How did art become an essential element in interior architecture?

The democratization of art is something recent. A few years ago, owning works of art was something complicated and aimed at the upper classes. Nowadays, several artists are establishing themselves in the world by bringing accessible and memorable proposals. In interior design, art is a tool for creating spaces , especially considering that architecture itself is a form of art. “Art emerges as a point of reflection on oneself and should always bring well-being and identification to its owner,” says Marina Cardoso de Almeida, from tria Arquitetura. The role of art in architecture goes beyond aesthetics: it addresses existential, cultural and emotional issues of the human personality . In this context, architects choose to include works of art in their projects with the intention of not only decorating, but enriching the environments with affective symbols .

Works that "fit in your pocket"

Choosing a work of art is something very personal in architecture. It will depend a lot on the taste and the atmosphere that the person wants to convey . “The architect can help guide the client , but art has its own particular meaning for each person,” explains Marina. In the project above, tria Arquitetura brings the world of art, made for a couple of clients with a large cultural repertoire . “The main concept in choosing the finishes and architectural solutions was to bring comfort, but still leave a large void so that the works could dress the house. And, in the case of such large spaces as these, it was a great challenge." In this case, study, research and curation of the works of art were necessary to achieve the best result for the client, so that the works of art would enhance the architectural project and vice versa. To break up the slats and wood , a stainless steel volume with sharp corners stands out from these volumes and creates a contrast with the rest, bringing an air of contemporary style to the solution. The other walls should be white and given a subtle texture to give them a certain movement and further contribute to the overall comfort. When there is the possibility of including works of art in an architectural project , one thing is certain: the place will be full of personality and sophistication. With this, art expands a space of appreciation not only for the pieces, but also for the environment in which it is located.