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

All images: Design by West Bay Homes.

A Pantry Prepped for Perfection

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

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

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

Featuring: Nuovo Riad Bianco and Nuovo Riad Creme.

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Elegant & Enchanting: The Twin Stars Bath

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

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

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

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

A Laundry Room Awash In Luxury

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

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

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

Featuring: Alison Victoria Malibu Edit Matador.

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Only the Best for the Guests

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

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

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

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

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

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The Primary Suite: Universal Design, Effortless Style

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

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

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

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

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Powder Room Haute Couture

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

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

Featuring: Kelli Fontana Chain Reaction Black on Black.

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

Tonally In Tune: A Moody Basement Escape

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

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

Featuring: Violin Decor and DURAL Black Matte.

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The Wellness Hall: A Restorative Final Note

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

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

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

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

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

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1. Add Drama With Rust Details

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

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2. Choose Tastefully Earthy Taupe

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

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

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3. Add Authentic Appeal With Zellige Tile

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

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

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4. Celebrate Midcentury Design

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

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

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5. Add Visual Texture With Terrazzo-Look Tile

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

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

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

6. Create an Outdoor Oasis With Patio & Pool Tile

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

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

7. Embrace Modern Rustic Design

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

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

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8. Make a Bold Statement

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

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

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9. Take Natural Aesthetics to New Places

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

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

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10. Create an Enviously Opulent Space With Green Marble

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

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

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11. Add Beautifully Rustic Texture With Brick-Look Tile

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

12. Reflect Your Personality

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

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

13. Fold In Whimsical Details

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

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

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14. Make a Mediterranean Escape

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

15. Create an Expressive Slab Look

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

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

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16. Pick a Neutral Pattern

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

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

17. Add Architectural Detail

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

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

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18. Create a Checkmate Design

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

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

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19. Add an Abstract Design

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

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

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20. Add Depth to Your Design With Black Stone

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

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

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21. Take Your Design Up a Notch With Travertine

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

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

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22. Bathe in Beige

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

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Bring Your Dream Space to Life!

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

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

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1. Make Your Floor Feel Expansive

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

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2. Create a Chic & Unique Space With Marble

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

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

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3. “Paint” the Room With Laura Park Tile

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

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

4. Marble-Look Tile = Low-Maintenance Luxury

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

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

5. Add Texture

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

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

6. Supersize Your Style With Porcelain Panels

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

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

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

7. Mix Marble & Marble-Look Tile

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

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

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8. Add a Vertical Stripe

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

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9. Match With a Mosaic

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

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

10. Choose Pre-Scored Tile for Easy Installation

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

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11. Make a Major Play With a Checkerboard Design

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

For an easy win, explore our curated checkerboard pairings.

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12. Get a Water-Resistant Wood Look

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

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

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13. Choose a Cement Look for Sleek Industrial Design

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

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

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

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

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

15. Achieve Big Style on Any Budget

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

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

Let’s Create a Space You’ll Love!

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

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1. Add Perfectly Imperfect Details With Handmade-Look Tile

Featuring intentional variations in surface texture and color, handmade-look subway tile blends rough, unfinished rustic design with a sleek, contemporary silhouette. Choose a neutral color and pair it with natural textures for a true modern rustic look—like the Tribeca Gypsum White tile (also available in Oatmeal and Basalt) showcased on this elegant kitchen backsplash.

For a wealth of perfectly imperfect designs, explore our wide selection of handmade-look tile.

2. Choose Sustainable Hardwood

Natural, sustainable materials are essential to modern rustic design. Exposed wood beams and hardwood floors bring warmth and a rugged aesthetic to any space. Made with a eucalyptus core and an oak veneer, engineered hardwood combines the beauty of solid wood with exceptional durability and sustainability. Featuring our exclusive Corlee Heritage Oak flooring, this bright, open space shows how you can extend this modern rustic element from your kitchen to the rest of your home.

Shop our naturally beautiful selection of engineered hardwood for more sustainable styles.

3. Pair White With White

Bright, elegant and endlessly versatile, white tile always feels chic and clean. If you love the airy look of an all-white kitchen, pair your white cabinetry and countertops with white marble—natural materials like stone bring the organic details that define modern rustic design.

This beautiful kitchen, designed by @reems_design, features Hampton Carrara subway tile installed in a herringbone pattern along the backsplash. The subtle grey and beige veining adds rich visual texture, creating a subtle tonal contrast that adds depth to this monochromatic space.

Shop our exclusive white marble collections: Hampton Carrara, Calacata Evora, Volakas, Bianco Puro and Arctic White.

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4. Choose Stone & Wood Looks

If you appreciate the beauty of natural stone but want to skip the upkeep, stone-look porcelain offers an exceptionally durable and easy-to-care-for alternative. Available in sizes up to 48″ x 48″, large format porcelain tiles pair the beautiful appearance of an expansive stone slab with the scratch-, water- and stain-resistant properties of porcelain. (And unlike natural stone, man-made porcelain will never require sealing.)

Here, Navona Bianco porcelain 24″ x 48″ backsplash tile is paired with Arbour Midlands Hickory Tavern wood-look luxury vinyl flooring. Together, these materials deliver the natural look of wood and stone but are easier to maintain, easier to install and easier on the budget.

Shop our wide selection of marble-look tile and luxury vinyl flooring to find a durable look that suits your space.

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5. Pair White Subway Tile With Wood Details

If you’re updating your kitchen, you might already have a white subway tile backsplash. This classic staple is incredibly versatile and, since it first came into popularity in the early 1900s, has continued to feel contemporary. To transition into a more modern rustic look, add natural accents to complement your white subway tile—like the chic wood-patterned range hood featured in this modern kitchen, designed by @almahomes.

Pro Tip: One of our most popular styles, subway tile works with a wide range of contemporary and traditional designs, making it an excellent choice if you like to update your space regularly.

6. Use Natural Stone for a Refined Rustic Look

While today’s marble-look tiles are more convincing than ever before, no man-made material can truly capture the uniqueness and luxury of real stone. No two pieces of slate, travertine or marble are ever the same, and it’s this authenticity that makes them perfect for modern rustic design. Expressive or subtly veined, marble tile adds a refined rustic aesthetic to your kitchen backsplash—as seen in this stunning space featuring grey- and beige-veined Siberian Pearl.

Shop our most popular natural stone materials: marble, slate and travertine.

7. Match a Mosaic With Wooden Cabinets

Like natural stone, natural wood is beloved for its organic beauty and authentic feel, making it an ideal fit for modern rustic design. If your kitchen features wood with a distinctive or prominent grain, try highlighting that detail by pairing it with a geometric tile pattern—like the Imperial Moss Gloss Rhombus tile in this contemporary kitchen, designed by @cassandra_brand_interiors. The uniform grout lines running through this backsplash wonderfully contrast with the fluid, organic movement of the woodgrain in the cabinetry and range hood.

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8. Choose Matte Tile for a Contemporary Finish

Beautifully textured with a non-reflective surface, matte tile creates a stunning, modern backsplash. This elegant kitchen, designed by @kindwelldesignco, features Coco White Matte tile. The handmade-look tile showcases subtle color and surface variations that add refined visual texture. We love how it’s paired with white cabinets, a sleek wood range hood and chic black light fixtures for a polished modern rustic design.

9. …Or Shine With a Glossy Finish

Going in another direction, @kjbhomesmpls chose Coco White Glossy for the backsplash in this fashionable kitchen. The sleek finish reflects light, brightening the space and providing contrast to the dark wood cabinets and black countertop.

Shop this best-selling white subway tile in matte and glossy finishes, plus three other neutral colorways: Canvas Matte, Canvas Glossy and Amber Grey Glossy.

10. Feature a Dark Natural Stone

Richly textured and authentically unique, natural stone embodies the essence of modern rustic design. While white marble complements a contemporary color palette, a dark stone—such as the Silver Grey quartzite shown here—adds drama to modern spaces, especially when paired with white cabinets and sleek black fixtures.

11. Pair Stone With Steel

To integrate stainless steel appliances into a modern rustic kitchen, balance them with natural materials elsewhere in your design. A natural stone backsplash—like the Royal White Hex marble featured in this stunning space—adds rustic charm while contrasting with the sleek modern appliances. We love how the crisp geometric hexagon tile brings a dynamic, organic sense of movement to this counter-to-ceiling backsplash.

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12. Tile to Open Shelving

We love the look of tile extending from counter to ceiling in the previous space, but if your modern rustic kitchen needs added storage, consider reducing the height of your backsplash and using open shelving as a natural stopping point.

In this farmhouse-chic kitchen from I SPY DIY, customer-favorite Nuovo Riad Bianco tile is installed in a brick-lay pattern from the counter up to an extended wood floating shelf, which serves double duty as both a practical storage feature and a place to display a collection of rustic decor.

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13. Create a Stylish Sense of Movement With Chevron Tile

The zigzag pattern of chevron tile naturally draws the eye across a space. When paired with the organic veining of marble, it creates a dynamic sense of movement that brings the room to life. In this gorgeous kitchen, designed by Nikki Chu, Meram Blanc Carrara Chevron tile adds soothing visual texture through its soft white and grey tones. The wicker light fixture introduces an extra layer of rustic warmth that balances the stone beautifully.

If you love the fluid movement of this backsplash, shop our wide selection of chevron tile.

14. Incorporate Organic Designs

If you think pattern has no place in modern rustic design, think again! Nature-inspired motifs can add unexpected delight to your space while staying true to the style. This charming kitchen features Morris & Co. Hawkdale Willow Olive tile; the lovely leaf pattern—drawn from historic William Morris wallpaper—adds a touch of greenery that feels both organic and modern.

Shop our wide selection of patterned tile to discover more nature-inspired designs.

15. Pair Dark Tile With Blonde Wood

Modern rustic design favors natural colors and textures, but there’s still plenty of room to express yourself while maintaining a neutral palette. Here, @thedivinelivingspace designed a space that is both soothing and tonally complex. By pairing Glass Stoney Grey tile with blonde wood and white cabinets, the room achieves a tranquil balance of contrasting elements.

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16. Fill a Large Space With Mosaic Tile

The small pieces that make up mosaic tile create a complex tableau that can make any space feel larger and more dynamic. In this beautiful kitchen, designed by Timber Trails, Hampton Carrara Tumbled Large Herringbone mosaic tile covers the expansive backsplash, providing stunning texture that stands out against the white cabinets, walls and ceiling. In a space this open, a limited palette of colors and textures maintains a sense of tranquility, while the exposed wood beams and wide stone backsplash add subtle contrast and interest.

If you love this richly textured look, explore our wide selection of mosaic tile.

17. Weave a Beautiful Backdrop

Crisp white and warm beige marble are woven together in the Sampson mosaic tile featured on this elegant kitchen backsplash. The intersecting lines of the basketweave design give the space a sense of movement that feels both orderly and organic. Gold hardware elevates the look with sleek, contemporary style, while wooden accessories enhance the tile’s subtly rugged aesthetic.

18. Infuse Your Space With the Textured Detail of Tumbled Stone

Created by quite literally tumbling raw stone with rocks, tumbled marble is at once smooth yet subtly textured. This timeworn look enhances the warmth and character that define modern rustic interiors. Here, Meram Blanc Carrara tumbled marble adds depth and personality to the counter-to-ceiling backsplash while maintaining the soft, neutral color scheme that highlights the wood accents found throughout the space.

19. Add Natural Color

Crisp white stone walls are emblematic of modern rustic design, but there’s still room for color in this contemporary style. To add vibrancy, choose hues that echo the palette found in nature. Green and blue—especially in darker or muted tones—create a calming contrast to warm-toned woods and textured stone. To further enhance the rugged, organic feel of your space, opt for handcrafted Zellige or handmade-look tile, such as the Zellige Dirty Blue Gloss tile shown here.

20. Combine With Coastal Design

There are as many design styles as there are homes—and the people who live in them—because every space, like every person, is unique. If your home already reflects a particular style, or you’re drawn to more than one aesthetic, consider blending them to create a space that truly expresses your individuality.

This kitchen, featuring subtly textured Jeffrey Alan Marks Natural Zen Birchwood White tile, white cabinetry, and a wooden countertop, embodies many characteristics of modern rustic design, while also expressing the breezy elegance of coastal chic style. By blending refined and raw elements, modern rustic design works beautifully with a wide range of contemporary looks.

If you love this relaxed, beachy vibe, explore our exclusive Jeffrey Alan Marks designer collaboration.

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21. Go Dark

While modern rustic style often favors a light color palette, incorporating darker elements adds weight and depth to your space. When choosing a dusky tile, select a material that stays true to the style. Black stone and handmade Zellige tile—like the Zellige Dark Grey Gloss tile shown here—embody the rugged, natural aesthetic characteristic of rustic design.

Love the authentically unique character of this handcrafted tile? Shop our wide selection of Zellige tile.

22. Combine Modern Rustic With Industrial Design

The modern side of this versatile style makes it especially compatible with industrial design. Whether you live in an urban loft or a suburban ranch, you can incorporate metals and cement—or cement-look large format tile—into your modern rustic space to create a chic industrial vibe. This stylish kitchen, designed by Angelia Guthrie, features a Calcata Evora Honed tile backsplash; the subtly veined white marble softens the stark industrial elements in this cool, open space.

Let’s Bring Your Dream Space to Life!

No matter your style, we have the materials, tools and expert advice you need to create a space that is uniquely you. Explore our wide selection of kitchen tile—and even more inspiring kitchen tile ideas—to find a design you’ll love. Ready for your reno? Schedule a free design consultation or stop by your local Tile Shop showroom—we’re here to help every step of the way.

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

1. Add Distinct Texture

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

2. Maintain Elegant Cohesion With a Stone Collection

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

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

3. Create Hex-cellent Designs

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

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

4. Add Rich Rust Details

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

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

5. Don’t Let Your Budget Limit Your Style

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

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

6. Venture to the Dark Side

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

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

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7. Create High Contrast

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

8. Soothe With Scallops

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

9. Pick a Pretty Penny

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

10. Layer In Coastal Vibes

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

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11. Showcase a Beautiful Motif

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

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

12. Pair Natural Stone With Stone-Look Tile

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

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

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13. Keep It Classy With Black and White

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

Discover more dynamic designs when you shop picket tile. 👉

14. Surround Yourself With Spa-Like Serenity

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

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

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

15. “Paint” Your Walls With Relaxing Pastels

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

16. Luxuriate in Lush White Marble

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

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

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17. Stimulate Your Senses With Pebble Tile

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

18. Add Natural Appeal With Wood-Look Tile

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

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

19. Add Fashion-Forward Design

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

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

20. Go Green

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

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

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

21. Add Handcrafted Character

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

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

22. Embrace Botanical Patterns

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

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23. Accent With Trim

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

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

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24. Create a Chain Reaction

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

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

25. Consider Your Grout

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

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

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Let’s Create a Space You’ll Love!

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

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1. Keep It Neat With Subway Tiles

Take subway tile beyond the walls! The Argile Matte White handmade-look subway tile shown on this kitchen floor is installed in a straight stack to mirror the wall tiles. The effect is a neat and orderly cohesion that keeps with the minimalistic theme of this small space.

Find more classicly chic, and stylishly sleek designs in our extensive selection of subway tile. 👉

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2. Make an Unexpected Play With Check Hex

Checkerboard patterns are having a major moment in modern spaces. If you love this classic design but want to level up your game, consider pairing two same-sized hexagon tiles instead of traditional squares. Here, the Bento hex tiles in White and Charcoal hopscotch across the small space, creating a dynamic floor–a definite checkmate!

Explore our curated checkerboard pairings for more effortless plays on the pattern. ♟️👉

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3. Add Character With Antique Floor Tiles

If you want your new tile floor to have a lived-in feel, then choose tiles with distressed details, like the square Antique tiles shown here. Installed in a charming Green and Grey pattern, the tiles’ aged appearance perfectly complements this kitchen’s rustic wooden cabinets and Hackney Jade tile backsplash. We love how the coordinating tile selections make this small space feel cohesive and uncluttered.

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

4. Choose Elegance & Durability With Wood-Look Tile

Like the look of wood but are afraid it won’t hold up to the messes in the kitchen? Durable, water-, scratch- and stain-resistant wood-look tile features authentic wood-grain looks that are easy to clean and won’t trap bacteria. The Manhattan Mercury tile features a contemporary take on traditional parquet floors—and as an added bonus, the large format makes this small space appear more expansive.

5. Keep It Simple & Stylish With Black-and-White Patterns

A black-and-white tile floor allows for pops of color elsewhere in your space, like the antique blue china hutch in this cozy and charming kitchen designed by The Whitley Co. Because the base of this space is the black-and-white patterned Bolshoi Negro tile, the cabinetry and appliances can easily be painted or swapped out to change the aesthetic.

6. Elevate Your Space With Durable Marble Look Tile

Love the look of stone but not the maintenance? Durable, waterproof, scratch- and stain-resistant ceramic and porcelain tile are available in a wide range of designs that mimic the appearance of natural materials.

For this tight kitchen floor, Rashida Banks chose the Aqua Nero Matte porcelain tile. Installed in a herringbone pattern, the large format tile creates a sense of movement and expansiveness that draws the eye across the space, visually widening the footprint.

Explore our wide selection of marble look tile for more designs that deliver on style and durability. 👉

7. Make Your Space Feel Larger With Mosaic Tile

Perhaps counterintuitively, the visual interest created by small tile—like you would find in an intricate mosaic—is just as effective as large format tile for adding the illusion of space. This charming Hex Matte White with Black Flower tile floor is versatile enough to complement a variety of design styles. We love how it looks in this minimalist kitchen with modern farmhouse details, but the simple black-and-white pattern would look equally stunning with a brightly colored wall or sleek blonde wood cabinets.

Find a wealth of beautiful designs in our wide selection of mosaic tile.

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8. Small Kitchen Flooring Ideas

There are so many kitchen flooring options beyond traditional tile! Laminate, engineered hardwood and luxury vinyl offer stylish, affordable and sustainable alternatives to traditional wood. They’re also an excellent choice if you want to extend your kitchen flooring into a dining room or great room, as the natural wood (or stone) look creates a seamless, elegant flow throughout the home.

This contemporary kitchen, designed by Pinch Plate Party, features Arbour Midlands Nutmeg Oak luxury vinyl planks. Waterproof and resistant to stains and scratches, the vinyl planks add elegant and durable appeal both in the kitchen and in the dining room beyond.

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9. Step Up Your Style With a Stunning Star Pattern

The patterned, folk art-inspired floor tile is the star of this cozy kitchen. While the Star handmade-look tile has an antique appearance, the green cabinets and brass range hood keep this space looking fresh and modern. The color choices and finishes chosen by Callaway Home Improvements prove that this tile is versatile enough to complement a range of aesthetics.

From fetching florals to groovy geometric motifs–discover a design to suit your style in our wide selection of patterned tile. 👉

10. Embrace Whimsical Elegance

A cross between your grandma’s living room and Jane Austen’s drawing room, English country cottage style is the coziest delight to cross the Atlantic since Earl Grey. Capturing the mix of whimsy and elegance that defines this charming aesthetic, our exclusive Laura Ashley designer collection brings the iconic British brand’s signature floral motifs and geometric patterns—like the star-patterned Wicker Charcoal floor tile shown here—to durable porcelain tile.

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11. Choose a Neutral Base to Allow for Colorful Accents

Bright and playful, this charming kitchen, designed by At Home With Ashley, features an unassuming Baltimore Beige wood-look tile base. The neutral wood tones—paired with the classic Regent Bianco subway tile backsplash—allow colorful accents to set the mood of the space, with the added benefit of making it easy to refresh the design by simply switching out accessories.

12. Showcase Your Sophistication With a Versailles Pattern

Consisting of squares and rectangular tiles of various sizes, the classic Versailles pattern brings royal elegance to even the smallest format. The Queen Beige Tumbled Small Versailles marble floor tile contributes to the classiness of this exquisite, modern kitchen, designed by Wit and Delight. The regal pattern–named for the French Palace of Versailles where it originated–elevates the space, while the muted palette allows the boldly veined marble backsplash and countertops to stand out.

13. Feature Fashion-Foward Designs

Showcasing celebrity designer Nikki Chu’s signature worldly, eclectic style, this space features three of her standout tiles: Tangier Graphite (back wall), Luxor Winter White (kitchen island) and Fusi Carbon Steel (floor). Richly textured, the Nikki Chu Fusi Carbon Steel floor tile complements the bold black geometric motif in the patterned wall tile, while black grout lines on the white subway-tiled kitchen island add another visual throughline. Maintaining a simple black-and-white palette, this space still manages to express a vibrant, boho chic style.

Discover more expressive, eclectic designs in our exclusive Nikk Chu collection.

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14. Bring in Breezy Coastal Chic Design

Whether you’re East Coast, West Coast or no coast, the effortlessly breezy aesthetic of coastal chic design can transform any house into a beach house. Here, beautifully expressive Bianco Colorato floor tile fills the small footprint with an elevated take on seaside style. The richly veined marble complements the Jeffrey Alan Marks Natural Zen Birchwood Sea Blue tile, whose textured surface adds a distressed, driftwood-inspired look to this cabin-esque kitchen.

If you love this laid-back aesthetic, explore our exclusive Jeffrey Alan Marks collection.

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15. Choose Natural Sustainability With Engineered Hardwood

Featuring a real oak veneer over a cushioning eucalyptus core, engineered hardwood is an affordable, sustainable flooring solution that offers natural beauty for kitchen floors and beyond. Here, Corlee Basking Ridge Oak flooring extends from the culinary space into the dining and great rooms, creating a sense of continuity and authentic appeal throughout the home.

Discover a range of traditional and contemporary looks in our wide selection of engineered hardwood flooring.

MORE TO EXPLORE | Engineered Hardwood Buying Guide

16. Invest in Natural Stone

A small space is the perfect place to invest in natural materials like authentic marble, slate, travertine or limestone tile. Your compact kitchen will feel luxurious when clad in rich, expressive stone. Case in point: this glamorous Annie Selke–designed galley kitchen, featuring Arctic White tile. The lush marble adds creamy tones and an organically serene texture.

Explore some of our favorite exclusive natural stone collections for an elegantly cohesive look throughout your space: Arctic White, Calacata Evora, Siberian Pearl, Firenze and Volakas.

17. Keep it Cool With a Cement Look

Sleek and industrial or classically chic, cement look porcelain tile adds subtle visual texture that complements virtually any style. Here, Dresden White large format floor tile contributes distressed details to the contemporary kitchen. The bright, off-white tones echo the handmade-look detail in Fired Earth Designs Homespun subway wall tile, while the recessed arch moment showcasing Fired Earth Designs Botanical tile adds a standout focal point.

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18. Select Simply Stylish Laminate Flooring

Offering affordable style and easy installation, laminate flooring is a no-hassle solution for your small kitchen. Available in several durable, real-wood looks—including fashionable herringbone patterns like the Historic Oak shown here—this versatile flooring is perfect for a DIY kitchen project.

Explore a wide range of traditional and contemporary designs in our expansive laminate flooring collection.

MORE TO EXPLORE | Laminate Flooring Buying Guide

19. Add Authentic Character

Crafted, painted and glazed by hand, each piece of Zellige tile is truly one of a kind. Available in styles ranging from chic squares to petite subway—these tiles showcase your worldly sensibilities and exquisite taste. Here, Zellige Charcoal Chabon Star Matte and Cross Gloss create a subtle checkered effect, turning even a small space into a standout.

Explore more exceptional designs in our wide selection of Zellige tile.

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20. Create a Chic Checkerboard

Classically inspired and forever in favor, checkerboard tile is a winning choice for any floor. Noir and Silver Mist limestone tiles are installed in a diamond checkerboard pattern across this cozy Timber Trails–designed kitchen. The diagonal lines draw the eye outward, creating a sense of expansiveness. We love how the silver and grey stone tiles complement the grey brick-look subway tile backsplash, though this look would be equally chic in traditional black-and-white squares.

Let’s Create a Space You’ll Love!

Ready to tackle your kitchen reno this year? Discover even more ideas to redo your limited culinary space with Small Kitchen Backsplash Tile Ideas. Or, if you’re looking for some guidance on an upcoming project, set up a free design consultation to get advice from our tile experts.

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

1. Modern Rustic

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

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

2. Pleated Materials

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

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

3. Hand-Painted Motifs

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

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

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

4. Modern Organic

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

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

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

5. Rich, Earth-Toned Neutrals

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

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

6. Berry Hues

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

7. Raised Wood Patterns

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

8. Color and Material Drenching

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

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9. Sustainable Materials

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

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

10. Terracotta Revival

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

11. Handmade Ceramics

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

12. Art Deco Designs

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

13. Grout as a Design Element

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

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14. Unique Shapes

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

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

15. Terrazzo-Look Porcelains

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

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

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

Let’s Create a Space You’ll Love

Ready for a room refresh? Schedule a free design consultation or stop by your local Tile Shop for the materials, tools and expert advice you need to bring your dream space to life.

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

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

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

1. Pair Black Floor Tile With White Walls

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

2. Show Off Your Fashionable Taste

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

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

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

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

4. Go Geometric

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

5. Pair a Pattern With Solid Subway Tile

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

6. Add a Pastoral Scene

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

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

7. Make a Hex-Cellent Pattern

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

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

8. Create Timeless Design

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

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

9. Pair With Wood-Look Tones

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

10. Don’t Forget About Grout

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

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

11. Make a Point With Picket Tile

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

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

12. Add Drama With Marble-Look Tile

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

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

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

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1. Choose Low-Maintenance Porcelain Tile

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

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

2. Make Wiping Away Spills a Breeze With Glass Tile

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

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

3. Minimize Grout Lines With Large Format Tile

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

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

4. Choose Wood-Look Tile for Your Floor

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

5. …Or Luxury Vinyl Planks

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

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

6. Create a Tile Countertop

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

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

7. Extend Your Tile to the Ceiling

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

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Make Your Kitchen Dreams a Reality

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

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