1. Create the Illusion of Height With a Vertical Stripe

This tried-and-true design trick is one of the easiest ways to add a sense of height to your space. Whether you install subway tile in a vertical straight stack or a band of patterned tile–as shown in this chic shower–vertically oriented tile draws the eye upward, making the space appear taller. The Trois Bandes tile features a pointed diamond pattern that guides the eye along the length of the tile. We love how it’s paired with the Nordic Brown tile; the natural wood detail adds movement and expansiveness, helping the space feel both wide and tall.

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2. Add a Sense of Width With Horizontal Stripes

Just as vertical stripes add height by drawing the eye upward, horizontal stripes create the illusion of width by guiding the eye across your space. Horizontally stacked subway tile is one of the most effective ways to achieve this look. You can enhance the sense of expansiveness by alternating two or more colors or finishes—like the glossy and matte Coco White tile stripes shown on this bathroom wall. Discover more design inspiration in our guide to classic subway tile layouts.

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3. Tile the Tub Apron

If your tub takes up much of the bathroom real estate, you can help disguise its bulk by tiling the apron to match the surround. This elegant bathroom, designed by A Glass of Bovino, creates a sense of continuity with Firenze Carrara tile on both the tub and surround. The marble tile’s bold veining adds a sense of movement, enhancing the feeling of expansiveness. You can achieve a similar effect by extending your floor tile onto the tub apron.

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4. Make a Statement Wall

Not only is it an opportunity to highlight a favorite tile, a statement wall can also make a room feel larger by creating visual distinction. In this small shower, the geometric-patterned Nikki Chu Zulu Cement tile delivers bold style. Its multi-directional design offers a range of layout possibilities—here, the zigzag pattern guides the eye both horizontally and vertically, adding a sense of height and width. The warm grey tones are echoed in the veining of the Nikki Chu Mrembo polished marble-look wall tile, maintaining tonal cohesion while allowing the patterned tile to remain the focal point.

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

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5. Tile the Ceiling

Another way to disguise low ceilings is by extending your tile overhead. Here, designer Coco & Jack take handmade-look subway tile to the ceiling, helping this compact shower feel more spacious. The slight tonal and textural variations from piece to piece add subtle interest, making the small space feel even more luxurious.

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6. Create Cohesion With Large Format Tile

One of the biggest home decor trends, large format tile requires fewer grout lines, helping spaces feel more cohesive and expansive. Any tile with a side longer than 23″ is generally considered large format, and The Tile Shop offers styles up to 48″ x 48″. This beautiful bathroom features the Livingstone Melange marble-look tile, with the floor tile extending halfway up the wall, adding even more breadth to the design. The marble-look tile’s contemporary mix of warm beige and cool grey veining, paired with the elegantly textured handmade-look subway tile, gives the space an air of quiet luxury.

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7. Maximize With Mosaic Tile

Just as the cohesion of large format tile can make a space feel more expansive, mosaic tile—with its many small pieces—can make it feel larger by adding visual interest. The pieces of KitKat White tile resemble the thin rectangular shape of its namesake candy. Neatly stacked, as they are in this Japandi-style bathroom, they draw the eye both upward and across the wall, creating a sense of spaciousness even in a compact area.

Explore our extensive selection of mosaic tile to find a design that suits your style.

8. Create a Sense of Movement

Though tile is a fixed element, there are ways to introduce a sense of movement into your design. The zigzag layout of herringbone or chevron-patterned tile naturally guides the eye across the space, tricking your senses into perceiving it as larger than it is. This lovely transitional bathroom, designed by Timber Trails, uses both patterns: large-format Siberian Pearl floor tile installed in a herringbone layout and Bianco Puro chevron mosaic wall tile.

9. Add Interest With a Checkerboard Pattern

You might have picked up on a theme—a great way to make a small space feel larger is to maintain continuity while adding visual interest. A checkerboard pattern—with its predictable yet varied layout—does both. While this design is often associated with classic black and white, there are many stylish variations. You can pair a muted and a bright-colored tile, a pattern with a solid color, two versions of the same pattern in different tones, two complementary stone tiles, or even add a third color for a buffalo check effect. Here, the Antique Aurea tile in Nero Trastevere and Bianco Navona draws the eye across the floor, helping the room’s footprint feel larger.

Shop our wide selection of checkerboard pairings to find a winning design.

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10. Maintain Consistency

Too much variation in a small space can quickly become overwhelming. Using different sizes and shapes of the same material—like those found in our natural stone collections—lets you add visual interest while maintaining a cohesive look. This elegant bathroom features Volkas marble in a variety of formats, from the exquisite leaf-shaped Alison Victoria Elia mosaic tile to the refined finishing touch of the Volkas Somerset trim.

For more opulent looks, explore our exclusive natural stone tile collections.

Bring Your Dream Space to Life!

Ready to tackle your small-space reno? Explore our vast selection of bathroom tile for big-impact styles, or find even more inspiration in our 36 Bold and Beautiful Bathroom Tile Ideas for 2025. Need more assistance? Schedule a free design consultation or visit your local Tile Shop showroom for personalized advice from our friendly tile experts.

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1. Bring in City Chic Design

Inspired by French scrollwork, the Alison Victoria French Connection Le Marais tile (also available in Montmartre [blue] and Saint Germain [dark green]) features an intricate, ornate design in a soft, patinaed beige. Paired with an exposed wood-beam ceiling, this space blends rustic elements with a refined motif; the contrasting details create a marvelously expressive space.

Discover more of the HGTV star’s signature “city chic” designs in our exclusive Alison Victoria collection.

2. Make It Modern Rustic

Infusing a sleek, stylish modern aesthetic with roughhewn details, modern rustic design has gained popularity for its unique blend of contemporary and natural appeal. One of the easiest ways to achieve this style is to pair warm, rustic natural materials with crisp whites.

This sophisticated kitchen, designed by @kindwelldesignco, features a Coco White Matte subway tile backsplash. The crisp, richly detailed, handmade-look tile complements the wooden range hood, woven-backed chairs and sleek cabinetry to create a beautifully textured space full of rugged refinement.

Shop white tile for more crisply modern looks.

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3. Shade Your Space With Grey

Gorgeous and versatile, grey is a surprisingly nuanced color choice. A light shade creates a stunningly serene space, while a darker tone makes for a moody atmosphere. Here, Two Chicks and a Hammer showcase the warmer side of this hue with the Coco Amber Grey Gloss subway tile. The handmade-look tile features soft, undulating tones that pair perfectly with the pale pink ceiling.

If this versatile hue is your type, explore our many shades of grey tile.

4. Go for a Graphic Print

Bold and geometric, the Nikki Chu Tangier Graphite tile (also available in Pumice [beige] and Cement [grey]) creates a fabulously fashionable space. Featuring concentric hand-drawn squares, the pattern is globally inspired and chicly contemporary. While this black-and-white tile pairs wonderfully with a vibrant color, you can also keep the palette strictly neutral, as showcased in this stunning kitchen with warm wood cabinets and a clean white range hood.

Love this fashion-forward design? Shop our exclusive Nikki Chu designer collection.

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5. Make Sandy Waves

Creating gentle movement across this contemporary kitchen backsplash, the Wave Old Cream tile (also available in Grey Owl, Blue Reef and White) softens the material’s typical hard edge. Its rounded shape can be installed in a variety of layouts for a personalized design. We love how the white grout subtly accentuates the pillowy offset pattern.

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6. Add Coastal Chic Details

Brilliantly breezy, modern coastal chic design is about more than shells and nautical motifs. Featuring the colors, shapes and textures of the sea and sand, this popular contemporary style creates soothing, relaxed and effortlessly elegant spaces.

Here, the Jeffrey Alan Marks Natural Zen Birchwood Ash tile (also available in White) adds tactile and visual texture to this sun-drenched kitchen. Mimicking the look of painted driftwood, its raised pattern creates a subtle sense of movement across the wall.

If you love this atmosphere of seaside serenity, explore our exclusive Jeffrey Alan Marks designer collection.

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7. Create a Sleek Stone Slab Look

Mimicking the look of a solid stone slab, Arabian Niro White Matte tile covers this contemporary kitchen wall with expressive beige veining set against a crisp white background. This large format, marble look tile offers the beauty of natural stone in an easy-to-maintain, easy-to-install format (bonus: it’s also easier on the pocketbook). We love how this lush neutral tile extends from the countertop to the ceiling, making the space look and feel more expansive.

Love this naturally expressive aesthetic? Explore our wide selection of marble look tile.

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8. Choose Gorgeous Green

New to the neutral scene, blue and green have become popular in contemporary design for their stunning versatility. From dazzling emerald to deep forest, green creates enviously rich spaces that evoke the natural world. The olive-toned Zellige Dirty Blue tile, showcased on this kitchen wall, features striking shades of brown, blue and green, creating a lush, visually expressive tableau.

If this is the hue for you, explore our extensive collection of green tile.

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9. Create a Tile Focal Point

Add interest to your neutral design with a beautiful tile focal point. Typically installed behind the stove or sink and featuring a patterned or mosaic tile, a tile picture frame is created by “framing” a decorative tile with trim.

Here, the stove backsplash is distinguished by the transition from Roku White wall tile to the patterned Kelli Fontana Kloe In Bloom Ivory tile, interspersed with coordinating Kloe Ivory tile. Framed with Signature Black Matte Pencil trim, the stove backsplash focal point visually separates the cooking and prep areas, making the space feel larger and more defined.

10. Go to the Dark Side

Sleek and chic, subway tile is a go-to choice for all kinds of spaces. While white subway tile has long been popular in kitchens due to its associations with cleanliness, if you’re looking to put a twist on this style staple, black subway tile offers a fashionable alternative.

This cool, contemporary kitchen, designed by @albieknows, features Signature Black Matte Frame Subway tile. The framed edges add a sense of dimension, making this compact stove backsplash feel larger and more expansive.

Discover a wealth of elevated basics designed for mixing and matching in our exclusive Signature collection.

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11. Display Diamonds

Dynamic shapes add brilliant interest to a simple color scheme. Pointed and daring, Modena mosaic tile makes for a dazzling tableau in this sophisticated kitchen designed by Two Chicks and a Hammer. Featuring white and beige marble, the concentric diamonds add a stunning sense of movement to the space, which is echoed in the herringbone-patterned wood floor.

If this dynamic design is your best friend, explore diamond-shaped tile.

12. Add Glamour With White Marble

Bold and expressive or softly veined, marble tile is unparalleled in its beauty and opulence. This glamorous kitchen, designed by Annie Selke, features Arctic White tile flooring. The rich, creamy marble showcases delicate veining and subtle yet distinct shade variation, creating a space that feels both exquisitely luxurious and warmly inviting.

Discover the marble tile in all its many styles.

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13. Display a Dainty Design

A cross between your grandmother’s living room and Jane Austen’s drawing room, English country cottage design is charming, cozy and whimsical. With delicate florals and fanciful patterns, this singular style adds elegance and cheer to modern spaces.

This delightful kitchen features a custom pattern of Laura Ashley Pussy Willow tile in Sea Spray, Dove Grey, and Charcoal, interspersed with the neutral Whitney Cotton White. Featuring delicate willow branches with tiny blossoms, the tiles work together to create a picture-perfect design.

For more charmingly British motifs, explore our exclusive Laura Ashley designer collection.

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14. Choose a Perfectly Imperfect Handmade Look

Featuring purposeful variations in size, surface texture and coloration, handmade-look tile has earned its reputation as “perfectly imperfect.” Available in a wide range of hues, this detailed tile complements virtually any design style. Here, Coco Canvas Glossy tile’s undulating beige and white tones create a striking sense of movement across the backsplash, while the vertical offset layout adds visual interest. We love how it’s paired with open wood shelving for a true handcrafted feel.

Shop handmade-look tile for more perfectly imperfect designs.

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15. Make It Rugged With a Wood Look

Love the look of wood but worried it won’t stand up to the messes of a busy kitchen? Wood-look porcelain and ceramic tile offer the rugged appearance of the real thing with superior durability and easy maintenance. Available in a wide range of designs and natural wood tones, these tiles can also feature beautifully textured surfaces.

Here, the Bari Aural Black Matte tile (also available in Grey) creates the look of slim wood planks across this sophisticated backsplash. Featuring a fashionable fluted design, the large-format tile adds both visual and tactile texture that draws the eye along the wall.

If your aesthetic leans rustic-chic, explore our wide assortment of wood-look tile.

16. Cast a Captivating Hex

All six sides of this dynamic tile are stunning. The Bianco Puro Hex tile features subtle grey veining against a crisp white background. Installed with soft grey grout to complement the stone detail, the tile creates a subtle sense of movement across the backsplash. Paired with white cabinets, it blends seamlessly with the kitchen elements while still providing gentle contrast.

Discover a wealth of styles, sizes and colors in our extensive selection of hexagon tile.

17. Start With a Neutral Base

A neutral tile provides a great foundation for any design and can allow for more vibrant aspects of your space to shine. Case in point: this gorgeous kitchen, designed by Wit & Delight. Queen Beige Tumbled Small Versailles tile is the perfect complement to the dusty rose cabinets and expressive marble countertop.

Arranged in a classic Versailles pattern—named for the French palace where it originated—the marble tile adds movement and character across the floor, complementing the stone countertop without competing for attention.

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18. Elevate Your Modern Farmhouse Design

Equal parts comfortable and chic, modern farmhouse design celebrates the tradition of living off the land—even if you’re in the middle of the suburbs. If you live, laugh and love this popular style, update it for a modern space with a few elevated tweaks.

This charming space, designed by Timber Trails, features Sampson marble mosaic tile. The beige-and-white marble basketweave pattern crisscrosses the backsplash, evoking traditional handcrafts. The open shelving, with its gold hardware, further elevates the design and provides the perfect space to showcase fine china and your favorite artwork.

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19. Add Retro Flair With Square Tile

Available in a wide range of colors, styles and sizes, square tiles can be installed in a grid pattern or a slight offset. Here, Zellige White Gloss tile is neatly stacked to create a midcentury modern look. The handmade tile intentionally features slight variations in size, and the wide grout lines help accommodate those irregularities while allowing their artisanal character to shine through.

Discover a wealth of styles in our extensive selection of square tile.

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20. Darken Your Space

Striking tones of blue and grey come together in the luxurious Blu large format tile. The oversized format minimizes the appearance of grout lines, creating a near-seamless expanse across this counter-to-ceiling backsplash. Featuring lush stone-look veining, this dark tile contrasts wonderfully with the white cabinetry and range hood, though it would look equally sleek paired with black, brown or wood-tone cabinets.

Create an expansive design with large format tile.

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21. Create a “Random” Pattern

Seemingly random, the distribution of Nuovo Riad Bianco and Creme tile is actually the result of careful planning. Each shade variation in the handmade-look tile’s two colorways was carefully mapped out to create a purposefully serendipitous design. The result is a space alive with movement and interest while maintaining a simple color scheme.

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22. Make It Marvelous With a Marble Mosaic

Mosaic tile consists of intricately arranged pieces, while marble tile features the expressive veining and striking shade variation inherent in natural stone. Put together, a marble mosaic offers a gorgeous, one-of-a-kind tapestry.

Featuring natural veining and a unique shape, the Alison Victoria Malibu Edit Pescador tile (also available in Pointe Dume [blue] and Matador [green]) creates a lovely sense of movement across this stylish stove backsplash. Inspired by the movement of waves crashing onto its namesake California beach, the mosaic’s singular silhouette sets this space apart.

Discover more intricate designs in our wide selection of mosaic tile.

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23. Choose a Checkmate Design

A classic pattern that’s as at home in a grand palace as it is in a cozy kitchen, checkerboard is experiencing a modern resurgence. Whether you prefer classic black-and-white squares or want to make an unexpected twist on the traditional layout, you can’t go wrong with this dynamic design.

This sophisticated transitional kitchen showcases Chess Marquina tile. Featuring a checkered grid of black-and-white marble look squares, the 17″ x 17″ tile allows for simple installation with stunning results.

Find more easy plays on this classic pattern in our curated checkerboard tile collection.

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24. Keep It Simply Chic with White Subway

If your style is more minimal than elaborate, white subway tile offers a simple solution that is always on trend. Favored for its crisp, clean aesthetic, subway tile has been a kitchen staple since it first came to prominence in the Victorian era. More than a century later, this versatile style still feels modern.

This charming kitchen, designed by Julie Howard for Timber Trails, elevates this style staple. Featuring Lansdale Carrara marble subway tile, the stove backsplash maintains the classic subway tile aesthetic while also showcasing the stone’s natural shade variation. We love how this white marble is paired with creamy off-white cabinets and gold hardware for a classic, high-end design.

If you want this style staple in your space, shop our wide selection of subway tile.

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25. Add Stylish Durability

Offering the elegance of real wood with the durability of porcelain, Elisir Royal Fume Chevron tile zigzags across this fashionable Nikki Chu–designed condo floor. Complementing the cabinet wood grain, the scratch- and stain-resistant wood-look tile extends beyond the kitchen into the living area, creating a cohesive look throughout the space.

26. Harken to the Victorian Era

Featuring pressed designs, tin tiles were popular in the Victorian era for their style and affordability. This antique style is once again en vogue, now updated with the durability of porcelain and ceramic. Intricate raised designs inspired by Victorian patterns create both visual and tactile texture across walls and backsplashes. Here, Victoria Blanc is showcased on a kitchen pantry wall, featuring a subtle patina that evokes the look of painted tin.

27. Add Texture With a Fluted Tile

Richly textured, fluted tile features a raised pattern that casts shadows across your walls when the light hits it, creating a dynamic tableau that changes throughout the day. Featuring Murano White Glossy tile, this contemporary kitchen uses the fluted tile to wonderful effect. Creating both tactile and visual texture, the fluted surface adds depth and complexity to the neutral kitchen.

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28. Dial Up the Contrast

Don’t discount your grout when planning your tile design. Essential to installation, grout is also a powerful style element. Whether you choose complementary or contrasting, wide or narrow grout joints will dramatically affect the look of your space.

This high-contrast Timber Trails–designed kitchen features Noir subway tile installed with white grout to match the crisp cabinetry. Punctuating the black brick-lay layout with clean white lines, the grout emphasizes the pattern and provides a visual throughline to the room’s lighter elements.

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Let’s Create a Space You’ll Love!

Beige, brown, black or white–you’ll find kitchen tile in every beautiful neutral hue at The Tile Shop. Get a feel for how it will look in your space with our Tile Visualizer or stop into your local showroom to feel it for yourself. Need more help? Schedule a free design consultation to start bringing your dream space to life!

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Explore more artistically inspired designs in our exclusive Laura Park collection

Elegant Expressions

Inspired by her original artwork and popular textile designs, our exclusive Laura Park collection brings her signature abstract, painterly style to tile. Here, the Laura Park Martini Olive Taupe tile takes center stage within a decorative picture frame. The beautifully expressive motif originates from the pillow that inspired the collection. Watercolor strokes are rendered in durable porcelain tile, creating an easy-to-maintain design that fills the space with soothing energy.

Layered pieces of Africa Tempesta Barnes and Somerset trim frame the patterned tile, creating a captivating focal point. A tile picture frame is a perfect addition to a shower, sink or stove backsplash, helping incorporate decorative patterned or mosaic tile into your design without overwhelming the space. The layered trim highlights the feature and creates definition within the larger space.

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Design Tip: Pair this designer tile with Laura Park home decor to create a stunningly cohesive design between your bedroom and bathroom, or your living room and kitchen.

Gentle Geometry

Surrounding the framed accent is a wall of Laura Park Bespoke White tile in 5″ squares and 2.56″ x 5″ petite subway. Installed in an offset layout, these tiles introduce lovely geometry to the space while breaking from a traditional grid. Featuring perfectly imperfect, handmade-look details, the purposefully uneven surface and edges add subtle visual and tactile texture—creating a soothing feeling as you brush your hand along the wall and gentle movement as light reflects across the glossy surface.

Designed for mixing and matching, Laura Park Bespoke tiles are available in square, petite subway and subway formats in three on-trend colorways: White (5″, 2.56″ x 5″ and 2.56″ x 10″), Aegean Blue (5″, 2.56″ x 5″ and 2.56″ x 10″) and Taupe (5″, 2.56″ x 5″ and 2.56″ x 10″).

Add perfectly imperfect detail to your design with our wide selection of handmade-look tile.

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Sensible Supports

No matter what stage of life you’re in, building accessibility into your spaces enhances the comfort and value of your home. Equipping your home for aging in place doesn’t mean sacrificing style. This walk-in shower delivers both beauty and thoughtful accessibility. A wide, curbless entry easily accommodates mobility aids and reduces tripping hazards. A contrasting “runner” of Laura Park Watercolor Marble herringbone on the floor provides visual and textural cues to support safe navigation, while the many grout lines add traction underfoot, helping maintain stability while showering.

Find more elegant designs for wet spaces in our wide assortment of shower tile.

Build in Universal Design

Rooted in the belief that spaces should be accessible to everyone, universal design incorporates features that ensure comfort for people of all ages and abilities.

Learn how to design a bathroom that helps you enjoy your home longer with Ideas to Equip Your Bathroom for Aging in Place.

Niche Notions

Form meets function in this standout design moment with practical appeal. The extra-wide shower niche keeps essentials within reach, while its elongated shape and Laura Park Watercolor Marble herringbone mosaic echo the runner on the shower floor for a cohesive, considered look.

A shower niche is an excellent addition to any bathroom. By providing convenient storage for toiletries, it reduces tripping hazards on the floor and eliminates the need for clunky shower caddies that can fall if not properly secured to the wall. Use this functional element to showcase a beautiful, coordinating mosaic tile and further enhance your shower design. We love how the herringbone tile coordinates with the matching Watercolor Marble field tile on the shower wall.

Discover a motif to suit your style when you shop our wide assortment of patterned or mosaic tile.

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Marvelous Moments

Whether used to create fluid transitions between surfaces or frame decorative designs, trim is an essential architectural element that makes your space feel more intentional and polished. It’s also a great way to introduce visual complexity through color, material and shape.

While the Laura Park designs in this space showcase the beauty of ceramic and porcelain, accents of genuine Africa Tempesta add a sophisticated marble touch. The natural yellow and white hues, with expressive grey veining, echo the delicate neutral patterns of the Laura Park tiles—enhancing the space while maintaining an intentional, cohesive design.

Design Tip: Stretch your budget without sacrificing style by mixing natural stone and manmade tile. Porcelain and ceramic tile are generally less expensive than marble, travertine and slate, but incorporating small pieces of genuine stone into your design adds authentic luxury that fits your lifestyle.

Discover Endless Inspiration

The Tile Shop is committed to showcasing elevated design. Visit a local showroom to explore more inspiring vignettes, or browse our Customer Room Gallery to see beautiful spaces from customers like you.

Ready to bring your dream space to life? Schedule a free design consultation—our friendly tile experts are here to help you create a space you’ll love

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There’s a reason great design never goes out of style: It tells a story, reflects a point of view and evolves with the people who live with it. 

For more than three decades, Nate Berkus has built his career on the belief that our homes should tell our stories. Rather than chasing trends, his interiors layer history, texture and meaningful details to create spaces that feel collected rather than decorated.

The Tile Shop x Nate Berkus, our newest designer collaboration, brings that perspective to tile. Inspired by architectural and decorative traditions that have shaped beautiful homes for generations, this exclusive collection pairs historic influence with a fresh, livable sensibility.

Featuring floor and wall tile, statement patterns, versatile foundation pieces and authentic brick, every style was designed to work together, making it easy to layer materials, mix patterns and create a home that is distinctly your own.

Inspired by the Past, Designed for Today 

“The most enduring spaces begin with a strong foundation. I wanted this collection to feel as though it had always existed, while giving people the freedom to make it their own.”

– Nate Berkus

For Berkus, great design has never been about following the latest craze. “I am vehemently anti-trend,” he says. Instead, he favors interiors that are built around materials, colors and details that never lose their appeal. “The rooms people still love 20 or 30 years later are rarely the ones designed around trends.”

True to that philosophy, references to European chateaus, French cafés, Spanish villas and Mexican tile traditions appear throughout the collection. Rather than recreating these historic elements, the designs reinterpret them for the way we live today.

Inside the Collection 

From versatile foundation pieces to expressive statement tiles, every style in the Tile Shop x Nate Berkus collection was designed to work together. A palette of charcoal, soft whites and terracotta creates a common thread throughout, making it easy to mix materials, layer pattern and personalize a space.

Essential Foundations 

The Lagos series serves as the anchor of the collection. Available in three versatile colors and multiple sizes, it works beautifully on its own or alongside the collaboration’s decorative styles. Its matte finish, lightly chiseled edges and subtle stone-inspired variation evoke the richness of handcrafted tile, while its coordinated palette provides a versatile backdrop for the rest of the collection.

European Classics  

Some design ideas remain beautiful regardless of the era. The geometric mosaics found in Parisian apartment entries, cafés and historic European interiors continue to resonate because they offer quiet structure and old-world elegance while maintaining a sense of balance.

Honore reimagines the classic French grid layout, while Avenue and Eloise reinterpret beloved mosaic traditions with fresh proportions and graceful detailing. Chateau Brick completes the story with real kiln-fired clay, introducing warmth, texture and presence that lends a feeling of history to even newly installed spaces.

Featuring: Left: Nate Berkus Chateau Brick Sandstone. Right: Nate Berkus Lagos Alabaster and Nate Berkus Avenue Arctic White and Black.

Geometry With Soul 

Pattern doesn’t have to shout to make an impact. Throughout the collection, geometry creates movement through thoughtful forms, distinctive silhouettes, and the way individual pieces come together during installation. 

Isabel transforms simple circles and diamonds into a striking composition inspired by Spanish and Portuguese tilework, while Valencia pairs a classic hexagon with the depth of antique terracotta floors. The result is visual interest that feels architectural rather than ornamental, bringing depth and dimension without overpowering the room. 

Heritage Patterns 

For centuries, decorative floors have brought pattern, craftsmanship and character to everyday spaces. Etoile and Estrela reinterpret archival star motifs in durable porcelain, pairing a weathered, handcrafted appearance with practical performance.

Featuring: Left: Nate Berkus Estrela Terracotta. Right: Nate Berkus Etoile Noir.

“Tile has told a story for centuries. I designed this collection with The Tile Shop to honor that—classic lines, timeless colors. Let the story continue.”

– Nate Berkus 

Design a Home That Tells Your Story 

Berkus believes a home should do more than look beautiful. “I want you to create a home that speaks to who you are,” he says. “The spaces we return to every day should feel authentic, comfortable and deeply connected to the people who live there.”

Whether you’re refreshing one room or designing an entire home, the Nate Berkus collection provides a foundation for spaces that adapt to changing lives while telling a richer story with each passing year. Begin with versatile foundations, add pattern and texture where you want expression, and create a home that reflects who you are today while leaving room for everything still to come.

Explore The Tile Shop x Nate Berkus online or visit your nearest showroom to experience the collection in person.  

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1. Patterned Tile + Subway Tile = Culinary Charm

Dainty and floral or bold and geometric, patterned tile is available in a wide range of motifs to suit your style. Likewise, sleek subway tile comes in virtually any color, along with a variety of sizes and looks.

The Laura Ashley Endale Terra tile showcased on this kitchen floor features an intricate, interlocking white floral motif set against a warm terracotta-colored background. The patterned tile’s patina edge complements the handmade-look details of the Coco White matte subway tile, giving this delightful English country cottage style kitchen a storied feel.

To enhance this tile combination, look for styles that share unifying features. For instance, pairing a sleek, solid-colored subway tile with a geometric patterned tile creates a sophisticated, modern aesthetic.

STYLE FORMULA: PATTERNED TILE + SUBWAY TILE

2. Wood Look + Subway Tile = Chic & Versatile

If your style changes more often than your renovation budget allows, a simple tile design can keep your space versatile enough to accommodate easy updates. Wood-look flooring and white subway tile complement virtually any aesthetic—from modern farmhouse to dopamine decor.

This cheerful kitchen, designed by At Home With Ashley, features a Regent Bianco subway tile backsplash and Baltimore Beige wood-look floor tile. The sleek, neutral tile allows the colorful accessories to shine, creating a true dopamine decor design. But swap out the pink vinyl stove cover and rainbow banner, and the space can easily adapt to the newest decor trend without requiring new tile.

STYLE FORMULA: WOOD-LOOK TILE + SUBWAY TILE

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3. Large Format + Luxury Vinyl = Contemporary Sophistication

Defined as any tile with at least one edge longer than 23″, large format tile requires fewer grout lines, helping spaces look and feel more expansive. While these oversized tiles are available in a wide variety of styles and materials, stone- and marble-look porcelain tile remains one of the most popular choices. Easier to install and maintain than natural stone—and easier on the pocketbook—these durable tiles create a chic slab-inspired look on walls and backsplashes.

Similarly, scratch- and stain-resistant luxury vinyl flooring is available in a range of wood-, stone- and cement-look styles. This durable flooring is a stylish, cost-effective solution for high-traffic kitchens, as demonstrated in this contemporary space featuring Arbor Midlands Hickory Tavern luxury vinyl planks. Paired with a near-seamless Navona Bianco tile backsplash, the kitchen exudes modern elegance.

STYLE FORMULA: LARGE FORMAT TILE + LUXURY VINYL FLOORING

4. Wood Look + Stone = Natural Brilliance

Turn the tables on a traditional design with this easy-breezy formula that works just as well in a coastal kitchen as it does in a modern rustic space.

Featuring Jeffrey Alan Marks Natural Zen Birchwood White tile on the walls and Bianco Colorato marble on the floor, this contemporary coastal kitchen flips the customary wood-floor-and-stone-backsplash combination often found in modern kitchens. Mimicking white-painted driftwood, the backsplash features a subtle raised pattern that adds both visual and tactile texture. On the floor, bold grey-veined marble introduces a soft sense of movement and depth.

STYLE FORMULA: WOOD-LOOK TILE + MARBLE TILE

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5. Stone + Stone Look = Beautiful & Durable

Stretch your style by pairing marble-look porcelain or ceramic tile with the real thing. While nothing beats the authentically unique beauty of natural stone, a man-made alternative offers superior durability and easy maintenance (maybe even a lower price point)–an enduring choice for high-traffic kitchen floors.

This charming modern farmhouse kitchen, designed by Rashida Banks, showcases Royal Satin White marble subway tile on the backsplash and Aqua Nero Matte porcelain floor tile. While the black marble-look floor tile features the expressive veining of natural stone, its durable, scratch- and stain-resistant construction makes it as practical as it is beautiful.

STYLE FORMULA: MARBLE TILE + MARBLE LOOK TILE

6. Handmade Look + Handmade Look = Perfectly Imperfect Style

Featuring perfectly imperfect details, handmade-look tile captures the artisanal appeal of authentic handmade tile at a lower price point and with greater consistency from piece to piece. Available in a range of colors and styles, handmade-look tile can be paired to create a beautifully textured tableau.

This stunning modern farmhouse kitchen, designed by I SPY DIY, features two distinct handmade-look tiles: Nuovo Riad Bianco on the backsplash and Look Avio on the kitchen island. The square and subway formats offer pleasing variation with unique profiles and contrasting colorways.

STYLE FORMULA: HANDMADE-LOOK TILE

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7. Patterned Tile + Fluted Tile + Trim = Beautifully Textured Walls

Characterized by raised ridges, fluted tile adds both tactile and visual texture to a design. Patterned tile, with its intricate motifs, brings another layer of visual interest. Together, these textures create subtle definition between cooking and prep areas.

This inviting kitchen features fluted Roku White tile above the countertops. By casting soft shadows, the fluted tile uses light to enhance the space’s texture, while the flat Kelli Fontana Kloe tile in In Bloom Ivory and Ivory introduces pattern behind the stove backsplash. Framed with Signature Black Matte pencil trim, the stove backsplash breaks up the wall of fluted tile, creating a space that feels distinct while remaining tonally cohesive.

STYLE FORMULA: PATTERNED TILE + FLUTED TILE + TRIM

8. Subway + Checkerboard = Classically Chic

A classic pattern that has graced both grand and humble abodes for centuries, checkerboard tile instantly elevates any space. While subway tile (popularized in the Victorian Era) is a more recent design innovation, its sleek silhouette still evokes timeless elegance.

In this stunning space, designed by Timber Trails, Alison Victoria Brick x Brick Powder subway tile is paired with a Noir Honed and Silver Mist* checkerboard tile floor. The limestone squares are installed on a diagonal, adding visual depth to the room, while the brick-look gray subway tile is installed in a horizontal offset pattern that emphasizes its sleek silhouette. The result is a space that combines classic elements with contemporary aesthetics.

*This tile is no longer available; achieve a similar look with Meram Blanc Carrara tile.

STYLE FORMULA: SUBWAY TILE + CHECKERBOARD TILE

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9. Black + White + Black & White = Stunning All Over

Like a well-tailored tuxedo, a black-and-white color scheme epitomizes sophisticated design. Feature a fashionable black-and-white tile, pair sleek white subway tile with luxe black floor tile, or combine all three looks for a space that exudes style.

This fashionable kitchen is a masterclass in mixing tile. Nikki Chu Tangier Graphite patterned tile is featured alongside Luxor Winter White subway tile and Fusi Carbon Steel cement-look floor tile. The crisp whites and steely blacks create striking contrast while remaining exquisitely neutral.

STYLE FORMULA: BLACK TILE + WHITE TILE + BLACK & WHITE TILE

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1. Sophisticated Squares

Many of our large format, stone look tile collections include coordinating mosaics. Featuring grey veining on a crisp white background, the Livingstone Bianco square mosaic tile perfectly complements the large format Livingstone Bianco field tile—shown here on the main bathroom floor. The grid of grout lines in the mosaic tile adds necessary traction to the shower floor, making this gorgeous West Bay Homes-designed space as safe as it is stylish.

Shop the Livingstone Bianco tile in all its formats: 12″ x 24″ field, 24″ x 48″ field, square mosaic and basketweave mosaic.

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2. Lovely Leaves

The Alison Victoria Elia Honed mosaic tile (also available in a polished finish) features a striking leaf-shaped pattern crafted from elegantly expressive Volakas marble. Pairing this intricate mosaic with the coordinating Volakas Honed 12″ x 24″ tile creates a visually rich space that feels alive with movement.

This charming shower features the large format field tile on the back wall, with the leaf mosaic running up the adjoining accent wall. For added traction underfoot, you could also install the mosaic on the floor. Accent features also provide the perfect opportunity to showcase a decorative mosaic, and a shower niche or shelf lined with marble leaves creates a stunning detail.

Explore all the various offerings of this ravishing, grey-and-beige-veined white stone in our exclusive Volakas marble collection.

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3. Make a Marble Match

Advanced production technology allows us to print realistic stone details on scratch- and water-resistant porcelain tile, offering exceptional beauty and durability at an affordable price point. Available in eight distinct designs that coordinate with our most popular marble collections, our new marble match tiles include field and mosaic pairings for gorgeously cohesive layouts.

This elegant shower demonstrates how to mix these porcelain tiles with authentic marble details. The walls are clad in Marble Match Siberian Pearl Matte large format tile, while the coordinating Marble Match Hex mosaic accents the shower niche. Siberian Pearl Barnes trim tile frames the niche, adding an authentic finishing touch to the design.

Explore our marble match collection for more coordinating field, hex and square mosaic tiles.

4. A Size for Every Space

From small 2″ square mosaics to large 12″ x 24″ field tile and oversized 32″ x 94″ panels, the Masterstone White porcelain tile collection is available in sizes to suit virtually any space. Featuring an elegant near-white background accented by dynamic grey and beige veining, this chic stone look tile is designed with contemporary bathrooms in mind.

In this luxurious space, the square mosaic tile lines the shower floor before transitioning to 12″ x 24″ large format tile across the main floor. On the walls, porcelain panels provide near-seamless coverage for the ultimate stone slab look. The range of formats makes this style endlessly adaptable and customizable to your space—it’s even available in complete shower and tub surround kits.

Shop porcelain panels and coordinating field and mosaic tiles in this and three other contemporary stone looks: Calacatta White, Statuario Nuovo and Max Rapolano Ivory.

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5. Dynamic Herringbone

Creating dynamic zigzag movement, a herringbone pattern draws the eye up and across a space. Paired with a large format tile, a herringbone mosaic can make even cozy rooms feel spacious.

This fashionable shower features the Laura Park Seaside Marble large format tile paired with its coordinating herringbone mosaic. Installed on the floor and built-in shower seat, the small format tile features exquisite stone details, providing visual texture that enhances the layout’s sense of movement. Notice how the mosaic distinctively defines the bench while simultaneously adding visual width to the shower corner.

If you love this painterly palette, explore our exclusive Laura Park designer collection.

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6. Pointedly Distinct Picket Tile

An elongated hexagon named for the pointed fence post it resembles, picket tile is a contemporary alternative to traditional subway tile, forming neat stacks and clean lines when aligned on a wall or floor. While this tile is available in a wide range of sizes, a mosaic picket tile offers this distinct shape in a smaller format, creating traction for floors and movement across walls.

Here, Moonstone Off White field tile is paired with its coordinating Picket mosaic. While the large format, stone look tile creates seamless elegance throughout the main bathroom, the mosaic distinguishes the shower. The result is a completely cohesive space that beautifully delineates the shower area from the rest of the room.

This sophisticated tile pairing is available in two other on-trend colorways: Gray / Gray Picket and Beige / Beige Picket.

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7. Neat and Niche

A shower niche offers the perfect opportunity to showcase an intricate mosaic tile. Whether you choose a style to coordinate or contrast with your main tile, a mosaic adds distinction to this highly functional design feature.

This beautiful bathroom showcases a wall of Laura Park Watercolor Marble large format tile with a recessed niche lined with the coordinating herringbone mosaic. Installed with a complementary white grout, the mosaic design remains stylishly subtle, while the zigzag of the herringbone layout introduces a dynamic sense of movement. Notice how the niche is outlined with a band of Africa Tempesta Somersest trim, adding a polished finishing touch to define the feature.

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8. Marble Paired With Marble Look

Stretch your style—and your budget—by pairing a marble look tile with real stone. Durable and easy to maintain, marble look porcelain or ceramic tile mimics the expressive veining of the real thing, often at a fraction of the cost. Incorporating a genuine stone mosaic into your layout adds authentic detail that elevates the entire design.

This gorgeous shower, designed by Nikki Chu, pairs Savannah Antique marble look wall tile with Modena mosaic floor tile. The natural white, beige and grey tones of the mosaic add unique, organic detail to the space, complementing the wall tile’s exquisite beige and grey veining.

9. Soothing Scallops

Gently rounded, a scalloped mosaic adds softness and a soothing sense of movement to your design. The charming shape pairs perfectly with an expansive large-format tile, as is evident in this chic shower. The Alison Victoria Gem mosaic tile features deep emerald marble with faint beige veining. Punctuated by contrasting white grout, this rich color palette is echoed in the crisp white background, bold green veining and subtle beige detail of the Marradi Calacatta Emerald marble look tile featured on the shower bench. This space is an excellent example of how a complementary color palette can unite a natural stone mosaic with a large format porcelain tile.

10. Masterful Mixed Stones

You don’t have to limit your design to a single stone; mixing mosaics from two or more stone collections creates a rich visual texture that adds layers of interest to your space. This high-end look can be accomplished by blending multiple marble profiles or combining two or more distinct natural stones.

This luxurious shower features Arctic White marble and Claros Silver travertine in a variety of formats. Expertly layering the two materials together to create a lush tableau, the design showcases the Arctic White herringbone mosaic inside the picture frame and the Claros Silver square mosaic on the shower floor. The stones’ inherent variations provide unique visual interest, with subtle white and beige veining set against a creamy background creating rich texture in the Arctic White large format wall tile.

Mix your own stones with our extensive selection of marble, travertine, slate and limestone tile.

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11. Elegant Niles Mosaic

A classic basketweave pattern featuring small, contrasting colored dots, the Niles mosaic offers intricate detail and a timeless, traditional appeal. Most commonly found in natural stone and stone look collections, this sophisticated design pairs superbly with coordinating large format field tile for an elevated traditional or transitional design.

This exquisite bathroom features Siberian Pearl tile throughout. A Niles with Grey Dot mosaic tile is centered in the shower, framed to create a striking focal point. Coordinating Siberian Pearl large format wall tile, Hex mosaic floor tile and matching trim accents complete the look for a space that is wonderfully cohesive, yet rich in visual texture.

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1. Introduce Elegant Expression

Express your care for your guests with a boldly luxurious—and exceptionally durable—marble look tile. Featuring rich veining, the Arabian Niro White matte tile fills this marvelous, Nikki Chu–designed bathroom with a wonderful sense of movement, creating a feeling of expansiveness in the small space. With cool neutral shades that mimic the look of real Carrara marble, this large format tile is easy to clean and maintain, helping you keep your guest space looking spotless.

Find a wealth of designs that combine luxury with durability when you shop marble look tile.

2. Relish in a Rich, Earthy Palette

Timeless and on trend, rich, expressive earth-toned neutrals are filling modern spaces with soothing hues. This stunning space demonstrates how to mix neutrals to create robust visual texture. The Nuovo Riad tile in Bianco and Creme is installed in a checkerboard pattern on the wall and tub apron, while the Terrazzo Bianco Macro tile fills the floor with expressive flecks of brown, black, grey and beige. Though the floor tile is smooth, the design—based on real terrazzo—creates the appearance of texture that complements the gently uneven surface of the handmade-look wall tiles.

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3. Choose Coastal Chic

Welcome your guests with the breezy elegance of coastal chic design by choosing seaside-inspired colors and patterns. This charming space demonstrates the versatility of this contemporary style. The Jeffrey Alan Marks Sand Dollar Ash tile (also available in blue Ocean) features a delicate grey sand dollar design on a crisp white background. The cool colors and oceanic motif offer subtle coastal nods, while the woven sconces and white baseboard complete the relaxed aesthetic.

If you love this charming, coastal style, explore our exclusive Jeffrey Alan Marks designer collection.

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4. Create Seamless Luxury with Porcelain Panels

Exceptionally elegant, durable and easy to maintain, porcelain panels offer the luxurious look of a single stone slab. Featuring exquisite stone details, this oversized tile minimizes the appearance of grout lines for a cohesive design that creates a feeling of expansiveness, even in a small space.

This soothing bathroom exudes spa-like opulence with 32″ x 94″ Masterstone porcelain panels. Using complementary grout, the lines between the panels are almost indistinguishable, creating a seamless look across the walls. We love how the modern brass fixtures elevate the beautiful mix of warm and cool neutral tones, creating contemporary glamour.

Shop porcelain panels — also available in shower and tub surround kits —in four contemporary stone looks: Masterstone White, Calacatta White, Max Rapolano Ivory and Statuario Nuovo.

5. Set a Mood with Cool Blues

From stunning sapphire to soothing sky, blue in all its hues will uplift your guests’ moods by connecting them to the natural world. This stylish, feminine space pairs the gorgeous Kelli Fontana Inlay Proper Dutch tile with Signature Slate Blue bevel subway wall tile. The soft blues complement each other without feeling overly matched, and guests will appreciate how the theme carries through to the blue-veined Laura Park Watercolor Herringbone mosaic tile in the shower niche.

If this is the hue for you, explore our extensive collection of blue tile.

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6. Play With a Checkerboard Design

Timeless, classy and effortlessly chic, checkerboard patterns are making major moves in contemporary design. While classic black-and-white squares will always be en vogue, if you want to level up your game, consider choosing an unexpected take on the look. Here, large format, marble look Livingstone tile in Grigio and Nero is arranged in an oversized checkerboard pattern across the floor and tub surround. We love how this unexpected design makes the space feel expansive and how the stone details give it a wonderful sense of movement.

Create this dynamic look by pairing any two same-sized square tiles or explore our curated checkerboard pairings for an easy design win.

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7. Add English Elegance

Posh and poised with a spoonful of whimsy, English country cottage design brings the best of Britain to American homes. This charming bathroom features the Morris & Co. St. James Pure Cloud tile. Inspired by William Morris’s historic wallpaper design that once graced the halls of St. James’s Palace, this tile fills the space with ornate beauty in a soft palette.

If this storied design is your cup of tea, explore our exclusive Morris & Co. designer collection.

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8. Keep It Simply Stylish

Like a well-tailored tux, a black-and-white color scheme is the epitome of sleek sophistication. Here, the Vintage White patterned floor tile adds design within a minimal palette. Layer in textures, patterns and materials—the handmade-look Mallorca White subway tile, uniquely shaped Arabesque Black tile in the shower niche and the Hampton Carrara curb along the tub edge—and you have a space rich in detail and visual texture.

Explore our wide selection of black-and-white tile for more effortlessly sophisticated designs.

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9. Add Niche Appeal

Form meets function in this stunning shower niche showcasing the Laura Park Cosmo Aegean Blue patterned tile. Featuring an abstract, hand-painted look motif inspired by her original watercolors and popular textile designs, this lovely tile is a cornerstone of our exclusive Laura Park designer collection. The vivid blues in the pattern pair perfectly with the Laura Park Seaside Marble porcelain tile surrounding the shower, creating seamless sophistication and convenient storage that keeps your guests’ toiletries from cluttering the tub ledge or floor.

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10. Show Your Taste with Handcrafted Design

Every piece of Zellige tile is formed, painted and glazed by hand according to ancient Moroccan techniques. The result is an exquisitely unique tile that exudes character through perfectly imperfect variations in color, size and surface texture.

Display your good taste and love of authentic design by incorporating this handcrafted tile into your guest bathroom. Available in a range of traditional colors and styles, our Zellige tile collection offers a wealth of design opportunities, like this beautiful basketweave pattern created with Zellige Light Grey gloss petite subway tile. The crisscross pattern gives the space a soothing sense of movement and highlights the individual character of each piece.

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11. Offer Your Guests a Seat

Not only does a seat add comfort to your shower, but it is also essential for people with mobility issues. A corner tile shower seat is an easy way to make your bathroom more accessible for guests. This Brooke Pavel–designed space features the San Dona honed marble shower seat. Matching the Picket Florencia Super Bianco wall tile, the seat is fully integrated into the shower, providing a place to rest without disrupting the design.

Explore corner shower seats to incorporate this essential design into your shower.

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12. Achieve Affordable Luxury

Don’t let your budget cramp your style. The Tile Shop offers excellence at every price point. Case in point: this opulent shower featuring the Macula matte marble look tile. With expressive grey veining on a crisp white background, this large format tile creates a stylish, luxurious space—and at under $7 per sq. ft., you can give your guests the best without breaking the bank.

Find beautiful looks for every space, style and budget in our curated collection of tile under $7.

13. Add Abstract Expression

Show your guests your artistic side with the wonderfully abstract Jeffrey Alan Marks Big Sur Sea Spray patterned tile (also available in blue Off the Hook). Featuring a glossy green design over a cream-colored matte base, reminiscent of glazed pottery, this magnificent tile includes six distinct, multidirectional faces that inspire creativity. We love how it pairs with the Look Avio handmade-look subway tile in this fashionable shower for cool, contemporary coastal appeal.

14. Celebrate Midcentury Excellence

With sleek silhouettes and stylish palettes, our Fired Earth Stoneware collection is retro reimagined. Featuring chic subway tile in three earth-toned colorways with speckled details that mimic the look of 1960s pottery, this collection celebrates the best of midcentury modern design. Here, Fired Earth Stoneware Linen Brick tile infuses this bathroom backsplash with a warm beige hue punctuated with crisp white grout lines. Paired with contemporary fixtures, the space updates the classic look to create enduring design.

Shop Fired Earth Stoneware in all three colorways: Powder White, Rainwashed, and Linen Brick

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15. Put a Twist on a Classic Design

A modern take on subway tile, picket tile features a similarly stackable silhouette with a distinctly pointed shape. Here, the Lanse Matte Black Picket tile is turned 45 degrees for a dynamic layout, with the pointed ends forming horizontal and vertical lines that offset the long diagonal body. Note how the tile is installed with matching black grout for soft, subtle lines that make this contemporary space feel just slightly off-kilter.

For more on-point styles, shop our wide selection of picket tile.

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16. Bring in Nature

Give your guests the gift of nature to brighten their morning and evening routines. Motifs and colors–like blue and green–that evoke the outdoors can boost serotonin and elevate moods. A floral- or leaf-patterned tile infuses your space with natural grace, as seen in this charming bathroom featuring the Morris & Co. Hawkdale Willow Olive tile (also available in China Blue).

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17. Keep It Neat

Neatly stacked rows of KitKat White tile create soothing lines in this gorgeous Japandi bathroom. The pleasing symmetry and subtle tonal shift between the white mosaic tile and beige grout lines evoke a meditative Zen feeling, offering your guests a wonderful respite during their stay.

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18. Add Fresh Color

This bathroom, showcasing the gorgeously green Signature Mint glossy tile, will make your guests feel fresh and clean. Featuring 3″ x 6″ subway tile accented with London and pencil trim at mid-height and matching skirting along the floor, the design exemplifies how well-placed trim elevates a space. We love how the light green pairs with the Octagon Matte White with Black mosaic floor tile for a classic look that defies trends.

Find elevated basics designed to mix and match in our exclusive Signature collection tile.

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19. Make Waves

By definition, tile is a hard material, but you can introduce softness to your design by choosing a style with rounded edges. The uniquely curved Wave Grey Owl tile evokes the gentle movement of the sea. Installed in an offset pattern along this contemporary sink backsplash, the soft gray tile feels at once dynamic and soothing.

Shop Wave tile in this and three more on-trend colorways: Blue Reef, Old Cream and White.

20. Mix Up Your Mosaics

Consisting of small individual tiles mounted on easy-to-install mesh sheets, mosaic tile adds visual interest to your space and, as a bonus, creates a sense of expansiveness. If you like to get creative with your design, cut sheets of two mosaic colorways to form a custom pattern, like this checkerboard created using Zellige mosaic tile in Shamrock and Light Grey. The blocks of 2″ x 2″ tiles, with their undulating color tones, add dynamic visual texture to the classic design.

For more small designs that deliver a big punch, explore our extensive selection of mosaic tile.

21. Bring in High Fashion Design

Inspired by luxury-brand textiles, the Kelli Fontana Chain Reaction Black on Black tile (also available in Pearl Beige) features a polished marble chain mosaic set against a matte marble background. The interlocking chain design reflects the light, creating a sense of depth in this elegantly moody guest bathroom, designed by Kelli Fontana of West Bay Homes. We love how the mosaic motif feels alive with movement—the perfect complement to the expressively veined marble counter and sink backsplash.

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

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22. Fashion a Fabulous Space

Globally inspired and effortlessly fashionable, the Nikki Chu designer collection features abstract motifs and contemporary styles in a range of trending neutrals. Here, the Nikki Chu Zulu Graphite tile (also available in Pumice [beige] and Cement [gray]) is installed in an alternating vertical and horizontal pattern, creating a unique checkerboard effect. Paired with the complementary stone-look Nikki Chu Fusi Carbon Steel tile, this space exudes sophisticated glamour.

Explore our exclusive Nikki Chu collection for more fashion-forward looks from the celebrity designer.

23. Make It Marvelous with a Marble Mosaic

A marvelous addition to any bathroom, marble mosaics offer a dynamic sense of movement and rich organic detail. This striking sink backsplash features the Alison Victoria Malibu Edit Pescador tile. Beautifully veined Volakas marble and a pleasing, rounded shape create a sense of flow across the wall, resulting in a space alive with movement and visual texture. We love how the gray- and beige-veined white marble contrasts with the dark wood vanity for a fashionable, contemporary look.

Shop this exquisite tile in all three colorways: Matador (green), Pointe Dume (blue) and Pescador.

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24. Mix Things Up

Mixing finishes is an excellent way to add visual interest to your tile design. A glossy finish adds shine to your space, and when paired with a matching matte tile, it creates a subtle contrast that becomes visible as light passes through. With a double band of vertically stacked Coco Canvas Glossy tile set against a wall of horizontally stacked Coco Canvas Matte tile, this striking bathroom uses finish and layout to create a subtly elegant design.

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25. Make It Enviously Gorgeous

Your guests will be green with envy when they set eyes on the stunning Alison Victoria Gem marble tile. Featuring rich emerald stone accented with beige veining, this exquisite scalloped mosaic is perfect for a sink backsplash or shower.

Here, the real marble is paired with the marble look Marradi Calacatta Emerald tile. With a crisp white background and bold green and gold veining, the large format tile showcases all the colors of the wall tile—including the white grout lines—in a new format.

If you love this bold, elegant look, explore our exclusive Alison Victoria collection for more of the HGTV star’s signature city chic designs.

26. Blend Contemporary and Traditional Design

When contemporary chic and traditional elegance come together in one space, the result is era-defying transitional design. Here, traditional Hampton Hermosa Octagon marble mosaic tile lines the floor, while the wood vanity features contemporary circular gold knobs and contrasting silver faucets. The mirrors and sconces are also transitional; their silhouettes are sleek and contemporary yet reminiscent of early 1900s style. We love how @styleitprettyhome blends the old and the new to create a distinct space, and we know their guests will love it too!

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27. Pick a Pretty Penny

Small but mighty, penny round tile is incredibly versatile, lending itself to custom designs—like this unique pattern by Timber Trails. Penny Round Gloss in White and Cloudy dots the floor with a graceful border and cross design. With its many grout lines, penny tile is also practical, as it creates traction on your bathroom or shower floor to help prevent slipping.

Explore penny round tile in a wide range of colors and finishes to create your own design.

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28. Add Perfect Imperfections

Featuring purposeful variations in surface texture and color, handmade-look tile offers a perfectly imperfect design element. This sophisticated space, designed by Renovation Husbands, showcases the Tribeca Gypsum White subway tile. The undulating tones and subtle shifts in surface texture are highlighted by light reflecting off the glossy tile.

Explore our wide selection of handmade-look tile for more perfectly imperfect styles.

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29. Create Colorful Accents

A pop of color creates a vibrant tableau in this Zig & Co.–designed guest bathroom. The bright yellow vanity takes center stage, while the Cloth Black and White floor tile provides a neutral base and contributes a charming pattern. By choosing a black-and-white tile, the designer has created an easy-to-update space—simply add a new coat of paint and swap accessories to change the color scheme and refresh the design.

30. Display Your Taste

Add a decorative flourish to your guest shower by “framing” a favorite patterned or mosaic tile with trim. This is a great way to show off a lovely motif that might feel too overwhelming across the entire space. A tile picture frame can complement or contrast with the surrounding tile, depending on your taste.

This stunning shower highlights the Laura Park Martini Olives Taupe tile framed with a single band of Africa Tempesta Barnes trim. Set against a unique layout of Laura Park Bespoke White tile in 5″ and 2.56″ x 5″, this expressive tableau is sure to please any guest.

Discover your favorite motif in our wide selection of patterned tile.

Let’s Create a Space Your Guests Will Love!

Ready to refresh your guest bathroom? Explore even more ideas in our favorite Bold and Beautiful Bathroom Tile Ideas, or shop our vast assortment of bathroom tile. Use our Tile Visualizer to see how it will look in your space, and schedule a free design consultation to start bringing your dream bathroom to life.

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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 (this tile is no longer available; achieve a similar look with Rovere Rlv. Honey 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 (tile no longer available; achieve a similar look with Rovere Rlv. Honey) 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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