1. Delight With English Cottage Patterns

The delicate, whimsical floral motifs of the Laura Ashley Wexbord tiles—shown here in Midnight (left) and Fresh Green (right)—embody the cozy charm of English country cottage style. Inspired by historic textile designs from the iconic British company, these tiles create spaces that are bright, playful and as soothing as a sip of Earl Grey.

If this cheerful style is your cup of tea, explore our exclusive Laura Ashley designer collection.

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Featuring: Left: Laura Ashley Wexbord Midnight. Right: Laura Ashley Wexboard Fresh Green.

2. Make Waves

The curved edges of the Wave Blue Reef tile (also available in Grey Owl, Old Cream and White) create a gentle sense of movement along this kitchen backsplash. A versatile tile that can be installed in a variety of layouts to achieve a personalized look, the offset pattern shown here creates a pillowy design that juxtaposes beautifully with the dark navy coloring.

Discover more singular silhouettes in our wide selection of uniquely shaped tile. 👉

3. Pick a Parisian Pattern

The wonder of the City of Light comes alive on this stylish kitchen backsplash featuring Alison Victoria French Connection Saint Germain tile (also available in Montmartre [blue] and Le Marais [beige]). Inspired by the famous scrollwork found throughout Paris, this chic dark green pattern adds sophistication to the kitchen wall. We love how the antique faucet and glassware contribute to the storied feel, but this tile would also be an excellent choice for a kitchen floor.

Discover more of the HGTV star’s signature city chic styles in our exclusive Alison Victoria designer collection.

4. Embrace Authenticity With Handcrafted Tile

Zellige tile is popular for its authentic, artisanal qualities. Crafted, painted and glazed by hand using ancient techniques, each tile is completely unique, creating natural tonal variation on your kitchen wall or backsplash. These traditional Moroccan tiles are available in a range of sizes, shapes and colors, including Azul (dark blue), Turquoise, Shamrock (bright green) and Dirty Blue, shown here in a petite subway.

Discover a wealth of artisanal shapes and hues in our Zellige tile collection. 👉

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5. Add an Arch

Create an architectural showcase for your decorative tile by installing it within a recessed arch. This stunning kitchen features Fired Earth Designs Botanica patterned tile in an arched niche behind the sink. The lush design creates an artistic focal point to enjoy as you go about your kitchen chores. The handmade-look Fired Earth Homespun Subway White tile keeps the surrounding wall neutral, though it would also look stunning paired with a complementary green subway tile.

Explore our wide selection of patterned tile to find a style to suit your space. 👉

6. Lavish Your Space in Lace

Gorgeous cream and weathered green come together to create this lovely lace-like pattern from Morris & Co. Inspired by the historic wallpaper designs of iconic British designer William Morris, the Morris & Co. Pure Net Linen tile (also available in Cloud Grey, Brick and Inkwell) adds elegant sophistication to this charming kitchen.

Discover more historic motifs from the founder of the Arts and Crafts movement in our exclusive Morris & Co. designer collection.

7. Distinguish Your Stove Backsplash

A beautiful patterned tile behind your stove makes culinary tasks more pleasant while creating definition between your prep and cooking areas. Here, the Kelli Fontana Inlay Proper Dutch tile distinguishes the stove backsplash from the counter backsplash clad in Tribeca Gypsum White tile. The ornate blue-on-white pattern might feel overwhelming if used throughout the space, but between the cooktop and range hood, it adds visual interest to the white kitchen.

If you love this whimsical, bold and classic style, explore our exclusive Kelli Fontana designer collection.

8. Make It Minty Fresh

So soft and serene it can serve as a neutral that pairs with virtually any hue, the Signature Mint Gloss tile is available in a range of shapes, styles and sizes, allowing you to create custom designs. Here, subway, bevel and frame tiles are installed in a random pattern, adding texture to the backsplash while maintaining a uniform color scheme.

Discover elevated basics designed for mixing and matching in our exclusive Signature collection. 👉

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9. Make a Winning Play

This charming tableau features Laura Park Bespoke tiles in Aegean Blue and White installed in a diamond checkerboard pattern. A classic design that’s making major plays in modern spaces, the checkerboard is more versatile than you might think. Squares of blue and green—even patterned tiles and hexagons—can be used to create chic layouts for floors, walls and sink backsplashes.

Find your design checkmate in our curated checkerboard pairings.

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10. Add a Touch of Brilliant Hue

You needn’t saturate your entire kitchen in blues and greens if that’s not your aesthetic. A pop of vibrant color can be just the thing to enliven your space. This cozy modern farmhouse kitchen, designed by I SPY DIY, is a case in point: the Look Avio tile used on the side of the kitchen island complements the neutral color scheme while standing out enough to create visual interest.

If you love this tile’s perfectly imperfect character, explore our wide selection of handmade-look tile.

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11. Turn Over a New Leaf

Featuring lovely leafy motifs derived from historic wallpaper designs, the Morris & Co. Hawkdale Willow Olive tile (also available in Willow China Blue) introduces gentle movement to this relaxing and refined sink backsplash. Designed to complement Morris & Co. Hawkdale Pure Chalk, which adds needed negative space to the design, this tile is perfect for bringing a zen-like touch of greenery to your space.

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12. Try Turquoise

Blue and green combine to create a vibrant scene with turquoise tile. Bold and bright, this saturated hue pairs beautifully with rich wood and soft pastels. This stunning sink backsplash features Zellige Turquoise Gloss petite subway tile. Handcrafted, this tile showcases purposeful variations in tone and surface, adding subtle visual texture from piece to piece.

If you love this distinct color, explore our wide selection of turquoise tile. 👉

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13. Get In a Retro Groove

The mesmerizing geometric lines of the Eclipse Azul tile bring a groovy vibe to this contemporary kitchen. Available in four distinct blue and green colorways, this dynamic tile is a homage to midcentury psychedelic style.

Shop Eclipse in all four colorways: Carbono (green and black), Preto (blue and black), Verde (green and white) and Azul (shown).

MORE TO EXPLORE | Tile for Every Style: Midcentury Modern

14. “Frame” a Decorative Design

Created by framing a patterned or mosaic tile with trim, a tile picture frame is the perfect addition to your stove or sink backsplash. Here, the 4-D Nature White tile is showcased within a wall of Signature Slate Blue Gloss subway tile. The raised floral design adds subtle elegance, while a frame of layered Signature Slate Blue and Bianco gloss pencil trim elevates the look and maintains tonal consistency.

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15. Infuse Your Space With Lush Natural Tones

Evoking ocean waves, clear skies, lush forests and grassy pastures, biophilic design fills your space with soothing energy. While all blues and greens bring good vibes to a room, rich, natural shades, like the lush dark green of the Hackney Jade tile shown here, infuse your space with the beauty of the outdoors. Featuring undulating forest tones with subtle brown patina, this handmade-look tile fills the room with sumptuous serenity.

Shop the gorgeous Hackney tile in all four colorways: Dark Blue, Grey, Pearl and Jade.

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16. Make Your Space Shine With Jewel Tones

Invigorate your space with vibrant jewel tones like emerald and sapphire. Here, the bright, bejeweled hue of the Canatina Blue tile creates a brilliant focal point for the stove backsplash. We love how this vintage-look tile coordinates with the eclectic elements of this kitchen; the leafy wallpaper and dark wood range hood contribute to the unique character of the space.

17. Keep It Cool With a Blue Kitchen Backsplash

The fluctuating tones of the Marrakesh Blue tile create a water-like effect on this kitchen backsplash. The handmade-look tile varies in color and surface texture, and the glossy finish captures the light as it plays across the surface. The effect is stunning tranquility.

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18. Give Your Kitchen the Royal Treatment

Based on the founder of the Arts and Crafts movement’s original wallpaper design for the storied St. James Palace, Morris & Co. St. James Wandle River tile (also available in Ferringdon Grey and Pure Cloud) features an intricate floral pattern fit for a king. The organic movement of the motif perfectly complements the white cabinets in this elegant stove backsplash. If you love this design but worry it may overpower your space, consider framing it with trim for an elevated decorative focal point.

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19. Feature a Floral Motif

A dainty floral pattern adds a delightful flourish to this charming kitchen wall. The Maeva Petal Deco large format tile proves that blue is an elegant hue. With just a touch of pastel color on a crisp white background, this tile is decorative and demure.

20. Reach New Heights

Extend your tile from counter to ceiling for a design that raises the roof. Whether your home features an expansive A-frame or more modest ceiling heights, this popular trend makes your space feel larger while protecting the entire wall with easy-to-clean tile. Here, Fired Earth Stoneware Rainwashed subway tile fills the wide space with its exquisite, retro-inspired blue-green hue.

If you love the sleek lines and earthy hues of midcentury modern design, shop Stoneware in all three on-trend colorways: Linen Brick (beige), Powder White and Rainwashed (shown).

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Bring Your Dream Space to Life!

Whether you’re doing a complete remodel or refreshing your backsplash, The Tile Shop is here to help every step of the way. Explore even more kitchen tile ideas and shop our wide selection of blue and green tile to discover your ideal design.

Need more assistance? Schedule a free design consultation or visit your local Tile Shop showroom, where you’ll find the materials, tools and expert advice to take your project from concept to completion.

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Comparing her process to an artist compiling an album, Kelli Fontana ensures that each unique space remains in conversation with the home as a whole. Featuring exquisite tile throughout, The Eden Project is a masterclass in home design. Read on to tour these picture-perfect spaces and discover the curated choices that brought the dream home to life.

All images: Design by West Bay Homes.

A Pantry Prepped for Perfection

Off the main kitchen (shown in the above photo), the pantry offers a private space that works as hard in the style department as it does for food prep. Continuing the warm, neutral palette of its culinary counterpart—notably the white-beige marble backsplash and blonde wood cabinets—the pantry features cream-colored shelving and Nuovo Riad Bianco and Nuovo Riad Creme wall tile in a freestyle checkerboard-inspired design.

While the tile arrangement feels delightfully spontaneous, this sense of ease required careful planning. The installer meticulously mapped out a 60/40 mix of Bianco (white) and Creme (beige), numbering each shade variation in the handmade-look tile to ensure a precise distribution of color. The thoughtful execution achieves tonal harmony within an ostensibly random layout.

This chic design extends past the upper cabinets all the way to the ceiling, amplifying the height of the hardworking space. The soft tones and glossy finish reflect natural light, filling the room with warmth. It’s almost a shame to hide such a stunning space behind its cleverly concealed pocket door!

Featuring: Nuovo Riad Bianco and Nuovo Riad Creme.

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Elegant & Enchanting: The Twin Stars Bath

On the upper level, the Jack-and-Jill bathroom connects the guest bedroom and playroom and is designed specifically for visiting nieces and nephews. Bursting with personality, this space makes it hard to pinpoint a single “star.” Is it the whimsical, woodsy wallpaper or the charming Kit-Kat Forest tile showcased on the sink backsplash? Perhaps, as they complement each other so wonderfully, they are twin stars—the Jack and Jill, if you will—of this delightful room, providing the perfect balance of playfulness and sophistication.

Through the glass-walled shower, we can see that the gorgeous, undulating green tones of the handmade-look mosaic tile are carried across the room. Creating a sense of organic movement, the tile’s rich shade variation evokes hand-drawn lines—reminiscent of a neatly colored page in a sketchbook, but with precision alignment that lends stylish finesse. A fine DURAL Plus Gold 24K pencil liner outlines the shower niche and the edge of the bench—a refined detail that elevates the space, while maintaining its playful nature.

On the floor, the USA-made Moonstone Off White tile, in 12″ x 24″ large format (main bathroom) and Picket (shower), grounds the space in muted off-white tones. This stone-look porcelain features subtle movement through delicate white veining, while the white grout highlights the shower mosaic’s elongated hex shape and provides essential traction.

Featuring: DURAL Plus Gold 24K, Moonstone Off White, Moonstone Off-White Picket and Home Kit-Kat Forest.

A Laundry Room Awash In Luxury

Lovely enough to make you look forward to laundry, the Alison Victoria Malibu Edit Matador tile (also available in Pointe Dume [blue] and Pescador [white]) transforms this utilitarian space into a standout design moment. The marble mosaic’s vibrant veining and vivid tones continue the upper level’s organic green-and-wood theme, though its distinct, rounded shape offers a beautiful contrast to the linear tiles showcased in the previous room.

When she originally fell in love with this tile in the showroom, Janelle saw it oriented with the wider portion at the bottom. While Kelli confirmed that the tile would look beautiful either way, they ultimately decided to install it wide-end-up to draw the eye toward the ceiling and create a sense of upward movement. The choice of a dark grout enhances the sense of drama and highlights the stone’s natural features (though, if you want to emphasise the unique shape, you could use a white grout).

Let this be a reminder not to overlook these “workhorse” spaces. Though they aren’t always guest-facing, bringing beauty into the rooms where you spend time on everyday tasks makes every day a little more joyful.

Featuring: Alison Victoria Malibu Edit Matador.

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Only the Best for the Guests

It is a testament to Janelle’s hospitality that she chose her favorite tile for her guest bathroom. Showcasing our best-selling Coco Canvas glossy tile (also available in matte), this sumptuously tranquil space proves that you can create an exquisitely invigorating tableau with a limited neutral palette.

The handmade-look subway tile features lush shade variation, with undulating beige tones that infuse the walls with an exhilarating sense of movement. Installed in a vertical offset, the layout enhances the shower’s height and the tile’s tonal shifts. While Janelle and Kelli originally considered tiling the entire wall, they ultimately decided on a half-wall in the main area to add visual variety. This resulting horizontal line makes the space feel wider, while the solid cream-painted wall above provides a visual reprieve, allowing the tile to remain the true focal point.

White groutlines pull out the tile’s crispest tones and create a visual throughline to the tub and white countertop. To ground the room, neutral medium-brown wood cabinets and accessories echo the beige variations in the stone. Finally, gold fixtures introduce a warm metallic note that—much like the glossy tile—reflects the light to brighten the space. This mix of warm and cool neutrals results in a chic, contemporary design with timeless appeal.

On the floor, Arctic White Large Herringbone mosaic tile zigzags across the room. The creamy white marble features minimal shade variation, though its nuanced veining adds subtle movement. The small-format mosaic provides plenty of grout lines for essential traction, making it as safe as it is beautiful. While the main floor uses the larger herringbone, the shower floor utilizes the Arctic White Small Herringbone, creating a minute visual distinction between the two spaces. Installed with a complementary grout, the floor is elegantly unassuming, yet abundant in natural detail.

Featuring: Coco Canvas Glossy, Arctic White Large Herringbone and Arctic White Small Herringbone.

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The Primary Suite: Universal Design, Effortless Style

For her primary bath, Janelle wanted a peaceful retreat to start her mornings with intention and unwind after a long day. This bathroom is a masterclass in universal design—full of smart choices that ensure the space remains as functional as it is beautiful for years to come.

Large format, marble-look porcelain tile paves the walls and bathroom floor, offering a luxurious aesthetic that is easy to maintain. Minimal grout lines make the large space feel even more expansive. The polished Simona White wall tile offers a smooth, slightly reflective surface that brightens the shower, while the matte Livingstone Bianco floor tile provides necessary slip resistance. Inside the shower, the coordinating Livingstone Bianco mosaic (also matte) adds even more grip through a dense web of grout lines. The curbless, walk-in shower is wide enough to accommodate mobility aids if needed, and adjustable showerheads make the bathing experience effortless.

These clever features don’t sacrifice an ounce of style. The crisp white stone-look tiles, with their cool grey and warm taupe veining, create a pleasing, contemporary palette. Gold fixtures pop against the creamy white walls, and a band of Hampton Carrara Somerset trim punctuates the design, caping the half-wall and carrying through to the shower. Using trim is an excellent way to incorporate natural stone details, helping any space feel more finished and elevated.

Featuring: Livingstone Bianco, Livingstone Bianco Mosaic, Hampton Carrara Polished Somerset and Simona White.

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Powder Room Haute Couture

Fashion-forward and naturally appealing, the main-floor powder room is brimming with lush, natural details. The Kelli Fontana Chain Reaction Black on Black wall tile features interlocking pieces of polished marble against a matte marble background. These polished marble “chains” catch the overhead light, creating a sense of depth within the small space. Inspired by luxury fashion, the tile evokes high-end, tailored elegance. Installed vertically, the floor-to-ceiling tile pairs with an oversized arched mirror and vertical woodgrain to emphasize the home’s soaring ceilings.

The marble countertop adds another layer of visual texture, its dramatic veining offering a fluid contrast to the linear grain of the wood walls. Together, these elements create a unique twist on biophilic design—a style that celebrates the colors and forms of the natural world. Even without traditional botanicals, this space “blooms” through its masterful use of organic materials, textures and shapes.

Featuring: Kelli Fontana Chain Reaction Black on Black.

I think of myself as an artist, and every home as an album—a new version of my design. —Kelli Fontana

Tonally In Tune: A Moody Basement Escape

Drenched in warm brown tones, the basement provides a cozy escape—perfect for unwinding after a long day or for a lively gathering with friends. The focal point of this chic space is the central fireplace, featuring fluted wood-look Violin Decor tile. The tile’s vertical grooves draw the eye upward, emphasizing the room’s height, while the wrap-around installation unifies the space, echoing the light brown tones of the sofa and built-in wooden bar. A sleek line of DURAL Black Matte metal pencil trim outlines the firebox–a subtle detail that adds a layer of elevated sophistication.

Though this space is considerably darker than the airy spaces on the upper floors, the rich neutral tones and natural textures keep it in conversation with the rest of the home. Chocolate brown walls envelop the room in comforting serenity, making the expansive space feel intimate. The honeyed wood and wood-look tile recall the organic details sprinkled throughout the home, while the cream-colored chairs, illuminated by a gorgeous glass chandelier, echo the ivory and cream tones of the bathrooms and pantry.

Featuring: Violin Decor and DURAL Black Matte.

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The Wellness Hall: A Restorative Final Note

Located off the basement lounge, you’ll find one of the most-used spaces in the house. The wellness hall was designed to accommodate a request from Janelle’s husband for an in-home sauna. Providing the couple a place to relax and reconnect after a long day, the sauna and adjoining changing area feature lavish details that both stimulate and soothe the senses.

Mimicking the look of cut agate, the Riyadh Jade wall tile* fills the space with dramatic movement in warm brown, cool grey, and ivory tones. On the floor, the Queen Beige Cobble marble mosaic tile enhances the spa-like experience with organic natural stone details in a smooth cobblestone design. The intricate web of grout lines provides essential traction, while in-floor heat installed beneath the tile keeps the room warm and toes toasty during frigid Minnesota winters.

*This tile is no longer available; achieve a similar look with Lafaenza Oro Oceano tile.

Rejuvenating and restorative, the in-home spa continues the warm neutrals and natural details that make this home feel cohesive, even as each space remains distinct. If this house is an album, this is the perfect note on which to end. We hope you have enjoyed our tour of The Eden Project and found inspiration to help envision your own dream space.

Featuring: Queen Biege Cobble. The Riyadh Jade wall tile is no longer available. Achieve a similar look with Lafaenza Oro Oceano or select from our expansive selection of marble look tile.

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Let’s Create a Space You’ll Love!

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1. Add Drama With Rust Details

Rich, rust-colored Kasbah Cross Terracotta tile is interspersed with creamy Kasbah Star Bone tile to create a unique checkerboard pattern on the floor of this opulent hotel-esque bathroom. These hearty tones are echoed in the expressive rust-colored veining of the Arabian Pisa Oro marble look tile inside the shower. We love how the handmade-look Coco wall tiles—in White Matte and Canvas Glossy—contribute a subtle visual texture that doesn’t compete with the bold hues.

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2. Choose Tastefully Earthy Taupe

Warm chocolate brown blends with grey and light brown to create the fabulous, fall-inspired tones of Organic Clay Taupe tile. In this stylish entryway, the taupe tile is installed with white grout, tying it to the creamy white shelving and the warm white Jerica Ceniza brick-look floor tile. The result is a welcoming, contemporary space that feels stylish in any season.

Shop taupe tile for more rich, earth-toned designs. 👉

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3. Add Authentic Appeal With Zellige Tile

This gorgeous bathroom features a Zellige Dirty Blue Gloss tile backsplash. Crafted, painted and glazed by hand using ancient techniques, each piece of this authentic Moroccan tile offers truly unique character. With undulating shades of green, blue and brown, this earthy neutral tile brings lush, artisanal detail to the space.

Shop our wide selection of authentic Moroccan design in our Zellige tile collection.

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4. Celebrate Midcentury Design

Featuring sleek lines and a natural palette, midcentury modern design continues to feel fresh as we move further into a new century. This fashionable backsplash showcases neatly stacked vertical subway tile, highlighting the chic silhouette and rich coloration emblematic of this enduring style.

Our exclusive Fired Earth Stoneware collection features subway tile in four retro-inspired colorways: Indigo Spruce, Powder White, Rainwashed and Linen Brick (shown). With speckled details reminiscent of midcentury pottery, these distinctive tiles add effortless modern style to your space.

MORE TO EXPLORE | Tile for Every Style: Midcentury Modern

5. Add Visual Texture With Terrazzo-Look Tile

Flecks of brown, grey and black punctuate a crisp white background in the Terrazzo Bianco Macro tile. Named for the Italian terraces traditionally paved with a composite material made of glass and marble pressed into cement, this porcelain tile mimics the look of authentic terrazzo while providing exceptional durability.

Here, the checkerboard Nuovo Riad tile in Creme and Bianco complements the rich, earthy and crisp white tones of the terrazzo-look tile. Pairing the handmade-look wall tile with the smooth, speckled floor tile creates a space alive with visual texture while maintaining a serene, neutral palette.

Shop Terrazzo tile in all three colorways: Bianco Macro, Nero Macro and Nero Micro.

6. Create an Outdoor Oasis With Patio & Pool Tile

Warm-toned terracotta pavers are reimagined in a durable porcelain format with the Antique Terracotta tile (also available in Green, Grey, Lava and Pearl). Designed to withstand the elements, this outdoor tile helps you create a luxurious space that maintains its beauty through the seasons. We love how this earthy reddish-brown patio tile pairs with the muted sea-green of the Lagoon Niebla Koh Pai pool tile.

Find a wealth of weather-resistant styles in all shades when you shop outdoor tile. 👉

7. Embrace Modern Rustic Design

Showcasing contemporary refinement with earthy appeal, modern rustic design brings rough-hewn elegance to your home. In this Alison Victoria–designed space, an irregular rock wall pairs with Bianco Puro honed chevron marble tile, brilliantly blending sleek and stony textures.

To achieve this rugged yet sophisticated look, mix rich neutrals with crisp white stone. Explore a wealth of options in our exclusive white marble collections: Hampton Carrara, Calcata Evora, Arctic White and Bianco Puro.

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8. Make a Bold Statement

The bold, expressive veining of Macchia Vecchia marble look tile fills this Nikki Chu–designed bathroom with a striking sense of movement. Rich ochre, subtle grey and deep brown tones flow across a creamy background, creating a lush, luxurious tableau. Paired with real Calcata Evora marble on the floor, this space is a masterclass in mixing tile.

Find more vivid designs in our wide selection of marble-look tile.

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9. Take Natural Aesthetics to New Places

Wood isn’t the best material for a shower, but with durable, waterproof wood-look porcelain or ceramic tile, you can bring rugged natural appeal to your wet spaces. Here, Rovere Honey tile is accented with a stripe of Trois Bandes patterned tile. The juxtaposition of organic woodgrain detail and ridged geometric design creates striking contrast in this stylish space.

Shop our wide selection of wood-look tile for more durable, organic designs. 👉

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10. Create an Enviously Opulent Space With Green Marble

Opulent, bejeweled tones fill this magnificent bathroom with rich, expressive movement. The Alison Victoria Malibu Edit Matador tile showcases gorgeous green marble in a unique scalloped shape designed to emulate waves crashing onto its namesake beach. While green might not be the first color that comes to mind when you hear “neutral,” we’d argue that this lush space is wonderfully earthy.

If this space fills you with envy, explore our wide selection of green tile.

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11. Add Beautifully Rustic Texture With Brick-Look Tile

Bring rustic chic to your space with richly textured brick-look tile like the French Quarter Toulouse Street tile shown here. Made of durable, weather-resistant porcelain, this robust tile is perfect for indoor and outdoor spaces alike. Warm orange and deep brown tones combine to create vibrant, earthy color, but this tile is also available in cool neutrals: Bienville Street (dark grey), Chartres Street (brilliant white) and St. Peter Street (light grey).

12. Reflect Your Personality

Capture the radiance of the sun with a brilliant glass tile like Kelli Fontana Patina Gilded Mirror tile. Featuring distressed details and stunning gold tones, this luxurious tile reflects your unique aesthetic while adding brightness to your neutral design.

If you love this bold, romantic vibe, explore our exclusive Kelli Fontana designer collection.

13. Fold In Whimsical Details

Charming, cozy and chic, English country cottage design has crossed the pond to bring delight to American homes. Featuring dainty, often whimsical patterns, this fanciful style blends the comfort of your grandma’s living room with the elegance of Jane Austen’s drawing room. In this inviting Timber Trails–designed laundry room, Laura Ashley Wicker Dove Grey tile, with its warm greige tones and geometric floral motif, adds cheer to everyday chores.

If you love this whimsical look, explore our exclusive Laura Ashley designer collection. 👉

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14. Make a Mediterranean Escape

Inspired by the uniquely shaped tile emblematic of Alhama de Granada, Spain, the Provenzal Alhama Cotto (also available in Grey) transforms this stylish patio, designed by @ShoeMakesNew, into a Mediterranean retreat. The terracotta color brings warmth to this American “villa,” while the porcelain format makes it durable enough to withstand North American climates.

15. Create an Expressive Slab Look

Vividly veined, Erding Pearl Matte tile fills this counter-to-ceiling backsplash with wondrous movement and rustic detail. Made of durable porcelain, the large format tile spans the full height with minimal grout lines, creating a sleek slab look, as if the space were clad in a single piece of marble.

Explore our wide selection of marble look tile for more durably chic designs in a wide range of neutral tones. 👉

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16. Pick a Neutral Pattern

Fashionably floral or boldly geometric, patterned tile adds artistry to your design. Here, Morris & Co. Pure Net Brick tile weaves soft browns into a lace-like pattern, bringing elegance to an earthy palette. Dark and light brown tones pair beautifully with a lavender door and cabinetry, creating a moody, sophisticated take on English country cottage design.

If this lovely motif is your cup of tea, explore our exclusive Morris & Co. designer collection for more historic patterns inspired by the iconic British designer.

17. Add Architectural Detail

The rough-cut edges of Claros Silver Architectural tile jut out from this fireplace surround, giving it splendid tactile as well as visual texture. Featuring grey, beige, bronze and cream tones, this travertine tile is naturally opulent with expressive variation.

Perfect for a fireplace surround or statement wall, architectural tile is available in a wide variety of natural stone options.

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18. Create a Checkmate Design

Level up your checkerboard game by going beyond classic black and white. Here, earthy beige Bucak Light Walnut and Arctic White marble tiles are arranged in a chic diagonal pattern across the floor of this stunning Timber Trails–designed bathroom.

This dynamic design is endlessly versatile. Simply pair any two same-size square tiles (or halved rectangular tiles) to create a winning look. Or take the guesswork out of the process by shopping our curated checkerboard pairings.

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19. Add an Abstract Design

Leaning into geometry, the Nikki Chu Zulu Pumice tile (also available in Graphite [black] and Cement [grey]) features white, hand-drawn-look shapes on a serene, earthy beige background. The abstract arches are multidirectional, allowing for custom designs like the seemingly random arrangement along the far wall of this tub surround.

Discover more globally inspired, fashion-forward designs when you shop our exclusive Nikki Chu designer collection.

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20. Add Depth to Your Design With Black Stone

Subtle bronze tones give Noir limestone subway tile beautiful depth, as seen in this warm mudroom designed by Julie Howard for Timber Trails. The rich coloration is enhanced by natural light and ochre walls, filling the space with warmth. Dark, earthy tones are also practical, helping minimize the appearance of dirt in this high-traffic area.

Shop our wide selection of limestone tile to discover a wealth of natural tones. 👉

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21. Take Your Design Up a Notch With Travertine

Formed in mineral springs, travertine is a type of limestone known for expressive coloration and beautiful natural movement. With silver, beige and brown veining, Claros Silver Hex travertine floor tile adds lush visual texture to this West Bay Homes–designed wet room. Paired with Atlanta White marble look wall tile, the space strikes the perfect balance between natural beauty and practical durability.

Explore our extensive collection of travertine tile for more naturally elegant looks.

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22. Bathe in Beige

Bathing this space in the lush, undulating tones of the Coco Canvas Glossy tile, @jessicasmithhomedesign creates a serene shower that exudes luxury. Installed in a vertical straight stack, the subway tile walls echo the vertical boards on the wainscoting while adding a sense of height to the space. A marble checkerboard tile floor completes the look, bringing in rich, soothing neutral details.

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Bring Your Dream Space to Life!

Whatever tone, material or style you desire, you’ll find tile and flooring to suit your space at The Tile Shop. Shop tile by color to explore a wealth of beautiful hues and see how they’ll look in your space with our Tile Visualizer.

Ready to start your reno? Schedule a free design consultation or visit your local Tile Shop showroom, where you’ll find the materials, tools and expert advice to take your project from concept to completion.

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1. Make Your Floor Feel Expansive

Requiring fewer grout lines, large format tile creates a sense of openness that can visually expand the footprint of a small powder room or compact primary bath. In this elegant transitional bathroom, designed by @esslingerdesigncompany, the crisp white veining in the grey stone-look Wells Pearl Matte 12″ x 24″ tile blends tonally with the white grout, minimizing the appearance of the joints and creating space-enhancing cohesion across the floor.

MORE TO EXPLORE | Space-Maximizing Small Bathroom Tile Ideas

2. Create a Chic & Unique Space With Marble

Whether lush and expressive or delicately veined, marble is the epitome of luxury. Available in sizes up to 12″ x 24″, large-format marble tile delivers the look of a traditional stone floor or slab stone wall in an easy-to-install format. This charming bathroom, designed by Annie Selke, features creamy ivory Arctic White tile. Subtle natural variations in the stone make each piece unique, resulting in a truly one-of-a-kind space.

Shop our wide selection of marble tile for more uniquely expressive looks.

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3. “Paint” the Room With Laura Park Tile

Featuring expressive marble-look detail in cool blue pastel inspired by the ocean and her signature watercolors, the Laura Park Seaside Marble large format tile creates an artistic tableau in this beautiful bathroom. Paired with the coordinating herringbone mosaic tile and the patterned Cosmo Aegean Blue (featuring one of Park’s most popular original designs), the vivid blue tile infuses the space with expressive movement and brilliant tones that are both soothing and invigorating.

Explore our exclusive Laura Park designer collection for more captivating shapes and abstract motifs designed to mix and match.

4. Marble-Look Tile = Low-Maintenance Luxury

Love the look of marble but not the upkeep? Large format marble look tile offers the perfect solution. Available in sizes up to 48″ x 48″, these tiles replicate the natural veining of real stone in a durable porcelain or ceramic format. In this opulent bathroom, designed by Gray Space Interiors, the Invisible Grey tile fills the space with bold, expressive movement.

Explore our extensive selection of marble look tile for more beautiful, low-maintenance looks.

5. Add Texture

The raised fluted detail of the Kelli Fontana Tommas Classico tile (also available in grey-veined Tommas Carrara) creates both tactile and visual texture, as the ridges cast subtle shadows along the wall. Featuring smooth, rounded flutes, the 12″ x 35″ tile engages the senses as you run your hand along the surface, filling the space with delicate elegance. This romantic aesthetic is further enhanced by the elaborate leaf motif on the checkered Kelli Fontana Inlay Proper in Eden Ode and Florence Lace floor tile.

If you love this bold, classic and whimsical look, explore our exclusive Kelli Fontana designer collection.

6. Supersize Your Style With Porcelain Panels

Taking large format to the max, porcelain slab panels are available in sizes up to 32″ x 94″ and can be purchased as complete shower and tub kits. Shown here in beautiful Masterstone White, this tile features a contemporary mix of cool and warm neutrals, delivering the beauty of natural marble in durable, easy-to-maintain porcelain. Minimal grout lines create a seamless, high-end look while making cleaning a breeze.

Shop all four natural stone-inspired styles: Max Rapolano Ivory, Statuario Nuovo, Masterstone White and Calacatta White.

Note: These oversized panels require specialized equipment and professional expertise for installation and are not recommended for DIY projects. Contact your local Tile Shop for a list of qualified installers in your area.

7. Mix Marble & Marble-Look Tile

You don’t have to choose between the exquisite elegance of marble and the durability and easy care of marble-look tile. By combining the two, you can create a space that’s both unique and practical—and the lower price point of marble-look tile can help stretch your budget.

In this stunning space, designed by Nikki Chu, Macchia Vecchia porcelain wall tile is paired with Calacatta Evora marble floor tile. The bold veining of the marble-look tile complements the subtle natural variation of the marble, creating a harmonious yet striking design.

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8. Add a Vertical Stripe

Add visual interest and the illusion of height to your shower with a long, skinny tile—like the 12″ x 35″ Atins Lambri Shell shown here. The tile’s fluted surface adds a tactile element, while its soothing beige stone details complement the veining in the Marmo Calacatta Gold wall tile in this lovely space, designed by @the_daily_diy_official.

MORE TO EXPLORE | Ultra-Stylish Neutral Shower Tile Ideas

9. Match With a Mosaic

Create visual distinction between your bathroom and shower areas while maintaining a cohesive look by pairing large-format tile with a coordinating mosaic. In this gorgeous, contemporary space, Moonstone Off White large format tile is used in the main bathroom, while the Moonstone Off-White Picket mosaic adds texture and traction in the shower. The matching design ties the space together, making it feel elegant and intentional.

Shop this expressive stone-look tile in this and two more distinct colorways: Moonstone Beige (and Picket) and Moonstone Gray (and Picket).

10. Choose Pre-Scored Tile for Easy Installation

Another benefit of large format tile is that it simplifies installation by covering more area with fewer pieces. The Cool Blue tile features pre-scored grout joints, giving the appearance of 18 individual handmade-look tiles while offering the convenience of a single large piece. We love how this tile is installed with extra-wide horizontal grout joints for an elevated design detail.

MORE TO EXPLORE | Tips to Nail Your Grout Color and Design

11. Make a Major Play With a Checkerboard Design

Classically chic, checkerboard is a timeless design that’s getting major play in contemporary spaces. Level up this simple layout with large format square tile. Here, the Livingstone tile in Grigio and Nero hopscotch across the floor and tub surround for a delightful, dynamic effect—a true game changer!

For an easy win, explore our curated checkerboard pairings.

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12. Get a Water-Resistant Wood Look

Bring the ruggedly refined look of hardwood to your bathroom with large format wood-look tile. Realistic graining and knotting mimic wooden planks in these long, skinny tiles. Suited to a range of styles—including modern farmhouse, Japandi, and transitional—these water-resistant porcelain and ceramic tiles protect your floors and walls while offering exceptional design.

Shop our wide selection of wood-look tile, like the Truewood Beige porcelain tile featured in this gorgeous modern farmhouse bathroom, designed by Haneen Matt of Haneen’s Haven.

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13. Choose a Cement Look for Sleek Industrial Design

You don’t need a downtown loft to embrace the cool, urban aesthetic of industrial design. Richly detailed cement-look porcelain or ceramic tile brings this sophisticated style to any home—whether in the heart of the city or on the farthest suburban outskirts.

Here, Softcement Graphite tile infuses this West Bay Homes–designed bathroom with sleek industrial vibes. We love how the natural elements—in the form of the wildlife print and plant—contrast with the cement-look tile, adding warmth and organic appeal.

Shop this chic tile in all three on-trend colorways: Graphite, Silver and White.

14. Create a Space that Shines With Metallic-Look Tile

Featuring stunning color and a chic metallic sheen, Ionic Copper tile (also available in Steel [black] and White) creates the look of a single sheet of metal across your walls or floors. With a rectified edge that minimizes the appearance of grout lines, this 12″ x 47″ tile delivers the look of copper in a durable, rust-proof porcelain format—perfect for wet bathrooms and showers.

15. Achieve Big Style on Any Budget

No matter your budget or style, you’ll find a wealth of beautiful tile and flooring to bring your dream space to life at The Tile Shop. Priced under $7/sq. ft., the large format Macula Matte tile and Villa Cool Grey Gloss subway tile add elegant, affordable style to this contemporary shower. The lower half is tiled in 31″ x 31″ marble-look tile, reducing grout lines in the areas that collect the most dirt and soap residue, while the upper portion of subway tile creates a sleek contrast that maintains tonal cohesion.

Shop our wide selection of Tile Under $7 for more affordable on-trend styles.

Let’s Create a Space You’ll Love!

Convinced that bigger is better? Shop our vast assortment of large format tile to find the perfectly expansive style for your space. And if you need more inspiration, check out our 36 Bold and Beautiful Bathroom Ideas for 2025, or schedule a free design consultation–we’re here to help bring your dream space to life!

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While the classics—white, beige, grey and brown—remain popular, the modern neutral palette has expanded to include serene, nature-inspired blues and greens, along with striking bronze, terracotta and moody black tones. These lush yet subdued hues create visually rich tableaus that remain comfortably within neutral territory, and by layering tones, patterns and textures, you can bring stylish complexity to even the simplest color palette.

1. Add Distinct Texture

One way to add interest to a minimal color scheme is through shape and texture. This stunning shower, designed by @the_daily_diy_official, creates visual complexity with accents—the Atins Lambri Shell tile stripe and Calacatta Gold Matte Hex tile in the shower niche. While these tiles tonally complement the main Marmo Calacatta Gold wall tile, their distinct shape and texture introduce a subtle visual disruption that engages without overwhelming the senses.

2. Maintain Elegant Cohesion With a Stone Collection

Lush, luxurious and enduringly appealing, natural stone adds enjoyment and value to your home. This beautiful bathroom is bathed in Siberian Pearl marble. Featuring an ice-white background with grey and beige veining, the radiant, movement-rich pearly grey coloring creates a serene yet dynamic look. The stone design—which includes layered trim and a Niles With Grey Dot mosaic tile centerpiece—creates a uniform space that is anything but boring.

The Tile Shop’s exclusive natural stone collections include multiple styles with matching mosaics and trim, making it easy to achieve a wonderfully cohesive and timelessly elegant space—all in striking organic neutral tones. Explore this and some of our most popular collections: Bianco Colorato, Black Marquina, Firenze and Legno limestone.

3. Create Hex-cellent Designs

A classic shape experiencing a resurgence in interior design, hexagon tile enhances spaces with energetic movement and stylish silhouettes. This chic shower features the Marmaris Sunset hex, whose expressive stone-look veining brings vibrant movement to a calming neutral color scheme. By combining cool and warm neutrals, the tile’s contemporary palette adds stunning visual texture even with minimal accents.

Explore our wide selection of hexagon tile for a variety of colors, patterns and sizes to create an eye-catching design.

4. Add Rich Rust Details

Even a neutral palette can be brilliant with the right details. Tonally complementary to beige and white, rust red and terracotta enrich a color scheme without straying far from comforting neutral territory. This fashionable bathroom incorporates shades of orange to stunning effect, featuring the checkerboard Kasbah floor tile in Cross Terracotta and Star Bone, alongside the movement-rich rust veining of the Arabian Pisa Oro marble-look shower wall tile.

Explore our full selection of orange tile to introduce robust, warm tones into your neutral palette. 👉

5. Don’t Let Your Budget Limit Your Style

At The Tile Shop, we’re committed to delivering quality design for every budget. Priced under $7 per sq. ft., the Macula Matte marble-look tile and Villa Cool Grey subway tile bring lavish, affordable style to this chic shower. The soft, undulating grey tones of the handmade-look subway tile complement the expressive grey veining of the large format marble-look tile for an exquisite neutral space.

Discover our wide selection of beautiful tile for every budget and style in our Tile Under $7 collection.

6. Venture to the Dark Side

Sleek and sophisticated, black and dark steely grey tile create a wonderfully soothing mood. This fashionable shower features the Imperial Pewter Matte subway tile. This shade of soft, velvety grey is so close to black that we included it in our list of black shower tile ideas. We love how the dark grey midtones are contrasted with white grout and complemented by jet-black fixtures.

To explore a more dramatic, moody look, browse our wide selection of black tile. 👉

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7. Create High Contrast

White and black naturally create the perfect yin-and-yang balance, enlivening your space without disrupting its tranquility. Here, Color Mind Light AC Matte subway tile on shower walls is paired with Hex Matte Black tile in the recessed niche. White grout creates a seamless backdrop on the shower walls, then gently contrasts with the black hex tile in the niche, creating a dynamic yet subtle visual texture with standout geometric simplicity.

8. Soothe With Scallops

A unique tile shape can add interest to a simple color scheme. From scallops and waves to leaves, stars, and crosses, an unexpected silhouette can enliven your space by offering a welcome deviation from the routine. Designed by @malloryandrewsinteriors, this stunning shower wall features the Tortona White tile. The scalloped edge lends softness, while the diagonal installation adds an unexpected twist, creating visual distinction even as the complementary grout maintains a nuanced design. The look is so original that carrying it through into the shower niche—where you might expect a different tile—feels both organic and playful.

9. Pick a Pretty Penny

Small but mighty, penny round tile packs a major design punch, as shown in this deceptively simple shower designed by @onecottageway. Large stripes of tightly packed Penny Round tile in Matte White and Milk create a subtle tonal shift, giving the shower an air of understated elegance. If you look closely, you’ll notice the tile also extends onto the bathroom wall, creating a cohesive space with gentle movement that feels expansive.

10. Layer In Coastal Vibes

Warm off-white and cool denim-blue hues blend together to create this sea-meets-shore coastal chic dream space. The Signature Denim Gloss subway and London and Pencil trim tiles are layered around a picture frame of Shapes Elongated Hex Off White Two Tone mosaic tile, finished with a subtle layer of Signature Oatmeal Gloss Square Pencil trim. The muted oceanic tones create a calming atmosphere that’ll transform any house into a beach house—whether you’re East Coast, West Coast or no coast.

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11. Showcase a Beautiful Motif

By framing a patterned or mosaic tile with trim, you can create a decorative focal point that adds interest to your shower wall without overwhelming the space. If bold, bright designs aren’t your style, opt for an elegant neutral motif, like the Kelli Fontana Inlay Proper Naples Beach tile shown here. Featuring an ornate white floral pattern on a soft travertine-look background, this tile is fancy without being flamboyant.

Love this romantic, feminine aesthetic? Explore our exclusive Kelli Fontana designer collection for more of her signature bold, classic and whimsical designs.

12. Pair Natural Stone With Stone-Look Tile

Natural stone comes in a range of neutral tones—from crisp white to deep black—making marble, travertine, slate and limestone excellent choices for a neutral shower design. If you love the one-of-a-kind character of stone but want to stretch your budget or simplify maintenance, try pairing the real thing with marble-look porcelain or ceramic tile.

This tasteful wet room, designed by West Bay Homes, features Claros Siler hex floor tile and Atlanta White porcelain wall tile. We love how the lush, complex silver and beige tones of the stone contrast with the thin grey veining in the wall tile.

MORE TO EXPLORE | Wonderfully Luxurious Wet Room Tile Ideas

13. Keep It Classy With Black and White

This stylish color-blocked shower is black and white and fabulous all over. Like a well-tailored tux, Lanse Matte Picket tile in Black and White suits the space with striking contrast and crisp horizontal and diagonal lines. Installed with matching grout, the unique picket shape—named for the pointed fence posts it resembles—is subtle but distinct, while the matte finish gives the space a sleek, contemporary appeal.

Discover more dynamic designs when you shop picket tile. 👉

14. Surround Yourself With Spa-Like Serenity

Achieve the luxurious, relaxing feel of expansive stone slabs in a durable, easy-to-maintain format with oversized porcelain panels. Available individually or in complete shower and tub surround kits, these opulent designs mimic real stone and require even fewer grout lines than large-format tile, creating a near-seamless finish throughout your space.

In this spa-worthy bathroom, Masterstone White panels are installed in the shower and behind the vanity, filling the space with soft beige and gray tones for a chic, realistic marble effect. The hexagon-shaped mirror, floating vanity, and tapered sconces add contemporary contrast to this timeless tableau.

Shop porcelain panel shower kits in all four on-trend styles: Masterstone White, Calacatta White, Statuario Nuovo and Max Rapolano.

15. “Paint” Your Walls With Relaxing Pastels

Inspired by her original watercolors, our exclusive Laura Park designer collaboration is filled with painterly designs and soothing color palettes. This gorgeous shower showcases the Laura Park Seaside Marble porcelain tile, which pairs realistic stone veining with vibrant blue tones that evoke the ocean—an inspiration for many of Park’s designs. The floor and the side of the shower bench are tiled with the coordinating Herringbone mosaic, adding both visual movement and traction underfoot.

16. Luxuriate in Lush White Marble

Crisp, creamy white marble epitomizes relaxing luxury, as in this lavish shower featuring expressively veined Volakas marble. Abundant with natural movement, the corner-to-corner marble tile feels both elegant and distinctive. We love how it’s paired with a brass shower fixture for a sleek, contemporary look.

For a wealth of coordinating options, explore this and our other exclusive white marble tile collections: Arctic White, Bianco Puro, Calacata Evora and Hampton Carrara.

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17. Stimulate Your Senses With Pebble Tile

The raised contours of the White Pebbles tile provide a subtle foot massage as you enter this ruggedly refined shower. Tumbled for softness and visual depth, each stone contributes to a mosaic full of natural texture. Its subdued beige‑and‑white palette feels earthy yet understated, infusing the space with a calm, spa‑like serenity.

18. Add Natural Appeal With Wood-Look Tile

Wood may not be the best material choice for a shower, but you can achieve the same look with water-resistant porcelain or ceramic wood-look tile. Whether your aesthetic is rugged or refined, this look complements a range of contemporary and traditional styles.

This stately shower features Rovere Honey tile, whose realistic woodgrain details create wonderful visual texture. We how the organic feel of these long porcelain “planks” contrasts with the geometric stripe of Trois Bandes black-and-white patterned tile.

19. Add Fashion-Forward Design

Eclectic, globally inspired designs and a fashion-forward neutral color palette define our exclusive collaboration with celebrity designer Nikki Chu. This stylish shower features two of her tiles: the Tangier Cement patterned tile and the Mrembo Polished marble-look large format tile. The crisp, hand-drawn geometric motif adds movement and visual interest, complemented by the warm white background and subtle grey veining of the stone-look tile. Notice how the polished surface reflects the pattern at the corners of the shower, adding dimension and giving the small space an expansive feel.

Explore the Nikki Chu collection for more lavish, easily coordinating looks.

20. Go Green

Green might not be the first color that comes to mind when you think of a neutral color palette, but we’d like to make a case for including this lush, serene hue in the category. While bright shades of lime and kelly green can feel more invigorating than calming, a dark forest or soft mint green brings a subdued—yet still vibrant—tone to your space.

Providing a connection to nature that stimulates the senses, the deep emerald tones of the Alison Victoria Gem marble mosaic tile are cut through with thin beige veining, softening the dark surface. These expressive tones are perfectly complemented by the bold green and beige veining in the Marradi Calacatta Emerald marble-look tile featured in the shower niche. The result is a space that is at once restful and rejuvenating.

If this space turns you green with envy, explore our wide assortment of green tile. 👉

21. Add Handcrafted Character

Crafted, painted and glazed by hand, each Zellige tile is one of a kind, infusing your space with truly unique character. This beautiful shower, designed by @hannahcustomhomes, showcases Zellige Alabaster Gloss—a radiant neutral with undulating shades of pinkish beige and grey.

If you love this authentic handmade look, explore our selection of Zellige tile in a range of traditional shapes and colors. For a bit more uniformity—or a slightly lower price point—browse our extensive collection of handmade-look tile.

22. Embrace Botanical Patterns

Botanical patterns, from fanciful florals to the lush leaves on display in this shower from @thehoneycombhome, provide a connection to nature that can both soothe and uplift your mood. The graceful willow branch motif on the Morris & Co. Hawkdale Willow Olive tile—which is derived from the iconic British designer’s 1887 wallpaper pattern—creates a zen-like tableau on the wall of this shower from @thehoneycombhome. Interspersed with the coordinating Hawkdale Pure Chalk tile to create negative space, this design combines naturalism with a minimalist aesthetic.

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23. Accent With Trim

It’s true for tile, just as it is with clothing or bedding—layering makes your design feel more stylized and intentional. This shower beautifully demonstrates how tile can be mixed and layered to create visual interest. Featuring tile from our Signature collection, the Bianco Bevel Gloss is framed with Denim Gloss Pencil and layered with Bianco Gloss REL between the Denim Gloss London tile that bisects the space. Without straying from a simple neutral color palette, this layout elevates the shower with subtle layers of complexity.

Shop our exclusive Signature collection tile for elevated basics in a range of contemporary neutrals designed for mixing and matching.

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24. Create a Chain Reaction

Inspired by high-end textile designs, the Kelli Fontana Chain Reaction Pearl Beige Stone tile (also available in Black on Black marble) features a travertine “chain” interspersed with crisp white marble. The mix of stones gives this space an opulent, dynamic appeal and movement that draws the eye up the wall. It’s a perfect example of how to introduce stylish complexity while maintaining a simple color scheme.

Explore our wide selection of mosaic tile for more intricately detailed designs.

25. Consider Your Grout

Don’t discount grout when creating your tile design—this necessary element is also an essential style detail. The color you choose can dramatically transform your space: Contrasting grout can accentuate a unique layout or create a sense of movement, while complementary grout softens the design, allowing the tile to take center stage.

In this shower, Whisper Grey grout blends seamlessly with the overall design, complementing the Hampton Carrara tile in the recessed niche and creating only a subtle tonal shift from the Signature Bianco subway tile on the walls.

MORE TO EXPLORE | Tips for Nailing Your Grout Color and Design

Let’s Create a Space You’ll Love!

Ready to design a shower that soothes and invigorates? Browse our wide selection of shower tile to find the perfect shade and design to suit your style. Need extra assistance? Schedule a free design consultation or visit your local Tile Shop, where you’ll find the materials, tools, and expert advice needed to bring your dream space to life.

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Read on to discover 15 of our top tile design predictions for 2026—timeless looks and ideas that will shape the year ahead and inspire beautiful spaces you’ll love for years to come.

1. Modern Rustic

Characterized by warm, muted neutrals, natural materials and an atmosphere of relaxed refinement, modern rustic design is contemporary and sophisticated, yet still cozy. This style is perfect if you’re looking to update your modern farmhouse home—many of the same principles of approachable earthiness apply, but with fewer literal farmhouse elements.

This wet room, designed by HGTV star Alison Victoria, features a wall of rough-cut stone paired with the opulent Bianco Puro chevron marble mosaic, proving that this rugged style can also be elegant. If you love the warmth of modern farmhouse but are drawn to spaces that are a bit more streamlined, modern rustic is the perfect evolution.

2. Pleated Materials

Soft and romantic, pleats are rippling through the interior design world—offering unique tactile and visual texture in unexpected materials and spaces. This beautiful entryway features Kelli Fontana Tommas Classico marble-look wall tile. The raised, fluted pattern mimics pleats found in fabric, adding dimension and a dynamic quality as the pattern casts shadows in shifting light (you can achieve a similar look using Home Kit-Kat tiles). Kelli Fontana Patina Mirror tiles in Eclipse and Siren also contribute depth to the space.

Explore our exclusive Kelli Fontana designer collection for more of this bold, classic, and whimsical aesthetic.

3. Hand-Painted Motifs

Playful and expressive, painterly patterns have been gaining popularity over the past decade—and we predict they’ll continue to bring beauty and joy to interiors in the coming year. The chic bathroom below captures this trend perfectly with tiles from our exclusive new Laura Park collection.

The Cosmo Aegean Blue porcelain wall and floor tile, adapted from one of Laura Park’s signature wallpaper prints, brings artistic flair to the room’s floor with its hand-painted-look floral pattern and expressive brushstrokes. Soft blue tones flow seamlessly into the Seaside Marble wall tiles and coordinating shower floor mosaic, creating a serene, cohesive space full of color and charm.

Explore our wide selection of patterned tiles to discover more hand-painted motifs to suit your style.

4. Modern Organic

Much like rustic modern design (featured at #1 on this list), modern organic design celebrates natural materials and earthy tones—but with a more curated, minimalist sensibility. This style balances warmth and simplicity, pairing clean lines with organic texture and pattern for a look that feels effortlessly sophisticated.

In this serene patio, the Nikki Chu Tangier Pumice tile captures that balance beautifully. Its hand-drawn geometric motif introduces subtle movement and contemporary structure, while the soft, neutral palette grounds the space in nature. The result is a harmonious blend of modern polish and organic ease.

Explore our exclusive Nikki Chu designer collection for more organic patterns and contemporary neutral palettes.

5. Rich, Earth-Toned Neutrals

Say goodbye to millennial grey! The trend toward beige, warm white, earthy greens and muted blues will continue into the new year. Far from boring, these rich neutrals offer complexity and a connection to nature, creating deeply expressive spaces that move away from the starker, more industrial feel of the cool tones that defined much of the early 2000s.

This sumptuous space showcases Nuovo Riad wall tile in Bianco and Creme, installed in a chic checkerboard—another popular trend we expect to see more of in 2026. The warm browns and blacks in the Terrazzo Bianco Micro floor tile (this tile is no longer available; achieve a similar look with Terrazzo Bianco Macro tile)–which pops up again in trend #15 on this lis–adds even more visual texture.

6. Berry Hues

Warm mahogany, deep purple and dark cherry red have already been named colors of the year by some of the top paint brands—and we predict these rich berry hues will continue to grace spaces for years to come. This retro-inspired bathroom, designed by @johnmartinestudio, features Imperial Sienna gloss square mosaic tile (this tile is no longer available; achieve a similar look with Imperial Red Gloss). The deep red hue is balanced by the warm light wood vanity and off-white walls.

7. Raised Wood Patterns

Compatible with several contemporary and traditional styles—such as modern rustic, modern organic, Japandi and biophilic design—raised wood patterns have been growing in popularity for years, and we predict they will appear in even more spaces in the year to come. Featuring a range of designs—like the geometric cross shape in the Tavola Decor tile shown here—these tiles create a sensory experience with natural appeal. Explore our wide selection of wood-look tile for more unique motifs.

8. Color and Material Drenching

Color drenching—the process of bathing a room, including doors, ceilings and trim, in a single color—will continue to be popular in 2026. For the bold, this trend extends to materials as well as color. Saturating an entire room in a single hue—or even a single tile—adds depth and can make your space feel larger. Here, Costa Emerald Mix mosaic tile covers the walls and floors with rich green tones. We love how the band of gold metal trim breaks up the design—small details like this add visual interest to a monochromatic space.

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9. Sustainable Materials

Sustainability is always in fashion, and in the years ahead, the focus on recycled, natural and environmentally friendly materials will continue to shape home design. Featuring a durable eucalyptus core and a real wood veneer, our Corlee engineered hardwood collection offers natural beauty along with exceptional durability, easy installation and a lower impact on our forests.

Explore our wide selection of engineered hardwood in a variety of light and dark finishes to suit any style.

10. Terracotta Revival

Rustic and warm, terracotta and terracotta-look tile are a natural fit for many contemporary design styles gaining prominence in the coming year. Evoking a chic Southwest aesthetic, this rust-colored tile instantly brightens a space with rich, complex tones. This stylish room, designed by @northstardesign.co, features Kasbah Star and Cross Terracotta tiles. Their handmade look and Moroccan-inspired design add depth and interest to the modern rustic space.

11. Handmade Ceramics

Our preference for handcrafted designs and authentic materials will continue into the new year, with a particular appetite for handmade ceramics throughout the home. Fully embrace this trend with our Zellige collection tile—each piece crafted, painted and glazed by hand using centuries-old techniques. Here, the Zellige Shamrock and White Gloss petite subway tiles demonstrate that historic design and expert craftsmanship can be used to create stunning contemporary spaces.

12. Art Deco Designs

Curves, geometric patterns and mixed materials—the defining style of the 1920s—is making a roaring comeback in the 2020s. If you think this decadent, carefree style is the bee’s knees, explore our wide assortment of waterjet mosaics, many of which feature mixed materials in flapper-era patterns—like the Christie Volkas tile shown here.

13. Grout as a Design Element

Essential to any tile design, grout color can dramatically affect the look of a space. Choosing a contrasting or complementary color determines how much you highlight your tile layout. While high-contrast grout creates drama and depth, low-contrast grout offers a subtler, more organic effect. Here, white subway tile is installed using Whisper Grey grout for a softer look.

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14. Unique Shapes

Creating interest through lines that offer dynamic movement, uniquely shaped tile will create distinct spaces in the coming year. From charming leaf motifs to unconventional scallops—like the Alison Victoria Malibu Edit Pointe Dume tile shown here—these exceptional silhouettes infuse spaces with character and unparalleled allure.

Explore our wide selection of uniquely shaped tile for more extraordinary designs. 👉

15. Terrazzo-Look Porcelains

Mimicking the look of authentic terrazzo tile—a composite material containing flecks of stone, glass and marble—these tiles offer beautiful visual texture and superior durability. This warm, contemporary space, designed by @craftandtheory, features the Terrazzo Bianco Micro tile (this tile is no longer available; achieve a similar look with Terrazzo Bianco Macro tile). Its earthy tones and organic texture work well with a variety of styles trending in 2026. Shop Terrazzo porcelain tile in all four colorways: Bianco Macro, Azzurro, Nero Macro, and Nero Micro.

Whether you embrace these tile trends or create one of your own, there’s one 2026 prediction that’s guaranteed to come true: a new year will bring even more projects to admire and ideas that inspire.

Speaking of inspiration, our biggest source of inspiration, year after year, is our customers. Be sure to share your project photos by tagging @thetileshop on Instagram or uploading them to our Customer Room Gallery—we can’t wait to see what you create next.

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1. Express Your Artistic Side With Laura Park Tile

Inspired by her abstract artwork and the popular textiles derived from her mixed-media designs, our new and exclusive Laura Park tile collection showcases a stunning array of colors, styles, and motifs—offering endless possibilities for creative expression. This elegantly dynamic bathroom features four Laura Park tiles in coordinating colors and patterns: the Cosmo Aegean Blue patterned tile, Seaside Marble porcelain tile, and Bespoke White in both 5 in. and 2.56 x 5 in. sizes. A simple, warm wood vanity anchors the space, adding a touch of traditional sophistication to this artful design.

Love this look? Explore the full The Tile Shop x Laura Park collection.

2. Make It Sleek and Boho Chic!

Worldly and eclectic, modern boho chic design is all about celebrating your unique taste. Here, designer Brooke Pavel showcases a more muted—yet still vibrant—interpretation of this globally inspired style. By pairing a Picket Florencia Super Bianco tile backsplash with a light wood vanity and a blush pouf seat, Pavel strikes a delicate balance between the soft color palette and the bold geometry of the elongated hex tile and wood-carved diamond design.

MORE TO EXPLORE | Tile for Every Style: Boho Chic

3. Create Contrast

This chic transitional bathroom, designed by @emerson.studios, is a prime example of how to create harmonious contrast. The vanity, with its fine woodgrain detail, is paired with diamond-shaped, dove-grey Chalk Silver RMB porcelain floor tile (this tile is no longer available; achieve a similar look with Diamond City Grey tile). The tile’s soft, cool coloring, leather-like texture and geometric pattern beautifully offset the vanity’s warm, hard, organic character. This contrast extends to other design elements as well—note how the black, modern hardware plays against the traditional brass fixtures.

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4. Add Elegance With a Marble Mosaic

Delicate shapes crafted from exquisite stone bring a sense of exceptional elegance to any space. For a timeless traditional look, pair a marble mosaic backsplash with a stately wood vanity. This stunning bathroom features the Bisbane Brookfield diamond-shaped mosaic, which mimics the look of tufted upholstery. The refined design beautifully complements the dark wood vanity and classic fixtures.

If you love this elevated aesthetic, explore our wide selection of marble mosaic tile.

5. Bring Beautiful Blues

Cool-toned blues evoke the brilliance of the sea and sky, making them a natural complement to a warm, earth-toned wood vanity. Designed by @bellsheepstudio, this tasteful transitional bathroom features Imperial Slate Blue square mosaic tile (this tile is no longer available; achieve a similar look with Imperial Denim gloss tile). We love how the subdued blue tones are echoed in the chevron-patterned wallpaper and bath towels, while the creamy white wainscoting introduces another layer of warmth to the space.

6. Pair Patterns

A wood vanity provides a neutral anchor, giving the eye a place to rest and allowing creativity to shine throughout the rest of the space. Pairing two patterned tiles—or combining a patterned floor tile with wallpaper, as @andreak_covelladesigns does in this bold, elegant space—can make your room feel vibrant and full of life. The key to successfully mixing patterns is to create a visual throughline while maintaining clear distinction. Though aesthetically different, the black-and-white stone-look pattern of the Marble Star floor tile echoes not only the tones in the floral wallpaper but also its antique charm. Not quite ready to commit to mixed patterns in your primary bath? Try it in a powder room, where experimentation is less conspicuous.

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7. Add Historic Details With Morris & Co. Tile

Inspired by the iconic British designer’s historic wallpaper motifs—which have adorned the walls of palaces and estates across England since the late 1800s—our exclusive Morris & Co. collection brings William Morris’s dedication to beautiful, accessible design to tile. Featuring ornate patterns in soft, neutral palettes—like the St. James Farrington Grey wall tile shown here—these sophisticated designs pair effortlessly with warm beige, grey or dark wood vanities.

8. Choose Moroccan-Inspired Artisanal Appeal

This stylish bathroom is another great example of contrasting design elements. It features Kasbah Star and Cross Terracotta tiles—drawn from traditional handmade Moroccan tilework—paired with a sleek, contemporary floating vanity. Though the tile and vanity reflect distinct styles, the warm wood and terracotta tones create a cohesive visual link between them. A curved doorway cut into the cool grey wall introduces tonal contrast, yet the modern color ties it to the vanity, while the arched shape nods to classic Moroccan architecture.

9. Create a Modern Farmhouse Haven

Refined rustic details make this space a perfect example of modern farmhouse design. The luxurious dark wood vanity perfectly matches the trim and wainscoting, while the marble countertop complements the Firenze Carrara Hex floor tile. These refined details are beautifully juxtaposed with exposed brick.

MORE TO EXPLORE | Tile for Every Style: Modern Farmhouse

10. Select Sleek & Serene Stone-Look Tile

Stone and wood—two natural textures that go together like peanut butter and jelly. Whether warm tones, cool tones, or a mix of both, pairing fine woodgrain details with the delicate or dramatic veining of stone-look tile creates a space that soothes the senses. Here, the subtly veined Moonstone Off-White tile offers the organic beauty of stone in the form of durable, easy-to-maintain porcelain. If you look closely, you’ll see the tile’s horizontally oriented linear pattern flows perfectly with the vanity’s woodgrain.

11. Create Natural Tranquility With Biophilic Design

Defined by its use of colors, forms, and materials found in nature, biophilic design brings the outdoors inside, creating lush, serotonin-inducing spaces. Here, a wood vanity is paired with the gorgeous Look Oliva subway tile. The rich green hue and natural wood evoke a soothing forestscape, while the delicate floral motif of the Laura Ashley Wexbord Fresh Green shower niche adds a touch of whimsy.

MORE TO EXPLORE | Tile for Every Style: Biophilic Design

12. Add Rustic Appeal With Tumbled Stone

This classic finish is created by tumbling stone with rocks to create a worn, rustic look—perfectly showcased in the Claros Silver tumbled travertine floor tile featured in this charming Coco & Jack-designed powder room. With natural shades of rich brown, beige, and grey, this stone subway tile adds an organic, brick-like texture that pairs beautifully with the dark wood vanity. We also love how the gold fixtures introduce an elegant contrast to these rugged elements.

13. Create a Custom Subway Tile Layout

Subway tile is a classic style that effortlessly pairs with natural wood. Endlessly versatile, this design staple offers a wide range of layout options—from traditional brick-lay to contemporary straight stack. Here, the Retro Lion subway tile is installed in a vertical offset, with each row separated by the Signature Slate Blue pencil trim, creating a custom design that adds interest to the blue-and-white theme.

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14. Marry Elegance and Whimsy With Kelli Fontana Tile

Wood offers natural elegance, as do the delicate patterns and textures of the Kelli Fontana designer collection. This chic bathroom showcases her classic, bold, and whimsical style with the fluted Tommas Carrara wall tile and the checkerboard Inlay Proper in Eden Ode and Florence Lace floor tiles.

Discover more romantic, feminine styles to pair with your wood vanity in our exclusive Kelli Fontana collection.

15. Match With a Modern Black-and-White Pattern

Like a well-tailored suit, a geometric black-and-white pattern exudes sleek, modern style. This ultra-chic bathroom features the Trois Bandes floor tile, whose concentric diamonds echo the points of the Picket Florencia Super Bianco backsplash tile. The floating vanity, with its contemporary black hardware and stone countertop, completes this suave space.

16. Soothe the Senses with Quiet Luxury

Quiet luxury embraces natural materials and tranquil designs, making a wood vanity essential. Here, sleek wood with a white stone top and black hardware pairs perfectly with the lush Livingstone Melange large format marble-look tile and Argile White handmade-look subway tile. The blend of warm and cool neutrals, combined with rich visual textures throughout the room, creates an atmosphere of understated opulence.

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17. Soften Your Design with Rounded Tile

By nature, tile is a hard element, but using a rounded shape—like the Alison Victoria Malibu Edit Pescador tile shown here—introduces soft lines that add a sense of gentle movement to your design. Creating wave-like patterns inspired by its namesake California beach, this grey-veined white marble tile flows naturally along the chic backsplash, providing a sleek contrast to the dark wood vanity.

Shop our wide selection of uniquely shaped tile for more unconventional designs.

18. Reimagine Retro With Mid-Century Modern Design

Mid-century modern design celebrates natural textures, colors and forms; a dapper wood vanity with crisp, clean lines is the perfect choice to create this enduring style. The retro-inspired Stoneware subway tile from Fired Earth complements this look beautifully. Shown here in Indigo Spruce, this chic design is also available in Linen Brick (beige), Powder White and Rainwashed (sea green).

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19. Elevate Your Design With Trim

Like the perfect necklace or necktie, the right trim can elevate your tile design. This stunning black-and-white bathroom punctuates a basic white subway tile layout with Black Marquina marble Somerset trim. The wood vanity perfectly complements this stately tile design, adding natural refinement to the buttoned-up black-and-white walls.

Want to see more rooms in this home? Discover more of Timber Trails’ designer Julie Howard’s inspired spaces in this tour of her “Storybook” estate.

20. Match Wood With Wood-Look Tile

If you love the warm, natural look of wood, don’t limit it to your vanity. This organic element can extend further into your bathroom design with durable, waterproof wood-look tile. Here, the Tavola Decor tile perfectly coordinates with the blond wood vanity, while the fluted diamond design adds a tactile dimension that awakens the senses.

Shop our wide selection of wood-look tile to find the perfect match for your vanity. 👉

Let’s Create a Space You Love

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While black-and-white squares remain iconic, modern takes on checkerboard invite you to think beyond tradition. From colorful twists and unexpected layouts to innovative uses of shape and scale, these 15 ideas prove there’s more than one way to play the grid.

1. Choose Multi-Colored Squares

Black and white aren’t the only options in the checkerboard game. For their modern farmhouse kitchen, @eighteenthcenturystephens paired Antique tiles in Lava and Green to create a refined rustic aesthetic that brings both color and character to the space. We love how they grouped four tiles together to form larger squares, but for a more dynamic look, you could alternate the individual tiles instead.

2. Play With Proportion

Everything about this checkerboard wall says classic—except the proportions. Checkerboard layouts don’t need to stick to squares. By using subway tiles instead, this design delivers a fresh and unexpected twist on the traditional look.

We especially love the choice of tiles in this inviting breakfast space. Fired Earth Stoneware ceramic subway tiles (shown here in Rainwashed, a soft blue, and Linen Brick, a warm beige) feature subtle speckles and slight color variation from piece to piece, for a decorative effect characteristic of handmade mid-century ceramics. 

3. Play With Pattern

Pairing two colorways of the same pattern offers a charming, unconventional twist on the classic design. This chic bathroom features the Kelli Fontana Inlay Proper in Eden Ode (black) and Florence Lace (white). The ornate, botanical design is completed when four tiles are grouped together, adding feminine allure to the traditional checkerboard.

If you love this bold, whimsical take on a classic style, explore our exclusive Kelli Fontana designer collection.

4. Play With Shape

A twist on traditional Moroccan design, this Kasbah Cross Terracotta and Star Bone tile floor creates a dynamic foundation for a luxurious shower. The warm terracotta and crisp white tones of the checkerboard floor are echoed in the dramatic rust-colored veining of the white marble-look Arabian Pisa Ora wall tile, resulting in a space that’s visually complex yet tonally cohesive. For a striking variation, try the look in black and white with Zellige White Chabone Star and Charcoal Chabone Cross tiles.

5. Add a Third Color for a Buffalo Check

Another way to elevate your checkerboard design is by adding a third color. This buffalo check wall features Encaustic tile in Black, Cobalt and Light Grey. The three hues play across the wall to create a stylish tableau that can be recreated with any three same-sized square tiles. For a truly unique and luxurious design, try mixing marble or marble-look tiles.

6. Create a Gridded Subway Design

Alternating horizontal and vertical layouts for a grid stack subway pattern creates a dynamic sense of movement in this chic shower. The intentional variations in the Look Avio handmade-look tile add soft visual interest, while the contrasting white grout lines emphasize the pattern. To make the design more striking, incorporate multiple colors; for a quieter look, choose a tonally consistent tile with matching grout. Explore endless design possibilities with our wide selection of subway tile.

7. Choose a Mosaic for an Easy Play

Made up of small individual tiles mounted on a mesh sheet, mosaic tile combines intricate detail with easy installation. The Bennett with Roman Silver tile shown here features marble pieces arranged in an alternating vertical and horizontal pattern. Expressive veining in the gray and white marble adds a sense of movement to the checkerboard effect, while the subtle tonal shifts create a deceptively simple design that works beautifully for a wall, backsplash or floor. For a warmer, earthier look, try the Scabos Triples tile in travertine.

8. Switch Your Strategy

You don’t need to add a second color to achieve a stunning patterned checkerboard. This stylish shower features the Nikki Chu Zulu Graphite tile, showcasing a bold, hand-drawn graphic design (also available in grey Cement and beige Pumice). The multi-directional tiles make it easy to create personalized motifs, as shown here by arranging them in groups of four with alternating horizontal and vertical orientations.

If you love this eclectic, fashion-forward aesthetic, explore our exclusive Nikki Chu designer collection.

9. Elevate Your Game With Natural Stone

Marble, travertine or slate—natural stone tile showcases organic variations for a truly one-of-a-kind look. When paired together, these materials create a beautiful, expressive and unique space, like this stunning entryway designed by Timber Trails. Alternating squares of Legno limestone* and Volakas marble bring subtle beauty through veining and natural details. Notice how the beige limestone tiles are installed so that the veining aligns across each row of squares.

* This tile is no longer available; achieve a similar look with Bucak Light Walnut travertine.

10. Expand the Grid

This black-and-white hexagon tile floor delivers the clean geometry of a checkerboard with an unexpected twist.

While square tiles are the most common way to achieve a grid layout—think fabric patterns or city blocks—hexagons are another timeless choice. Their six-sided form adds subtle variety while still stacking together with satisfying precision. The result is a pattern that feels both efficient and fresh. Here, crisp black accents on a white field create a classic look, but inverting the palette to a black background would offer a bold, dramatic alternative.

11. Play in Neutral Tones

You don’t need stark contrast to create an engaging design. This stunning bar area, designed by @creatiffdiy, features alternating squares of Zellige White and Alabaster gloss tile. The beige, pink and grey tones of the Alabaster tile add visual complexity while maintaining a neutral color scheme. Perfectly imperfect, these handcrafted tiles feature subtle surface variations that add texture and depth.

If you love this authentic, artisanal look, explore our wide selection of handmade Zellige tile. 👉

12. Add Winning Charm With Mosaic Blocks

Squares within squares create a beautifully expressive checkerboard tile backsplash in this elegant bathroom, seamlessly blending modern and traditional decor. Composed of 2″ square tiles, the Zellige Turquoise and White mosaic tiles feature tonal and surface variations that add visual complexity to this simple design.

Recreate this look as shown, or explore these handcrafted mosaic tiles in other colorways: Alabaster Pearl, Azul, Black, Dark Grey, Dirty Blue, Light Grey and Shamrock.

13. Turn Squares Into Diamonds

Rotating a checkerboard layout 45 degrees gives this counter-to-ceiling tile backsplash a whimsical touch. The intersecting diagonal lines draw the eye up and out simultaneously, making this cozy space feel both taller and wider. Handmade-look tiles, open shelving, wood-plank floors, and apron sink are all characteristic of modern farmhouse style, while the blue and white color palette adds a breezy, coastal feel.

If you like this look, explore all the styles in our exclusive Laura Park designer collection.

14. Deconstruct the Board

The Cassettone Black tile offers a deconstructed take on the classic black-and-white pattern. Durable yet luxurious, the marble-look mosaic tile brings just the right amount of opulence to this elegant transitional bathroom, designed by @pineislanddesign.

Discover more refined designs to mix and match in our wide selection of marble-look tile.

15. Make a Major Play with Large Format Tile

Defined as any tile with one side 23″ or larger and available in sizes up to 48″ x 48″, large format tile supersizes any design. Here, the 23″ x 23″ Colormatte tile in White and Black hopscotches across the entryway floor in an oversized checkerboard, creating a feeling of expansive movement.

Bring huge style to your space by pairing any two same-size large format tiles. 👉

There are so many ways to play the checkerboard game! Shop our curated checkboard pairings for more ideas. Find a tile combo you love? Order samples to see it in your space, or use our Tile Visualizer to help envision your project.

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Even a small space can feel luxurious with the right tile. From sleek porcelain slabs to beautiful mosaics and vibrant patterns, these 12 shower tile ideas will refresh and rejuvenate your limited square footage.

Discover a wealth of possibilities for wet spaces in our expansive selection of shower tile.

1. Surround Yourself With Seamless Luxury

Create a lush, opulent space with oversized porcelain panels. Available individually or in four-piece shower kits, these 32″ x 94″ panels mimic the look of a single stone slab with minimal grout lines, creating a near-seamless finish that makes a small space feel larger—bonus: they’re also easier to clean.

Exuding high-end elegance, this chic bathroom features the Masterstone White panel throughout. A crisp white background with a contemporary mix of beige and grey veining creates a rich stone look and a soothing atmosphere, enhanced by sleek brass fixtures.

Shop porcelain panels in all four exquisite stone looks: Masterstone White, Calacatta White, Max Rapolano Ivory and Statuario Nuovo.

2. Find a Fashion-Forward Focus

A bold accent wall in muted neutrals is the focal point of this fashionable shower. Featuring a hand-drawn geometric design, Nikki Chu Zulu Cement tile (also available in Pumice [beige] and Graphite [black]) is installed in a dynamic zigzag pattern that draws the eye up and across, giving the small space a sense of expansiveness. On the side walls, coordinating Nikki Chu Mrembo Honed stone-look tile echoes the palette of the patterned tile.

If you love this sophisticated, globally inspired design, explore our exclusive Nikki Chu designer collection.

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3. Add Stylish Utility

At the intersection of form and function sits the shower niche—a recessed shelf designed to store your toiletries in style. Perfect for keeping essentials from cluttering a small shower, a niche also provides an opportunity to showcase a decorative patterned or mosaic tile. Here, Laura Park Cosmo Aegean Blue tile is on elegant display, surrounded by coordinating Laura Park Seaside Marble tile.

Designed to complement, the vibrant patterns and calming colors of our exclusive Laura Park designer collection will add artistry to your space.

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4. White Tile Shower Ideas for Small Bathrooms

Crisp and clean, white tile is an excellent choice for showers. This bright, invigorating bathroom features Kelli Fontana Tommas Classico marble look tile (also available in grey-veined Carrara). The raised fluted pattern casts soft shadows that shift with the changing light, giving the space a dynamic sense of movement. Run your hand over the gently rounded flutes to awaken your senses in the morning or calm your nerves at the end of a long day.

If you love the whimsical, romantic look of this space—note the checkered Kelli Fontana Inlay Proper floor tile in Eden Ode and Florence Lace—explore our exclusive Kelli Fontana designer collection.

5. Create a Playful Pattern

Kids’ bathrooms can be tricky to style—you want a design that can grow with them or transition into a guest bath over time. Hand Makes Home strikes the right balance between playfulness and sophistication in this charming bathroom designed for her young boys. Glass subway tiles in White, Storm and Light Blu are installed in a custom pattern that infuses the space with cheerful energy.

To create a similar pattern of your own, explore our wide selection of subway tile.

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6. Add Abstract Expressions

Designed to emulate glazed pottery, the Jeffrey Alan Marks Big Sur Sea Spray tile (also available in Off the Hook [blue]) brings expressive movement to this coastal chic shower. Tonally complementing the blue-green Look Avio subway tile on the adjoining wall, this vibrant tile adds rich visual interest—perfect for elevating a small space.

For more relaxed, coastal-inspired designs, explore our exclusive Jeffrey Alan Marks designer collection.

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7. Go for a Design Checkmate!

A classic pattern making a major play in contemporary design, checkerboard is a versatile look that enlivens and elevates any space. While black-and-white squares remain a staple, there are many creative takes on the pattern that add an unexpected twist.

Here, handmade Zellige tile in Azul (dark blue) and Light Grey brings a new dimension to the design. The sides of the shower are tiled in Zellige Azul as well, with the glossy surface reflecting the checkerboard pattern on the far wall, making the space feel more expansive.

If you love this authentic, handcrafted look, explore our wide selection of Zellige tile. Or explore our newly expanded selection of checkerboard pairings for an easy play.

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8. Break Up the Space

Pairing Villa Cool Grey Gloss subway tile and large format Macula Matte tile, this chic shower layout adds a sense of height and expansiveness to the small space. Featuring lush grey veining, the marble look tile along the bottom half of the space creates a sense of movement that draws the eye across the room. On the top half, the subway tile, installed in a vertical straight stack, directs the eye upward, making the wall feel taller.

Stylish and affordable, these tiles prove you don’t need to break the bank to create a stunning space. Discover even more beautiful looks for any budget in our expansive selection of tile under $7.

Pro Tip: Requiring fewer grout lines, large format tile (defined as any tile with one side larger than 23″) will make your small space look and feel bigger.

9. Put in a Picture Frame

Created by “framing” a patterned or mosaic tile with trim, a tile picture frame is a great way to add definition to your small shower. Typically installed around the shower head and handle, this elegant feature provides a captivating focal point while you bathe. Here, the Shapes Elongated Hex Off White Two Tone mosaic tile is framed with three layers of Signature trim (Denim Gloss London and Pencil, and Gris Square Pencil). This decorative detail remains tonally consistent with the Signature Denim Gloss subway tile, enhancing the space’s cool coastal feel.

Discover elevated basics designed for mixing and matching in our exclusive Signature tile collection.

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10. Bathe Your Space In Natural Stone

Small spaces are the perfect place to invest in natural stone. Inherently beautiful, marble, travertine, slate and limestone offer rich details that ensure your space is truly unique. Stone collections include coordinating field, mosaic and trim pieces, so you can achieve a unified look across your entire space.

This lovely shower features Volakas tile throughout. The field tile on the left wall is the same stone used in the Alison Victoria Elia Honed leaf-shaped mosaic on the right wall. A coordinating shower seat provides a place to rest, hold toiletries or assist with shaving.

Explore the rich offerings available in the Tile Shop-exclusive natural stone collections: Volakas, Hampton Carrara, Calacata Evora, Legno, Firenze and more.

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11. Create Your Forever Space with Universal Design

Bringing the principles of universal design into your bathroom will help you enjoy it—and your home—longer. Features like a curbless entry, grab bars and shower seats and benches help ease bathing for people with mobility challenges, and add comfort and value to your home.

This shower floor showcases another universal design feature. A tiled “rug” of Laura Park Watercolor Marble herringbone tile is installed in the center of the shower, providing a visual and textural guide, while the many grout joints between the mosaic pieces add traction, reducing slip hazards.

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12. Consider Your Grout

Don’t overlook one of the most essential elements of your tile design. Grout, whether tonally contrasting or complementary, can make a big impact even in small spaces. A contrasting grout will highlight your layout, while a complementary grout will create a softer look.

Here, Whisper Grey grout peeks out between Signature Bianco Gloss tile. The muted tone matches the Hampton Carrara tile used in the shower niche, creating a tonally consistent visual throughline between the walls and trim.

Pro Tip: Consider your cleaning routine when selecting grout. White grout shows dirt more readily, black grout can highlight soap scum, while grey or beige grout will stay looking clean longer.

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Let’s Create a Space You’ll Love!

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Small Bathroom & Shower Tile FAQs

What is the best tile to use for a small shower?

As with any space, the best tile to use is the one that most appeals to you. Since the shower is often one of the first spaces you enter in the morning, choosing a pattern, style or material that makes you feel refreshed and invigorated can help you start your day off right. Alternatively, if you’re a nighttime showerer, a soothing, relaxing look can help you wind down.

What is the best color tile for a small bathroom?

Light-colored tile can make your space feel more open and airy, but if your bathroom has plenty of natural light, you can opt for a darker tile. A highly reflective finish, such as a glossy jewel-toned tile, will help bounce light around the space even if the tile itself is darker.

What tile makes a small shower look bigger?

There are many ways to create a feeling of expansiveness in a small space. Large format tile requires fewer grout lines, making a space feel and appear larger (as do oversized porcelain slabs). Perhaps counterintuitively, small-format mosaic tile can also trick the eye into perceiving a space as larger, as it gives the eye more detail to take in.

Layout can also impact perception. Subway tile can create the illusion of height when installed vertically, or width when installed horizontally.

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