Decorgumelo is the name of the mushroom trend in decoration. See how they appeared by covering and breaking objects, check out some recipes
“Decorations” the expression may even seem like a bad pun (we have nothing against bad puns, quite the contrary), but it is the name of the mushroom trend in decoration.
OR Pinterest has already indicated mushrooms as a decoration trend for 2023 and it seems that this has come true.
According to the platform, between September 2020 and September 2022, searches for the term “Fantastic Mushroom Art” increased by 170% while “Vintage Mushroom Decor” has grown 35%.
While mushrooms aren’t new to pop culture — take the Smurfs’ house, power-ups from Mario games, and the villainous Mega Mycelium from the Resident Evil franchise, for example — The Last of Us series has resurrected audience interest for the most common mushrooms recently.
It is always worth remembering that mushrooms play a fundamental role in life on Earth, since they are responsible, according to the Encyclopaedia Britannica, for the “recycling” of decomposing organic compounds, returning elements such as phosphorus and nitrogen to the ecosystem, necessary for plant growth and development.
mushrooms in decoration
The almost playful format of the mushrooms makes them the perfect inspiration for decorative objects, such as lamps, coat hangers, vases, glasses and even stools!
At CASACOR São Paulo 2023, whose theme was Body and Morada, they appeared in various circles. The architects of the Très Arquitetura studio, who designed the Loft Celmar space, explain the reason for including various objects with the theme.
“Mushrooms are an amazing expression of nature in our environment. Just as we were inspired by the arua-do-mato, a type of snail found in the Atlantic Forest, we looked for elements that would contribute to the life cycle narrative we are telling.
Furthermore, the simplicity of the curved lines in a striking design brings an affective touch to the decor. That’s what we were looking for when we selected some mushroom-shaped elements to compose our space, reinforcing the presence of nature and life in different formats”.
On the internet, the pieces of mushrooms range from the most figurative to this jar:
Even the more discreet ones, like this rattan lamp by Crate and Barrel
Mushroom Mug Makes Drinks Cooler (Maybe Even A Little Psychedelic)
Mushrooms also appear in image prints and wallpaper.
fungi in coatings
Besides the fun aesthetics, mushrooms have properties that are really useful in the world of architecture.
The Paraná company mush has developed a technology capable of transforming agri-food residues into a paste that can be used in the production of design objects and biodegradable and sustainable coatings. How do they do it? With the mycelium, a mass formed by hyphae, which are the filaments of a fungus.
On his website, Mush explains that “in nature we can find mycelium as a network of white threads ‘hidden’ in the earth, in decaying logs and under a mushroom. By observing, investigating and learning from nature, Mush technology brings a process innovation that controls a natural process of mycelium growth, exploiting this network as an agent that glues agricultural residues together, forming a unique and solid material”
mushrooms in food
We couldn’t write about mushrooms without mentioning the very important detail that they are delicious! (Of course, the edible species, please don’t eat any mushrooms you find in the bush). Renata Guirau, nutritionist at Oba Hortifruti, shared a bit about the benefits of including mushrooms in your diet.
“Mushrooms are excellent suppliers of nutrients in our food. They are, in general, good sources of vitamins and minerals and have low caloric value and energy metabolism.
They are also good sources of potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure, is important for heart health, and is also very important for blood electrolyte balance, especially for those who exercise outdoors. They have phosphorus, which affects the health of bones, teeth and muscles. The selenium content makes mushrooms important foods to help reduce the body’s oxidative processes, reducing the effects of free radicals. The fibers present in mushrooms act by promoting satiety and good health.
bowel function.
As for storage and hygiene, Renata explains that they must be kept in the fridge, as they are delicate. The advice is to put a paper towel in the container to absorb the humidity. If properly stored, they can last up to 10 days. It is not recommended to wash mushrooms, because they are very porous, just wipe them with a damp paper towel.
Here are some mushroom recipes.
creamy mushrooms
- 200 g of sliced Parisian mushrooms
- Shitaki slices of 200 g
- 2 medium onions chopped
- 2 chopped tomatoes
- 3 crushed garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon of butter
- 1 tablespoon of wheat flour
- 250ml of milk
- 100 g grated parmesan
- Salt and oil to taste
Method of preparation:
Heat the oil, fry the onion. Add the chopped mushrooms and tomato. hit the
salt and cook. For the sauce: heat the butter and sauté the garlic. Add the
milk and wheat, cooking until starting to thicken. Add grated cheese, cook
for another 5 minutes. Add the sauce to the cooked mushrooms and serve immediately.
Mushroom risotto
- Shitaki slices of 250 g
- 50 g of porcini mushrooms
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 crushed garlic cloves
- 1 cup of arborio rice
- ½ glass of dry white wine
- 80ml Sicilian lemon juice
- 150 g of grated Parmesan
- Salt and chives to taste
- 1 liter of homemade vegetable broth*
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
* Homemade vegetable broth:
Cook 1 carrot + 1 onion + 1 garlic clove + 1 celery stick + 3 bay leaves + salt
to taste + 1 liter of water.
Method of preparation:
Heat the oil and sauté the onion and garlic. Add the chopped mushrooms and brown well. Add the rice, wine and Sicilian lemon juice and let it evaporate. Gradually add the vegetable broth, stirring constantly over low heat. Hit the salt. When the rice is al dente and creamy, add the cheese and turn off the heat. Finish with the chopped chives and serve immediately.
Braised Shimeji
- 2 cups ground shimeji tea
- 1 tablespoon of butter
- 50ml of shoyu
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
Method of preparation:
Heat the butter in a pan. Add the chopped shimeji when the butter is melted. Add the soy sauce and saute until the shimeji is cooked through. Turn off the heat and add the chopped chives. Serve immediately.
Source: Terra
Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.
