Living room decoration: 15 ideas from CASACOR that go beyond the obvious

Considered the main room in many houses and apartments, the living room deserves to be decorated with care. After all, it is the space where we welcome family and friends and also where we relax after a busy day. Therefore, many aspects must be taken into consideration when planning the room, such as circulation , comfort of furniture, technology of audio and video equipment, and aesthetics , of course. At CASACOR, there is no shortage of living room decoration ideas – and many of them are far from cliché. That’s why we’ve prepared a careful selection of suggestions from exhibitions all over Brazil. Check it out below!

1. Engaged art

In the living room of the space designed by the PKB Arquitetura office for CASACOR Rio de Janeiro , the sculpture by Caio Marcolini and the photograph by Christian Cravo from the Mariana exhibition (which portrays the memories of one of the country's greatest environmental tragedies, with the rupture of the Fundão dam, Minas Gerais, in 2015), reinforce the idea of awareness brought by the professionals. The table sculpture “A n(ovo) day”, by Monterraro Estudio — designers Antonio Crestani and Pâmela Oliveira, from the city of Canoas, lost their home and studio in the floods in Rio Grande do Sul, at the beginning of the year — is also part of this proposal.

2. Picture on the shelf

Still on the subject of works of art , the space designed by the Lessa Zanetta Arquitetura office at CASACOR Rio de Janeiro brought an unusual proposal. One of the paintings that make up the project appears above the bookshelf, as if it were a sliding door . The contemporary style of the work dialogues with the lines of the furniture, which brings representatives from the modernist era and the present day.

3. Natural materials

In the project by architect Natália Lemos for CASACOR Rio de Janeiro , inspiration came from the cerrado — the region where the professional was born. That's why natural textures are everywhere, from the furniture to the coverings. Note the biriba ceiling , which is a tribute to artisanal techniques and respect for the raw materials of the land. In addition, earthy tones permeate every corner of the studio, giving the feeling of being rooted in fertile soil.

4. Mirror game

A light and elegant atmosphere takes over the space created by architect Fernanda Medeiros at CASACOR Rio de Janeiro in homage to fashion designer Glorinha Paranaguá. The furniture of national design, mix of fabrics, rugs and natural textures guarantee coziness. Some charming compositions stand out, such as the arrangement of mirrors on the tea trolley used as a bar and support for vases.

5. Colorful bookshelf

The personality of writer Clarice Lispector was the guiding thread for the creation of this space designed by architect Nejaim Azevedo at CASACOR Pernambuco . The intense red tone is strong and dramatic and contrasts with the green, bringing balance and tranquility. The highlight is the shelf molded into niches in the reddish tone, which serves as a support for books, objects and plants.

6. Cacti in decoration

Colored with warm tones , both on the walls and ceiling as well as on the furniture, the space of the Arqsign office for CASACOR Pernambuco is inspired by the memories of a poet. An interesting idea for decorating a room in this space is the composition of vases with cacti of various heights, which brings a casual look.

7. Combined coffee tables

Inspired by chocolate bars, the Garoto coffee table, designed by Estúdio Mula Preta, is a highlight in the space created by Studio Kaza Arquitetura at CASACOR Santa Catarina | Itapema . The piece of furniture with playful lines brings a fun touch to the decor of the room, which was based on emotional elements. The loft is like a refuge, integrating nature with the urban environment.

9. Round niche

Everything is very delicate and fluid in the living room designed by architect Bruna Tuon Sposito at CASACOR Santa Catarina | Florianópolis . The proposal revisits the professional's origins and roots and reflects on the legacy she wants to leave. Rounded shapes were used in several opportunities to reinforce lightness. An example of this is the round niche that the professional designed on the wall, where some black shelves were installed.

10. Exposed structure

The starting point for the decoration of this room was the Mid Century style. Designed by Ana Paula Paolinelli at CASACOR Minas Gerais , the project features exposed concrete surrounded by wooden muxarabi panels all around. In addition, wood is present in the furniture designed by Brazilian designers such as Oscar Niemeyer, Bernardo Figueiredo, Jorge Zalszupin and Jader Almeida.

11. Minimalist arrangement

A vibrant expression of modernity and cosmopolitan style takes over the living room designed by Maria Laura Coelho at CASACOR Minas Gerais . In predominantly minimalist compositions, points of color, textures, ornaments with gold metals and colorless glass stand out.

12. Print on everything

Luisa Mano works fearlessly with prints in her space at CASACOR Minas Gerais . The graphic designs on the floor and walls (a joint creation by the architect and Pedro Lázaro) dress the space, designed for someone who makes their own clothes at home. In this way, it celebrates the art of creating fashion with one's own hands.

13. Photos on the wall

In the living room designed by Maikyanne Sodré at CASACOR Minas Gerais , the composition of small paintings above the sofa is striking. The photographs reinforce the artsy atmosphere of the place, designed under the concept of the ancestral constructions using earthy tones, natural materials and diverse textures.

14. Books in decoration

Architect Melina Romano 's idea was to provide visitors with yet another cultural experience at CASACOR São Paulo . That's why she chose works of art by iconic artists to decorate her space, which includes a complete home. On the side of the living room, the side table has a ceramic covering that adds a natural and realistic touch to the piece, and on top of it, Melina created a decoration with books.

15. Different partition

Using sustainable materials produced by artisans in the interior of São Paulo, which highlight the care for nature, the intimate environment created by architect Ana Weege at CASACOR São Paulo encourages observers to reflect on the legacy we will leave for future generations. The décor, with original and period furniture, includes a screen made of reed straw and walls covered in coconut fiber.