Hollow elements such as cobogós and mashrabiyas are commonly used to protect a building's interior spaces from direct solar radiation without blocking ventilation—a particularly favorable feature in predominantly tropical climates like Brazil. While their use in interiors is less common, in these cases, hollow elements offer flexibility in dividing indoor spaces without completely isolating them.
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Beyond serving as vertical barriers to blur spatial boundaries, these hollow elements can also be applied to other uses, such as furniture, demonstrating their remarkable versatility. Below, explore different ways hollow elements can be used in interior design, highlighted through 11 Brazilian residential projects.
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