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. Go All Out With Marble

Nothing exudes opulence like marble. If your space and budget allow, drenching your bathroom in a single stone tile creates a vibrant yet cohesive look that envelops you in luxury. Designed by Nikki Chu, this lush space features Ashford Carrara marble throughout. Rich veining keeps the design visually engaging, even as the marble extends across every surface.

Discover more expressive opulence in our wide selection of marble tile.

2. Pair Grey With White

Featuring purposeful variations in tone and texture, the handmade-look Coco tiles—shown here in glossy White and Amber Grey—lend softness to this simply sleek design. Warm white and grey tones complement each other, while subtle undulation, paired with a stylish herringbone pattern, gives the space a serene sense of movement.

Discover more perfectly imperfect designs in our wide selection of handmade-look tile.

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3. Make a Point With Picket Tile

A contemporary twist on subway tile, picket tile resembles its namesake fence style. Neatly stacked, the elongated hexagons create a dynamic mix of straight and diagonal lines. This stunning shower, designed by @yellowstoneinteriordesign, features Splendor Grigio Picket tile. Its beautiful, undulating grey tones enhance the sense of flow and movement, drawing the eye up and across the space.

Make a point with your design—shop our extensive selection of picket tile.

4. Use a Stone Look

Luxuriously expressive, stone offers rich visual movement and timeless style. However, this natural material requires regular upkeep. If you love the look but not the maintenance, consider a porcelain or ceramic alternative.

This fashionable contemporary space features Moonstone Grey stone-look tile. The large format tile displays lush movement that mimics the appearance of oversized stone slabs, all in durable, easy-to-maintain porcelain.

Create bold and expansive spaces with large format tile.

5. Add Black Polka Dots

This beautiful shower, designed by Beginning in the Middle, pairs Firenze Carrara hex marble with dots of Black Marquina. By interspersing grey marble hex tiles with the same-size black marble hex tiles, the design achieves a whimsically chic look full of depth and visual interest.

Recreate this playful design using any two (or more) same-size hexagon tiles.

6. Choose a Marble Mosaic

Featuring natural veining and small, intricate pieces, a marble mosaic offers gorgeous movement and a unique design. This stylish shower, designed by Two Chicks & a Hammer, showcases the Altarae Stone with Glass tile. Richly textured grey-veined marble is complemented by sleek glass framing, creating small rectangular pieces that echo the black-framed “windows” in the glass shower walls. The result is a space full of exquisite contrast and striking symmetry.

Explore mosaic tile for more beautifully intricate designs.

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7. Set the Mood With Dark Grey

So dark we also included this space in our black shower ideas, Imperial Pewter Matte subway tile sets a restful mood with its stately silhouette and rich charcoal coloring. We love how @hutchdesignbuild paired black fixtures with white grout, creating a stunning tonal contrast that’s softened by the midtones of dark grey tile.

Explore our wide selection of subway tile–one of our most popular styles!

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8. Achieve Stately Elegance with a Stone Slab Kit

Virtually seamless and wonderfully luxurious, oversized porcelain slab shower and tub surround kits bring high-end design to your space. Featuring four floor-to-ceiling “slabs,” each kit is designed to line your shower with durable, easy-to-clean porcelain that showcases hyper-real stone details.

Here, Masterstone White fills the shower with stunning grey and beige marble-look veining. Matching Masterstone White mosaic and large format tiles cover the shower and bathroom floor, creating a unified, contemporary look throughout the space.

Shop shower kits in this and three other distinct styles: Calacatta White, Statuario Nuovo and Max Rapolano.

9. Make It Sleek and Chic With Glass Subway Tile

Sleek, reflective and easy to clean, glass tile is an excellent choice for your shower. This stylish space, designed by @hethout__, features the Glass Stoney Grey subway tile–pairing a fashionable silhouette with a depth-enhancing glass surface for timeless elegance and striking shine.

✨ Reflect ✨ your style with our wide selection of glass tile.

10. Go for a Contemporary Blend of Grey and Beige

Mix warm and cool neutrals for a space that feels balanced and contemporary. Here, @jenkrenzhome pairs Umbria White marble-look tile with Star patterned floor tile. The expressively veined stone-look tile features grey and beige tones on a crisp white background, while the patterned tile showcases a black star motif on an aged, off-white base. Together, the warm and cool, dark and light tones create a visually complex space that remains firmly neutral.

Explore our vast selection of patterned tile for more neutrally compatible designs.

11. Choose Movement-Rich Marble

Robust natural grey veining creates a striking tableau full of lush movement in this simple yet luxurious shower designed by Alison Victoria. A crisp white background lends depth to the Volakas marble, allowing warm grey details to stand out. Brass fixtures add a brilliant finishing touch to the understated opulence.

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12. Accent Stone With Matching Trim

One benefit of choosing a Tile Shop-exclusive stone collection is that it includes matching trim pieces. Trim provides seamless transitions between surfaces while adding stylish accents, elevating and completing your design. This serene space, designed by @kelly_brasch_interiors, features Hampton Carrara marble tile throughout, with polished Barnes trim finishing the tile edges.

If you love this elegant, cohesive look, shop our exclusive grey stone collections: Bianco Colorato, Volakas, Siberian Pearl and Victoria Grey.

13. Add Warmth With a Taupe Tile

Tonally adjacent to grey, taupe—a distinct greyish-brown color—adds warmth to what can otherwise be a cold color scheme. Featuring Weave Taupe Hex, this @ljinteriorsmn-designed shower mixes warm and cool neutrals for subtle contrast. Paired with Signature Bianco Matte subway tile and Hampton Carrara marble hex tile in the shower niche, this serene space demonstrates how to combine shapes, colors and textures to create interest within a limited palette.

Explore our selection of taupe tile for more warm-grey looks.

14. Mix Stone With Stone-Look Tile

Stretch your design—and your budget—by pairing vibrant stone-look tile with natural stone. Bold and dramatic or subtly veined—like the Atlanta White wall tile shown here—marble-look tile comes in a wide range of styles to complement any aesthetic. Paired with Claros Silver travertine, the porcelain tile offers superior durability and easy maintenance, making this expansive wet room easier to care for and clean. We love how the thin grey veining and crisp white background beautifully complement the natural beige and grey tones in the stone floor tile.

Discover a wide selection of stylish and durable stone alternatives when you shop marble-look tile.

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15. Choose an Abstract Pattern

Neutral but far from basic, the hand-drawn patterned Nikki Chu Tangier Cement tile—also available in Graphite (black-and-white) and Pumice (beige)—adds a graphic element to this simple grey-and-white bathroom. Paired with complementary Nikki Chu Mrembo Honed marble-look tile, the patterned tile is simultaneously muted and vibrantly expressive.

If you love this globally inspired, fashion-forward style, explore our exclusive Nikki Chu designer collection.

16. Use a Unique Subway Layout

Every element in this stylish shower, designed by @design_w_mary, contributes to a vibrant, neutral tableau. The rich grey veining in Africa Tempesta—featured in 8 x 20 in. and 3 x 6 in. subway tiles—complements the dramatic cloudy tones of the Foggy Morning glass subway tile on the back wall. The dynamic double-herringbone layout adds a chic sense of movement that is both playful and cohesive within the overall design.

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17. Mix Your Stones

Travertine, marble and slate come in a wide range of naturally occurring neutral palettes. To add interest to your space, try mixing different stone or stone-look tiles, or choose a tile that combines multiple stone faces—like the Mondrian marble and travertine mosaic showcased in this Timber Trails-designed space. Featuring beige travertine and large blocks of grey and white marble arranged in an abstract pattern, this artistic tile is both invigorating and tonally soothing.

To mix your own design, explore our wide selection of travertine, slate and marble tiles.

18. Create Soothingly Expressive Movement

Featuring bold, dramatic veining, Alvarado Matte tile combines the beauty of marble with the durability and easy maintenance of porcelain. With tones ranging from light to dark grey and subtle beige shading, this lively tile fills the West Bay Homes-designed shower with movement and a contemporary color palette.

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19. Pick a Dynamic Herringbone Pattern

The zig-zag design of the herringbone pattern, combined with the vibrant grey veining in this Hampton Carrara mosaic tile, creates a dramatic sense of movement that draws the eye across the space. The result is a shower design that feels expansive and dynamic, yet orderly and cohesive. We love how @tilewithstyleokc extends the mosaic tile into the shower niche and along the floor, though you could also introduce another Hampton Carrara tile to add subtle visual interest.

Shop our wide selection of herringbone tile for more dynamic looks.

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20. Embrace Industrial Style With a Chic Cement Look

Rich in visual texture, this space pairs the cement-look Nikki Chu Fusi Stone tile with the Nikki Chu Luxor Cement handmade-look subway tile. Featuring undulating grey tones, the subway tile—installed on the upper half of the shower—offers a subtle contrast to the smooth finish of the large format tile on the lower half. The two tiles, with their contemporary mix of warm and cool grey shades, are tonally complementary yet provide distinct textures and shapes, enriching the space with the soothing visual complexity of high-end industrial design.

Bring Your Dream Space to Life!

Gorgeously serene, grey tile comes in a wide variety of styles and shades. Discover even more looks in our wide selection of shower tile and use the Tile Visualizer to see how they look in your space. Ready for a reno? Schedule a free in-person or virtual design consultation—our friendly tile experts are here to help you create a space you’ll love!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Always in fashion and endlessly versatile, black and white tile transcends trends, creating spaces that feel both timeless and of-the-moment at the same time. From classic marble checkerboards to sleek modern mosaics, within this single color combination lies a surprising range of moods: dramatic or serene, vintage or contemporary, minimal or ornate.

And because both hues are true neutrals, they make the perfect foundation for evolving your space over time. Change up your look seasonally with new textiles or decor without ever losing that effortlessly polished backdrop.

Whether your taste leans traditional, modern, or eclectic, these 12 black and white shower tile ideas prove that this iconic color scheme is anything but basic.

1. Pair Black Floor Tile With White Walls

The contrast between crisp white wall tile and black floor tile adds depth and dimension to a space. In this bathroom, Jaime Nelson pairs Bianco Puro subway tile with Hex Matte Black mosaic tile on the floor. The white marble-look tile features delicate grey veining for subtle visual texture, while the mosaic floor tile offers added traction in the shower. We love how the large Black Hex floor tile complements the shower floor tile while still creating a visual distinction between the bathroom and the shower area.

2. Show Off Your Fashionable Taste

Eclectic and worldly, our exclusive Nikki Chu collection tiles are designed to complement each other for unique, fashion-forward spaces. This stylish shower features the Nikki Chu Fusi Carbon Steel and Zulu Graphite tiles. With its graphic, hand-drawn pattern, the Zulu Graphite tile creates a bold statement wall while maintaining the neutral color scheme, and the complementary dark-grey Fusi Carbon Steel tile adds chic cement-look detail.

3. Make It Marvelous With a Black and White Marble Mosaic

Rich and expressive, natural stone embodies luxury like nothing else—and because no two pieces are ever the same, your space is guaranteed to be one of a kind. Featuring subtle grey and beige veining, white Hampton Carrara marble is paired with black stone in the Geo with Noir mosaic wall tile. Raised, overlapping squares add both visual and tactile texture, creating a layered, sensory experience in this shower.

The Geo with Noir mosaic tile is no longer available; find similarly intricate looks in our wide selection of mosaic tile.

4. Go Geometric

Bold and graphic or whimsical and floral, a black-and-white patterned tile adds visual interest to your space while maintaining a classic color scheme. This contemporary shower, designed by @tilerhub, features the geometric Ragno Blanco hex tile. Deceptively simple, this pattern can be installed in a variety of layouts—we love how this starburst design creates a dynamic sense of movement.

5. Pair a Pattern With Solid Subway Tile

The constraint of a black-and-white color scheme invites creativity in mixing styles. In this charming shower, sleek handmade-look subway tile is complemented by the Jeffrey Alan Marks Summerland Toro hex floor tile. Subtle tonal and surface variations in the Tribeca Basalt and Gypsum White tiles pair beautifully with the patterned tile’s faded embroidery motif, creating an intentional, visually rich design.

6. Add a Pastoral Scene

Style meets function in this elegant shower, designed by Haneen Matt of Haneen’s Haven. The Saltus tile, featured in the double niches below, depicts a bucolic forest scene framed within the recessed squares. While the black-and-white patterned tile might be too bold for the entire space, it serves as the perfect accent for these decorative yet practical shelves.

The Saltus tile is no longer available; find a wealth of patterns in our wide selection of black-and-white tile.

7. Make a Hex-Cellent Pattern

A retro shape making a comeback, the six-sided hexagon is endlessly versatile. In this dynamic shower, Black Hex and White Hex tiles are paired to create a custom honeycomb design, while the Hex Matte White with Black Flower floor tile offers a complementary yet distinct touch.

Shop our extensive selection of hexagon tile to discover more mix-and-match possibilities.

8. Create Timeless Design

Our exclusive Signature tile collection features versatile basics that create spaces that are anything but ordinary. In this stately walk-in shower, the Signature Bianco Gloss Subway tile is accented with elegant lines of glossy black trim.

Explore the possibilities with the full range of mix-and-match elevated basics in our Signature collection.

9. Pair With Wood-Look Tones

Incorporating a third element into your black-and-white tile design adds visual depth and complexity. Here, the Mauvila Amber wood-look tile—with its natural woodgrain details—contrasts beautifully with the concentric diamond pattern of the Trois Bandes patterned tile stripe. If you love this mix of organic and geometric design, explore our wide selection of wood-look and patterned tile.

10. Don’t Forget About Grout

You don’t necessarily need black and white tile to create a bold color scheme. You can also achieve the look by choosing contrasting grout, whether you pair white tile with black grout or black tile with white grout. This gorgeous shower, designed by @kristenjoyhome, features white subway tile installed with black grout to highlight the brick-lay pattern. The dark grout not only adds drama to the white tile design but also helps hide the appearance of dirt.

Don’t let this essential detail be an afterthought. Unlock all the design potential of this functional detail with our top tips to nail your grout design.

11. Make a Point With Picket Tile

Resembling fence rungs, picket tile is a modern twist on traditional stacked subway tile. There are many design possibilities when pairing black and white versions of this tile, but this color-blocking approach—using Lanse Matte Black and White tiles—demonstrates how dynamic the shape can be, even when installed with complementary grout for a more muted effect.

Explore our wide selection of picket tile for more on-point designs. 👉

12. Add Drama With Marble-Look Tile

Featuring expressive veining, the Alvardo Matte and Livingstone Nero marble-look tiles bring drama to this sleek industrial-style shower. The white-on-black and black-on-white tiles pair beautifully, with complementary thin and lush veining that creates rich visual texture. Though they mimic the appearance of natural marble, these porcelain tiles offer easy maintenance and superior durability.

Shop our wide selection of marble-look tile for more designs that marry natural elegance with easy care.

Updating your space is easier than you think! Shop our vast selection of shower tile, or explore our Stunning Shower Tile Design Ideas for more trending looks. Need help getting started? Schedule a free design consultation and let us help you create your dream space.

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1. Choose Low-Maintenance Porcelain Tile

Whether your aesthetic leans luxurious, eclectic or minimalist, there’s a durable, low-maintenance porcelain tile to match your style. From sleek subway to patterns that pop, porcelain comes in virtually every format you can imagine—and this tough, nonporous material can handle the spills, splatters and foot traffic of a busy kitchen.

Here, the Arabian Niro White tile features a crisp white background and expressive gray veining for a chic marble look. Glass cabinet doors reduce dust buildup—and unnecessary door opens when you can’t remember where you put the glasses—making cleanup in this chic kitchen a cinch.

2. Make Wiping Away Spills a Breeze With Glass Tile

Spills and splashes are no match for glass. This nonporous tile not only resists stains but also reflects light, brightening your cooking space and making messes easier to spot. This gorgeous kitchen, designed by @riemerkitchens, features Winter Morning glass subway tile—its cool blue tones catch the light beautifully, enhancing the room’s airy feel.

Explore our vast selection of glass tile to find a design that ✨reflects✨ your style.

3. Minimize Grout Lines With Large Format Tile

The hardest part of your tile design to clean is often the grout joints, so choosing a tile that reduces the need for these crevices will instantly make kitchen maintenance easier. Defined as any tile with one side longer than 23″ and available in sizes up to 48″ x 48″, large format tile covers more surface area with fewer grout lines. It can even mimic the look of a single stone slab, like the Calacata Evora marble featured on this kitchen backsplash.

Pro Tip: Choose a tile with a rectified edge to further minimize the appearance of grout joints.

4. Choose Wood-Look Tile for Your Floor

If you love the look of hardwood but worry about bacteria settling into the grain, durable, stylish wood-look porcelain could be the perfect kitchen flooring solution. Available in a variety of realistic styles, this scratch- and stain-resistant tile is ideal for kitchens with heavy foot—or paw—traffic, and most messes can be quickly swept or mopped away. This charming space, designed by At Home With Ashley, features the Baltimore Beige wood-look tile; its realistic detail makes it almost indistinguishable from real wood.

5. …Or Luxury Vinyl Planks

Another easy-to-clean, low-maintenance natural alternative to consider is luxury vinyl. Available in a wide variety of realistic wood, stone and cement looks, this ultra-durable, waterproof material is a great flooring solution for any area of your home. Extend your kitchen floor into your great room—as this Pinch Plate Party-designed space does—for a cohesive look that ties your living space together.

Shop our wide selection of luxury vinyl flooring to find the perfect style for you. 👉

6. Create a Tile Countertop

Tile needn’t be relegated to floors and walls; a tile countertop offers easy maintenance at a lower cost than solid quartz or granite. When properly sealed, marble or porcelain tile is spill-, stain- and heat-resistant. It’s also more economical to maintain—if a chip occurs, you can replace a single tile rather than the entire counter. This transitional kitchen features Firenze Carrara marble for an elegant, one-of-a-kind surface, but for superior stain resistance, you can opt for durable porcelain tile.

Pro Tip: Regularly seal your grout to keep your kitchen looking pristine.

7. Extend Your Tile to the Ceiling

Taking your tile design to the ceiling isn’t just a style trend—it also provides extra protection for your walls. This English country cottage kitchen showcases Laura Ashley Wexboard Midnight tile from countertop to ceiling, featuring a charming, wallpaper-like pattern that’s moisture- and stain-resistant. Even better, the cabinets also reach the ceiling, eliminating another hard-to-clean spot.

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Make Your Kitchen Dreams a Reality

Updating your space is easier than you think! Shop our wide assortment of kitchen tiles to find your perfect style, and peruse our kitchen tile ideas for extra inspo. Need more assistance? Visit your local Tile Shop showroom, where you’ll find the tile, tools and expert advice you need to get started.

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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.

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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.

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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.

MORE TO EXPLORE | Tile for Every Style: Quiet Luxury

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.

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Let’s Create a Space You Love

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While many safety features can be added later, planning ahead allows you to integrate them seamlessly into your bathroom’s design today. You don’t have to sacrifice style for function—these thoughtful choices help create a true “forever home.” By incorporating features that anticipate future needs, you can enjoy a beautiful retreat now while also building in peace of mind for years to come.

From slip-resistant flooring to easy-to-navigate layouts, these ideas not only support aging in place but also reflect universal design principles—making daily routines more comfortable for people of all ages and abilities. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, caring for a loved one, or simply planning ahead, here are eight bathroom tile ideas that prove safety and style can go hand in hand.

1. Choose Floor Tile With Grip

One of the most common household hazards is slipping and falling. You can help prevent accidents by choosing bathroom floor tile that provides traction even when wet. Slip-resistant options like tumbled stone, matte or honed porcelain tile and mosaic tile offer better grip and help reduce the risk of falls.

This chic primary bathroom, designed by Julie Howard for Timber Trails, proves that safety doesn’t have to come at the expense of style. The custom floor design, made with Penny Round Gloss White and Penny Round Cloudy mosaics, is not only fashionable, but the tiles’ small format and many grout joints also provide extra traction throughout the space.

2. Invest in a Wet Room

A wet room—an enclosed area that contains a shower head (or two) and sometimes even a tub—provides the space needed to move comfortably, regardless of mobility. This luxurious West Bay Homes–designed wet room features Claros Silver travertine floor tile and Atlanta White marble-look porcelain wall tile. When properly sealed, the honed and filled travertine offers traction to help prevent slipping, and the grout lines in the hex mosaic add extra grip. The porcelain wall tile is both durable and easy to clean, for simple upkeep. This space is large enough to comfortably accommodate a wheelchair or a second person to assist with bathing, and you could make it even more accessible by adding grab bars, a lower handheld showerhead and a bench.

3. Install a Curbless Shower

Even if you don’t have space for a full wet room, removing the curb can significantly improve your shower’s accessibility. Eliminating the step makes it easier for anyone to enter, including those who use a wheelchair. This subtle update creates a more functional space without compromising style—as seen in this chic open shower—but be sure your shower floor is properly sloped toward the drain to prevent water from pooling or flooding.

In addition to being curbless, this shower features an extra-wide entry for easy maneuverability and a herringbone mosaic floor tile to provide grip (as suggested in idea #1 on this list).

4. Highlight the Shower Entry With Contrast

For another layer of safety, make the shower threshold easy to spot with contrasting tile colors. For example, a black curb against a white floor, or darker grout outlining the edges, creates a visual cue that reduces trip hazards without sacrificing design.

While the shower shown below features a raised curb, the designer has ensured the area is clearly visible; a white honed marble curb piece pops against the matte black porcelain floor inside the shower and beyond. Selecting a high-contrast color for the curb signals to the eye that this is an area of transition, making it harder to overlook. It’s a small but significant choice that can make a big difference.

5. Add a Shower Bench or Seat

A shower bench is a smart upgrade that can be enjoyed at any age. While a freestanding bench can be placed in a large enough shower, a built-in bench has the advantage of staying securely in place during use. It can also be designed to match your shower tile, helping it look and feel seamlessly integrated into the space.

This elegant Ashford Carrara marble bathroom, designed by @sarablakehome, features a coordinating marble shower bench that provides a stylish, cohesive accessibility update. Ensure your bench is installed at an ergonomic height—typically 17″ to 19″—to make sitting and standing more comfortable.

If you don’t have the space or budget for a full shower bench, a tile shower seat offers a simple and relatively affordable way to boost comfort and make a space more accommodating.

6. Install Stylish Grab Bars

Grab bars provide stability when entering or exiting the shower, and today’s options can be as sleek as your fixtures, blending seamlessly into your design. In this sophisticated black-and-white bathroom, designed by @pike_custom_buildersnj, black metal grab bars coordinate with the shower fixtures and colors in the patterned tile. We love how the black grout adds sleek contrast with the white tile while also creating a visual through-line between the surfaces.

Pro Tip: Even if you don’t add grab bars right away, consider adding blocking in your shower walls so the necessary support is there if you decide to install them later.

7. Rethink Your Vanity

The standard vanity height—31.5″ not including the countertop—may be too low for you to comfortably perform your daily routines. If you find yourself straining your back to reach the sink, consider raising it to the kitchen counter standard of 34.5″. Alternatively, if you find the standard too tall to accommodate your height or mobility aids, you can lower your vanity instead.

In this design by @oakandmend, the vanity includes a recessed area for a stool, creating a comfortable space for morning and evening routines. Tucking the stool under the countertop keeps the bathroom clear of obstacles, and it can easily be removed to make space for a wheelchair. We love how the Alto Beachwalk chevron tile (this tile is no longer available; achieve a similar look with Alato Midnight chevron tile) creates a stunning backsplash for this elegant vanity.

8. Add Accessible Storage

Shower caddies often create clutter and can be difficult to reach—especially when hung high over the shower head. A built-in shower niche offers a smarter solution, blending form and function in one. Niches keep essentials within easy reach and off the floor, reducing trip hazards while adding a design focal point. For even more versatility, consider installing multiple niches at different heights, as shown in this marble-look shower, to serve everyone from children to seated adults.

Create Your True “Forever Home”

Updating your bathroom with universal design features now is a smart investment that will help expand your options so you can enjoy your home for years to come. Explore our vast selection of bathroom tile for designs that match your aesthetic and meet your needs, or schedule a free design consultation and let our friendly tile experts help outfit your space for both safety and style.

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1. Design Outside the Box With Hexagon

Hexagon tile is a classic that’s always on trend and a great way to add interest to an all-white bathroom. The Bianco Puro marble tile shown here helps give this bathroom a designed look to this clean, white floor.

2. Always-In-Style Subway Tile

Subway tile is a staple when it comes to walls and backsplashes, but that doesn’t mean it’s basic. Try installing your subway tile vertically for a modern look that will add height to your walls.

3. Create High Contrast With Black and White

There are few color pairings as classy and bold as black and white. This shower makes a striking statement with its layered use of black and white tiles, evoking a flawless blend of modern contrast and timeless elegance.

4. Embrace Artisanal Details With Handmade-Look Tile

Add character and artisanal allure with handmade-look tile like the Nuovo Riad Bianco tile. With a similar appearance to handmade Moroccan Zellige tiles, these feature slight color and texture variations from piece to piece that will give your bathroom unique character.

5. Add Charm With a Mosaic

Whether intricate or orderly, mosaic tile will add beauty and movement to bathroom walls. This chic bathroom features the KitKat White porcelain mosaic tile, arranged in a playful vertical pattern that adds texture and clean charm to the space. The crisp white finish and dynamic layout elevate the room with a fresh, modern simplicity that feels both inviting and polished.

6. Create a Spa Experience With Marble

Bathe your bathroom in ultimate luxury with marble tile. Marble comes in a variety of colors, but we love how classic white, like the Volakas collection, creates a bright and brilliant spa-like room.

7. Make a Point With Picket

Take your white bathroom design up a notch with picket tile. The elongated hexagon shape of is a fun twist on a classic subway that will add a dynamic element to your white walls.

8. A Subtle Take on Texture and Shine

This bathroom wall features Coco White Matte and Glossy subway tiles arranged in a clean horizontal stack, alternating between finishes to create a subtle striped effect. Though uniform in color, the contrasting sheens catch and reflect light differently, adding quiet depth and texture to the space without overwhelming it.

9. Express Your Niche Personality

Shower niches are a great place to showcase an artistic tile that would be overwhelming in a whole room. Create a surprising detail in a white shower with a patterned or mosaic tile.

10. Add Dimension With Sculptural Tile

Make your walls a masterpiece with textured sculptural tile. In this sophisticated shower, Kelli Fontana’s Tommas Classico tile brings depth and movement to the walls with its fluted design and marble-look finish. Light catches the raised texture in subtle ways, adding dimension without overwhelming the space. For more bold and expressive looks, browse the full Kelli Fontana designer tile collection.

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