring
personality to the space, in addition to breaking with traditional bookcases and provoking the senses.
Dunia Zaidan Arquitetura - Quarto de Estar. Projeto da CASACOR Minas Gerais 2025. (Jomar Bragança/CASACOR)
Beth Nejm – Confraria
In turn, Beth Nejm surprises by including a huge open bookcase near the
dining room. The project Confraria was designed to
host long dinners with friends – especially for wine lovers! Right below the
panel that reproduces the Fair of Peasants (1570), is the furniture that houses
various books, wines, and even tableware.
Beth Nejm - Confraria. Projeto da CASACOR Minas Gerais 2025. (Gustavo Xavier/CASACOR)
Em Cena Architecture - Office
The project Office, by Em Cena Architecture, represents the
"sanctuary" of a top executive, where
care for mind and body is balanced. In contrast to the presence of gym equipment, there is the
open bookcase with remnants of art and literature – which inspire and reflect a life of purpose and refinement of the imaginary resident.
Em Cena Arquitetura - Gabinete. Projeto da CASACOR Minas Gerais 2025. (Estúdio NY18/CASACOR)
Manuela Senna - Living Raízes
Finally, Living Raízes, a project by Manuela Senna for CASACOR MG, is marked by
organic shapes and textures that evoke memory and belonging. In this context,
open bookcases were positioned at the end of the living room. With artworks distributed across the shelves, its structure in black metalwork represents a contrast with the
stone wall and the plants that compose the space.
Manuela Senna - Living Raízes. Projeto da CASACOR Minas Gerais 2025. (Jomar Bragança/CASACOR)
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