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34 rugs to inspire and use in different projects

Know how to choose the right model to transform each space in your home, bringing more coziness and beauty.

By CASACOR Publisher

Submitted at Mar 13, 2025, 2:45 PM

10 min de leitura
Project: Ricardo Abreu.

Project: Ricardo Abreu. (Renato Navarro)

Rugs play an important role in decoration, adding comfort, color, and style to projects. Choosing the ideal rug for each room can be challenging, as it is necessary to consider factors such as size, material, and harmony with the rest of the decoration. Learn about the essential characteristics for selecting models that enhance and define each space in your home, from living areas to intimate areas.
Greice Balbinot – Escape Space of Time. Project of CASACOR Mato Grosso 2024.

Greice Balbinot – Espaço Fuga do Tempo. Pensado para refletir sua conexão com a arte e raízes, com o uso de materiais naturais como a madeira, elementos têxteis, formas orgânicas, terra e plantas, o espaço representa significados em todos os detalhes. Inspirado no estilo “Mid Century”, lançado na década de 40, revela seu espírito modernista, contemporâneo e autêntico, valorizando artistas regionais e o design de mobiliário brasileiro. O espaço é um convite a pausa do tempo e à conexão a si próprio, através da leitura, música e memórias afetivas. (Gilberto Galdino/CASACOR)

Rugs have the power to transform a project, providing coziness and demarcating specific areas. In addition to their aesthetic function, they act as thermal and acoustic insulators, making spaces more comfortable. In a living room or bedroom, for example, a model can soften the floor and invite relaxation. In an office, it can provide a touch of sophistication and absorb noise, making the project more pleasant.
Luiz Sentinger - Axell Refuge. CASACOR Santa Catarina Project | Florianópolis 2024.

Luiz Sentinger - Refúgio Axell. Projeto da CASACOR Santa Catarina | Florianópolis 2024. (Lio Simas/CASACOR)

How to choose rugs for your home?


Choosing the perfect rug for your home goes beyond just adding a decorative item to the project. It is an important element that can transform the atmosphere of a room, bringing coziness, comfort, and style. Additionally, the rug plays a functional role, helping to demarcate spaces and providing a comfortable base. To choose the ideal rug, one must consider the style of the decoration, the size of the project, the materials, and ease of maintenance. Below are some tips to help you find the perfect rug for each room in your house.

Style and color


Meet the apartment of architect Bárbara Dundes in São Paulo. In the photo, living room with wooden ceiling, rug, and tv.

Apartamento da arquiteta Bárbara Dundes. (Fran Parente/Divulgação)

Choosing the ideal rug for your home starts with harmonizing with the style of decoration. For a modern project, rugs in neutral colors or with geometric patterns are great options. For more traditional styles, rugs with classic patterns, such as Persian or oriental, match better. Regarding colors, if you want a calmer project, opt for neutral or pastel shades. To add a touch of color, vibrant rugs can be used to contrast or complement the palette of the project.

Size and positioning


With a large garden, the 650 m² apartment blends French and Brazilian references. Project by Felipe Carolo. In the photo, a library with shelves and rugs.

Projeto de Felipe Carolo. (Ruy Teixeira/Divulgação)

The size of the rug should be appropriate for the size of the project. In larger living rooms, large rugs work well, while in smaller spaces, a medium or small rug may be more appropriate. Positioning is also important: in living rooms, the rug should accommodate the main furniture, such as the sofa and coffee table, and in the bedroom, it can be placed around the bed or at the side to create a cozy spot.

Material


The apartment is designed to be the perfect home for the childhood of the family’s daughters. Project by Bric Architecture. In the photo, living room with carpet, painting, and armchair.

Projeto de Bric Arquitetura. (Fotos: Juliano Colodeti, do MCA Estúdio / Produção visual: Legado Rio/Divulgação)

The choice of rug material depends on both aesthetics and practicality. Cotton rugs are soft, easy to wash, and ideal for low-traffic areas or for those with allergies. On the other hand, wool rugs are more durable and provide a cozy touch, making them ideal for living rooms and bedrooms. For a touch of luxury, silk or viscose rugs have an elegant shine but require more care. For high-traffic areas, synthetic rugs such as nylon or polypropylene are more resilient and easy to maintain.

Texture and comfort


Wood covers the walls and hides the home office in this apartment. Project by LessaZaneta. In the photo, living room with blue carpet and TV.

Projeto de LessaZaneta. (André Nazareth/Divulgação)

The texture of the rug should also be considered. High-pile rugs, such as shaggy rugs, are softer and cozier, perfect for areas where comfort is a priority, such as living rooms or bedrooms. Low-pile rugs, on the other hand, are easier to clean and more practical for high-traffic areas, such as hallways or kitchens. Additionally, models with textured patterns, such as kilims or tufted rugs, can add an interesting visual touch to the project.
In the Coral House - Place of Affection, signed by Paola Ribeiro, shades of blue and green stand out.

Na Casa Coral - Lugar de Afeto, assinada por Paola Ribeiro, tons de azuis e verdes são destaque. (MCA Estúdio/CASACOR)

Overlapping


The technique of overlapping rugs brings an extra layer of texture and color, enriching the decoration. Combinations of different sizes and materials create an interesting and dynamic visual effect. In living rooms, overlapping can break the monotony and introduce new shades without compromising the style of the project. Choose models based on neutral tones, and colorful or patterned overlays offer a balance between elegance and boldness. Daniele Lucialdo – Living. Project of CASACOR Mato Grosso 2024.

Room divider


In integrated spaces, these pieces act as visual dividers, effectively but subtly demarcating areas. It can separate the dining room from the living room without the need for walls, maintaining the integration and fluidity of the projects. In the case of lofts or studios, the choice of strategic rugs helps to identify specific use areas, creating zones of comfort and functionality within the same project. This delineation technique is especially useful for maximizing the sense of space without sacrificing aesthetic unity. [gallery-abril id="188087" type="slider" showtitle="undefined" data-restrict="false"] CASACOR Publisher is a creator of exclusive content, developed by the Technology team of CASACOR based on the knowledge base of casacor.com.br. This text was edited by Yeska Coelho. [abril-veja-tambem]W3siaWQiOjE4OTU4MSwidGl0bGUiOiJCYW5oZWlybyB2ZXJkZTogNSBpZGVpYXMgcGFyYSBjcmlhciB1bSBlc3BhJiN4RTc7byByZWxheGFudGUgZSBzb2Zpc3RpY2FkbyJ9LHsiaWQiOjE4OTcyMSwidGl0bGUiOiI1IG1lbGhvcmVzIHJldmVzdGltZW50b3MgcGFyYSBjaHVycmFzcXVlaXJhIG5hICYjeEUxO3JlYSBnb3VybWV0In0seyJpZCI6MTg5MjkxLCJ0aXRsZSI6IkN1bHR1cmEgZSBhcnF1aXRldHVyYTogNyBlbGVtZW50b3MgcXVlIHJlZmxldGVtIGEgaWRlbnRpZGFkZSBicmFzaWxlaXJhIn1d