1. Change Your Tile’s Direction to Create Distinction

This space, designed by Principle Design & Remodeling, features the Bulevard Snow subway tile installed in a herringbone pattern behind the stove and a brick-lay pattern under the cabinets. Placing the herringbone design in the center creates a sense of movement, and helps provide visual separation between meal prep and cooking, making it feel like you have more room for both. Shop subway tile for a wealth of styles to achieve this design.

2. Infuse Your Space With Bright-Hued Blue

Make your small space stand out with a vibrant color, like the bold blue of the Zellige Azul gloss tile. The rich hue will complement a range of cabinet colors, from white to wood to a buttery yellow. If you love this stunning shade, explore our full collection of blue tile.

3. Design a Serene Nature-Inspired Space

Bring the expansive, mood-boosting feel of the outdoors to your space with nature-inspired colors, shapes and materials. We love how this bright and cheery kitchen pairs the Glass Tea Green tile with a blonde wood range hood for natural appeal. Learn how to create serene spaces in every room of your home with this guide to biophilic design.

4. Create a Marble Focal Point Above Your Stove

A small stove backsplash is the perfect place to invest in a beautiful marble mosaic. This backsplash, designed by C2 Interiors, features the Victoria Grey Lattice tile. The diagonal lines and pointed shapes of the mosaic add a lovely sense of movement, making it pleasing to look at as you tend to your burners.

5. Show Off Your Artistic Side With a Tiled Picture Frame

A tiled picture frame is created by “framing” a patterned or mosaic tile with trim. This technique can be elaborate, with multiple layered trim profiles, or feature a simple single pencil or Somerset trim. Here, the stove backsplash features the floral-patterned Genius tile framed by the Black High Pencil Liner. A single layer of black trim makes this picturesque patterned tile the focal point.

6. Add Texture With 3D Tile

A textured or 3D tile adds a tactile element to walls, giving your small space more dimension. This style is perfect for a sink or stove backsplash, where the exposed space allows light to cast shifting shadows on the raised pattern, creating a dynamic appeal.

7. Dazzle with Jewel Tones

Give your small backsplash the star treatment with a dazzling jeweled tone, like splendid sapphire or rich ruby. This lustrous kitchen features the Costa Emerald Mix mosaic tile. We love how its brilliant green tones pop against the sky-blue cabinets. If you’re envious of this vivid hue, shop our wide assortment of green tile.

8. Keep it Simple–And Chic!–With White Subway Tile

White subway tile is a design staple with a long tradition in kitchens, where it was first adopted by the Victorians as a symbol of cleanliness. Over a century later, this style still feels contemporary thanks to its versatile design. This sleek space, designed by Restor Homes and featuring the Bianco Puro tile in an offset vertical layout, offers a modern take on a classic look. Discover more design possibilities in this guide to subway tile layouts.

9. Achieve a Stylish Slab Look

Love the look of a marble slab backsplash? Achieve a similarly elegant effect with affordable, easy-to-maintain marble-look porcelain or ceramic tile. Available in a range of on-trend styles, the large-format version of these tiles (categorized as any tile with a side longer than 15″ and available in sizes up to 48″ x 48″) requires fewer grout lines, making small spaces feel more expansive and cohesive.

10. Add Charm With English Cottage Patterns

Backsplash designs for small kitchens don’t have to be unassuming. The Laura Ashley Wexbord Fresh Green tile brings the quaint, romantic sensibility of English cottage style to this cozy backsplash. If this whimsical design style is your cup of tea, shop our exclusive Laura Ashley collection.

11. Outline Your Design With Trim

This charming kitchen is proof that tile doesn’t need to extend far to make an impact. By cutting the Annie Selke Artisanal White Lace tile off before it reaches the shelves, Maya Drozdz makes this small space feel less crowded. The design is accentuated with the Black High Pencil Liner, which creates a neat border around the tiled backsplash.

12. Stretch Your Budget: Tile Your Backsplash For Under $200

Even if your budget is as small as your space, you can afford a stylish refresh with our expansive selection of tiles under $7. This backsplash, designed by Timber Trails, features Regent Bianco ceramic subway tile. At just $5.39/sq. ft., you can tile a 20- to 30-sq.-ft. backsplash for under $200.

13. Create a Modern Farmhouse Moment

Modern farmhouse design favors open shelving, which can make your kitchen feel more spacious. This backsplash, designed by I SPY DIY, features the Riad White tile beneath an open wooden shelf. The purposeful variations in color and surface texture in this handmade-look tile add an artisanal touch, complementing the refined rustic decor.

14. Embrace Simplicity with Japandi Style

The exquisite minimalism of Japandi design creates a feeling of intentionality in a small space. In this backsplash, designed by Yellow Brick Home, the long, skinny tiles comprising the Home Kit-Kat Milk mosaic provide a sense of harmonious symmetry. Learn more about this organic and calming design style in our Japandi tile guide.

15. Mix Materials for a Sophisticated Design

Incorporating a variety of materials is a simple yet sophisticated way to add interest to your backsplash, as seen in this contemporary kitchen featuring the Palermo Noir Stone Hex tile. The combination of slate and brass in the hexagon-shaped tile gives the space a dynamic sense of movement and rich visual texture.

16. Make Your Backsplash Feel Boutique With Zellige Tile

The authentic, craftsman appeal of handmade Zellige tile makes any space unique. Available in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors, every piece of this traditional Moroccan tile is crafted using ancient techniques that create natural variations from piece to piece.

17. Evoke a Historical Sensibility with Victorian-inspired Tile

Even if your kitchen doesn’t hail from the last century, you can still embrace your love for antiques with historic-inspired tiles. These ceramic Victoria tiles–available in Blanc (shown) and Gris Fonce, a dark oxide copper shade–feature raised patterns reminiscent of 19th-century-era tin tiles, while the weathered appearance mimics the look of worn paint.

18. Create a Unique Layout

Make your small space a standout with a custom layout. This boho chic kitchen, designed by I SPY DIY, features the Aurea Bronze tile in alternating horizontal and vertical stacks. Though simple, this backsplash commands attention, in part due to the contrasting grout color, which helps highlight the distinct design. Discover more worldly and eclectic tile ideas in our guide to boho chic style.

19. Marvel with a Versatile Basketweave Mosaic

The Sampson Mosaic tile features an elegant, intricate basketweave pattern that suits a variety of styles, from transitional to mid-century modern to modern farmhouse. This marble tile is stunning paired with white cabinets and gold fixtures, but it would look just as intriguing beneath wood cabinetry.

20. Add Beauty With an Ornate Pattern

An ornate patterned tile brings a lot of charm to a small space. This kitchen, designed by Simony Silva, features the elegant Cheverny Blanc tile. We love how the taupe and blue design complements the warm, neutral cabinetry.

21. Make Waves

Because it’s a small space, the backsplash is the perfect place to accentuate your decor with an unexpected design element, like a uniquely shaped tile. In this kitchen, the Wave Blue Reef tile introduces soft, pillowy lines for wave-like movement.

22. Add Drama With a Contrasting Grout

When you don’t have a lot of space to work with, every element becomes especially significant. A dark tile with light grout (or vice versa) highlights the layout and shape of your design. White grout paired with the Noir Honed Amalfi tiles creates a sense of drama in this Timber Trails-designed kitchen.

23. Create a Contemporary Look With Classic Herringbone Tile

A herringbone layout is a classic design that looks at home in contemporary spaces. In this chic kitchen, the Herringbone Gloss White tile complements the geometric patterns on the window covering while maintaining an elegant simplicity. If you love this dynamic design, shop our wide assortment of herringbone tile.

24. Make a Point With Picket Tile

Reminiscent of a classic picket fence, this elongated hexagon-shaped tile is on point! With its mix of straight and diagonal lines, picket tile creates a sense of movement and natural flow in your space. Here, Picket Florencia Super Bianco is installed using white grout for a subtle design, but you could enhance the shapes’ appearance by using contrasting grout.

Updating your space is easier than you think! Shop our wide assortment of kitchen backsplash tiles to find your perfect style, and check out our guide on how to tile your backsplash yourself for DIY inspiration. Need more assistance? Visit your local Tile Shop showroom, where you’ll find the tile, tools and expert advice you need to get started.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size backsplash tile is best for a small kitchen?

Virtually any size tile will work well for a small kitchen backsplash. If you want a cohesive look that makes your space appear more expansive, use a large-format tile, while a small mosaic tile adds movement and interest.

What is the best color backsplash for a timeless kitchen?

A crisp white backsplash will adapt as your style evolves. White subway tile is a classic look that can be easily updated with colored accents or by painting your cabinets and shelves.

Should the backsplash be lighter or darker than the countertop?

Your backsplash color depends on your personal style. If you tend toward the bold, contrasting your tile and cabinet colors adds a sense of drama. A backsplash that picks up some of the tones of your cabinets–-like a gold-flecked backsplash with gold fixtures on your cabinets -–will look cohesive while adding interest. Contrasting trim or grout will add definition to matching backsplash, countertops and cabinets.

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1. Create a Unique Subway Layout

A custom subway tile layout takes center stage in this boho chic kitchen, designed by I SPY DIY. The Aura Bronze tile is installed in an alternating vertical and horizontal stack, adding a sense of movement and individuality to the space. Discover how to incorporate this worldly and eclectic style in your space with our guide to boho chic design.

2. Add Brightness With a Glossy Beige

A glossy finish reflects light, creating a brighter space for kitchen prep. The warm beige tones of the handmade-look Tribeca Oatmeal tile provide a soft, neutral base for the kitchen, making the backsplash appear almost white when the light hits it. Shop our wide range of beige tiles to recreate this serene look.

3. Reflect Your Personality With a Glass Tile

Glass tile features a naturally reflective surface, so even a dark color will add brightness to your prep area. This stunning kitchen, designed by @eleven11tileanddesign, features the Glass Burlap Amalfi tile. The warm brown tile and white grout lines create an inverse effect of the golden-veined white marble countertops, resulting in a rich and cohesive design.

4. Make Waves With a Unique Shape

Unique shapes offer a wealth of design possibilities that go beyond typical straight edges. Here, the Wave Old Cream tile creates a pillowy effect on this backsplash, adding playful movement and a softer edge. Shop our wide assortment of uniquely shaped tile for more interesting profiles.

5. Choose a Charming Pattern

Warm neutrals are paired with an elegant pattern in the Bolshoi Taupe tile. The white, star-shaped design elevates the space, providing a focal point that complements a wide range of cabinet colors. Discover more delicate and eclectic designs when you shop patterned tile.

6. Add Texture With an Architectural Tile

Characterized by uneven surfaces, rough-edged architectural tile adds both visual and tactile texture to your space. Available in a wide range of materials, from wood to natural stone–like the Copper Rust Random Rectified Slate tile shown here–these authentic details bring a rustic feel to the room.

7. Add Elegance With a Diamond Shape

The charming silhouette of the Legno Wheaton tile draws the eye up this kitchen wall. The white chevron pieces outlining the brown diamond-shaped tiles add a sense of movement. Shop our vast selection of diamond-shaped tile for an on-point design for your space.

8. Create Old-World Vibes With an Encaustic Tile

Encaustic tiles are decorative cement tiles with a history in classical design. The pattern is inlaid into the tile, so it will remain even as the tiles age. This kitchen, designed by Georgia Pepperberry, showcases the Lira Negro Encaustic tile. The brown, black and white tile perfectly complements the white cabinets and wood-and-black range hood.

9. Choose Travertine for a Natural Look

A type limestone formed in mineral springs, travertine tile boasts rich color variation, with shades from black to silver. The Volcano Brushed Amalfi tile shown here, with its mix of chocolatey browns, beiges and greys, demonstrates the colorful range of this natural stone. Shop our wide selection of travertine tile to find the shade that fits your style.

10. Embrace Authenticity With Zellige Tile

Crafted, painted and glazed by hand, each Zellige tile is authentically unique. The Zellige Alabaster Gloss tile features varied tones that range from beige to pink to grey, creating a perfectly imperfect backsplash. If you love this handcrafted look, shop our full line of Zellige tile.

Updating your space is easier than you think! Shop our wide assortment of kitchen backsplash tiles to find your perfect style, and check out our guide on how to tile your backsplash yourself. Need more assistance? Visit your local Tile Shop showroom, where you’ll find the tile, tools and expert advice you need to get started.

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1. Brilliant Black and White

The quintessential checkerboard pairing, black and white is a high-contrast design that will create an air of classic drama. This bathroom vanity, designed by Timber Trails, features Hampton Carrara and Black Marquina marble for an elevated and elegant space.

2. Handcrafted Harmony

Authentic Zellige tile is used in this charming checkerboard fireplace, designed by @DaryaKaras. The squares of the Alabaster Gloss and White Gloss tiles feature slight variations in color, size and finish, creating a truly unique design.

3. Beautiful Blue and White

This room, designed by I SPY DIY, has us singing the praises of blue. The shower wall features the Marrakesh Blue and Off White tiles for a gorgeous and unexpected checkerboard moment. We love how the texture variations in the handmade-look tile create soft movement along this space.

4. Sophisticated Stone

Alternating white marble and beige travertine tiles give this stylish checkerboard an air of sophistication. The border of Bucak Light Walnut mosaic tile works to create definition and a refined edge.

5. Charming Cross and Star

Evoking traditional Moroccan design, star- and cross-shaped tiles creates extra interest when colors are mixed. Here the Kasbah Cross Terracotta is paired with the Kasbah Star Bone tile for a striking orange and white design. Get a similar look in black and white with the handmade Zellige Charcoal Chabone Cross and Zellige White Chabone Star tiles.

6. Stunning Silver and Black

Our Silver Mist and Noir limestone tiles make a powerful pair in this beautiful mudroom floor. The key to this design is the alignment of the veining on the stone tile, the Silver Mist tiles are intentionally installed so that the veining is all flowing the same direction at the diagonal. Discover more about Timber Trail’s home design on this home tour.

7. Antique Appeal

Patterns in different colors offer another great checkerboard design. This gorgeous floor uses Inlay Proper by Kelli Fontana in Florence Lace and Eden Ode. The beige and white tones of these tiles shifts as the sun passes through the room for a stunningly romantic space. Shop our exclusive Kelli Fontana collection for more bold and whimsical styles.

8. Plaid Power

Switch up your checkerboard by including a third color. This monochromatic laundry room, designed by The Divine Living Space, features black, grey and white encaustic tiles for a gingham-inspired twist on classic black and white.

9. Stunning Beige

Legno limestone and Volakas honed marble are paired in this elegant entryway designed by Timber Trails. We love how creams, beiges and whites all mix together for a serene neutral space.

Shop our wide assortment of square tile to create your own checkerboard pattern. Ready to tackle your reno? It’s easier than ever to make your design dreams a reality with our free design services. Or, explore even more tile layouts in real spaces on our Customer Room Gallery and Instagram!

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1. Invigorate Your Senses With Beige Wood-Look Tile

Surrounding yourself with organic elements, like the wood-look and fluted texture of the Nidus Decor Mix tile, can offer the same mood boost you experience from being in nature. For more ideas on how to infuse your space with the pleasure of the outdoors, check out our guide to “biophilic design.”

2. Embrace Perfectly Imperfect Zellige Tile

Every tile in our Zellige collection is crafted, painted, and glazed by hand, ensuring one-of-a-kind character. This process results in subtle differences in tone, as evident in this gorgeous bathroom featuring the Zellige Alabaster Gloss tile. These tiles range in color from white to pink to beige, creating a unique space full of soft movement.

3. Create a Warm Space with Limestone

If you love natural stone and warm neutrals, you’re in luck! Marble, travertine and limestone are available in beautiful shades of beige. The Legno limestone tile used in this gorgeous bathroom features light, creamy tones with lots of soft veining for movement. This room maintains a simple color palette of beige, pink and white, creating a lush and serene space.

4. Use “Griege” For a Mix of Warm & Cool Tones

Grey-toned beige, or greige, combines both warm and cool neutrals for a space that is at once energizing and relaxing. Here the warm and cool tones are dramatically expressed in the Invisible Grey marble-look tile shower wall, but the griege Nord Ris Hex floor tile grounds this space in a solid neutral.

5. Layer Marble for a Rich, Luxurious Look

Elevate your tile design by layering stone shapes and trim. This luxurious shower features several tiles form our Queen Beige marble collection. The layering of the Barnes tile with the Dark Steel Somerset provides a stylish frame to the band of the Arabesque tile. The natural variation in color, in combination with the multiple shapes and sizes used throughout this design, create a rich and expressive space.

6. Modern Beige Bathroom Ideas

The bold, globally inspired pattern of the Nikki Chu Zulu Pumice tile brings a funky modern flair to this lovely beige space. This tile can be installed in a variety of ways for a truly unique design. We love how the lines of the arches are complemented by the strands of the rope chandelier.

7. Add an Air of Refined “Quiet Luxury”

This exquisite bathroom by Nikki Chu demonstrates how to achieve one of the most popular new design styles–quiet luxury. The light beige and brown veining in the marble-look backsplash and floor tile create a softness to this space, which is continued in the subtle texture of the handmade-look white subway tile. Discover more ways to incorporate this sophisticated minimalistic style in this comprehensive guide.

8. Try Taupe for Slightly Darker Tone

The Savannah Antique marble-look tile, used in this shower designed by Russo Residential, features bold grey and taupe veining on a crisp white background. The splendid color, slightly darker than traditional beige, creates a space that awakens the senses while still maintaining harmony.

9. Create Visual Texture with Handmade-Look Tiles

The purposeful small variations in color, tone and shape of handmade-look tile will add interest to your space. Take this bathroom with the beautiful Coco Canvas Glossy tile accent wall. The color shifts from tile to tile (and even within the tiles themselves) providing rich visual texture, while the soft beige tones maintain a tranquil space.

10. Show Your Stripes

Stripes of beige travertine and white marble gives this chic shower, designed by Timber Trails, a vibrant, yet calming feel. The soft veining in the Legno travertine tile cuts through the tile horizontally, adding a pleasant sense of movement. The sand-colored stripes are unique take on the “coastal chic” style, which you can read more about here.

11. Incorporate a Whimsical Pattern

The Laura Ashley Wicker Dove Grey tile’s beige background highlights the charming star pattern, which is based on textile prints from the iconic British brand. The whimsical pattern, paired with the blend of contemporary and traditional styles sink vanity and accessories, achieves a pleasing “transitional style” bathroom.

12. Beige Bathroom Floor Tile Ideas

Beige Claros Silver travertine provides the base to this luxurious wet room designed by Kelli Fontana Vogelgesang of West Bay Homes. The warm tones in this expressive natural stone provide contrast to the Atlanta White marble-look wall tile. The mix of warm and cool neutrals creates a sophisticated color palette that at once rejuvenates and soothes the senses.

Ready to create the stunning and serene space of your dreams? Shop our wide selection of beige tile to find your unique style, or discover many more bathroom tile ideas to inspire your next project.

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1. Make a Statement With a Globally Inspired Design

Graphic, bold and beautiful–this tribal-inspired tile from celebrity designer Nikki Chu is both contemporary and timeless. The choice to extend the floor tile into the wall backsplash, coupled with the simple gold, white and black fixtures, makes this space feel elegantly modern. Shop our exclusive new and exclusive Nikki Chu collection for more global-chic designs.

2. Start Off Strong: Black Bathroom Floor Ideas

Like a stylish suit jacket, a black bathroom floor provides a neutral layer to which you can add color and pattern to showcase your style. This beautiful boho bathroom designed by I SPY DIY uses the Cross Black tile with dots of the Cross Snow White tile to add some lightness to the floor. The black with white floor is a subtle but elegant complement to the rich handmade-look Marrakesh in Blue and Off White wall tile.

3. Create Contrast With Grout

The high contrast between light and dark gives this backsplash dimension, while highlighting the distinctly shaped picket tile. Together with the pink shelves and retro pedestal sink, this black tile-white grout combo makes for a fun and funky washroom.

4. Get Your Space in Shape: Black Hexagon Tile

The hexagon is a classic tile shape with enduring appeal, and this white with black polka-dot hex floor shows how to put a modern spin on a retro look. The Imperial Gloss Hex tiles in Pewter and Ivory are installed in a custom pattern for a chic and unique design. The black-and-white theme is carried throughout the space, making this bathroom easy to update as trends and personal aesthetics change.

5. Embrace Zellige Tile’s “Quiet Luxury”

Authentic Zellige tile is crafted, painted and glazed by hand, creating perfectly imperfect tiles that are distinct piece to piece. This gorgeous bathroom features the Zellige Charcoal Chabone tile in Cross Gloss and Star Matte for a traditional Moroccan pattern. In embracing ancient traditions and designs, this space keeps with modern values of sustainability and authenticity, for a look of “quiet luxury.” Shop our full assortment of Zellige tiles, for more wonderfully one-of-a-kind tile designs.

6. Create a Black and Gold Masterpiece

This transitional bathroom beautifully mixes the elegance of traditional pieces with contemporary accents. The Effect Dark AC tile features a delicate lace-inspired raised gold pattern on a matte black background and is paired with the Imperial Black Matte REL tile for a sleek design. There are many surface textures and designs at play in this visually rich space, but the simple black, white and gold color palette maintains cohesion.

7. Infuse Your Space with Sleek & Chic “Industrial Style”

One of our favorite trending design styles, “industrial design” uses dark, sleek materials to create modern warehouse-style spaces. This ultra-cool bathroom, designed by Kelli Fontana Vogelgesang of West Bay Homes, pairs a dark-grey cement-look tile in the main bathroom space with the Livingstone Nero black marble-look tile in the shower. The effect is a deceptively simple space rich in visual texture.

8. Go Bold (or Basic) with Black-and-White Patterns

A simple black-and-white tile design can provide the base for a host of styles from basic to bold. This posh bathroom, designed by Construction 2 Style, pairs a playful dark floral wallpaper with the Marble Star porcelain floor tile. The elegant marble-look tile’s understated geometric pattern adds interest without clashing with the vivid statement wall.

9. Go Natural with “Biophilic Design”

Leaves of deep forest green pop against a black background on this dramatic patterned tile. The rich tones of the Arwen tile create a lush nature-inspired tableau that is as relaxing as it is rejuvenating. For more ideas on how to incorporate serotonin-inducing “biophilic design” into your space, read this comprehensive guide.

10. Win the Space With a Whimsical Pattern

A playful pattern in elegant black and white creates a design of elevated whimsy in this charming bathroom. The Laura Ashley Louise Star Charcoal Hex tile is based on textile designs from the iconic British Laura Ashley brand. We love how the sleek silver-framed hexagon-shaped mirror continues the tile’s form. This tile’s simple pattern and classic shape lends itself to many styles and color pairings. Shop our exclusive Laura Ashley collection for more whimsical patterns.

11. Express Your Personality with Handmade-Look Tile

The smooth, glossy finish on this black handmade-look backsplash creates a reflective surface, adding brightness to what could be a dark space. Perfect for a bathroom with lots of natural light, the Tribeca Basalt tile features surface and color variation that will infuse your space with visual texture. If you like this perfectly imperfect look, shop our full assortment of handmade-look tile.

12. Return to Retro with a Funky Floral Design

This bathroom designed by Tydy Spaces is everything we love about retro glamour. The black-and-mint-green color scheme is complemented by the Hex Matte White with Black Flower tile floor. The simply cute flower design adds a hint of whimsy to this vintage space.

Ready to go dark on your bathroom design? Shop our wide selection of black tile to find everything from handmade-look to rich and expressive natural stone. Or explore bathroom designs in a range of hues on our bathroom tile ideas page.

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1. Marble-Look Tiles

If you love the look of marble, but not the maintenance, durable, water-proof and easy-to-clean marble-look porcelain tiles are your friend. Available in a variety of looks that mimic real marble (and even in colorful veining that can’t be found in nature, like the Marradi Calacatta Emerald and the Splendor Oceania), these tiles will infuse your bathroom with luxury. This bathroom, designed by Construction 2 Style, incorporates both the large-format Lincoln White Polished tile and the mosaic-look Marble Star tile.

2. Primary Bathroom Walk-In Shower Ideas

If you have the space, a walk-in shower can add comfort to your primary bathroom and set you up for an aging-in-place home. The added grout lines between the 2″ Claros Silver Hex floor tiles in this bathroom, designed by Exell, create traction, while the large-format Atlanta White wall tiles make this space feel more expansive.

3. Penny Round Stripes

This fun and funky bathroom designed by Ocotillo House & Home uses penny-round tile to create unexpected diagonal stripes. We love how this bathroom embraces simple geometric shapes from the circle mirror to the off-set square handles on the vanity. The effect of the primary color (plus black-and-white) color scheme and basic shapes create a deceptively simple design.

4. Architectural Accent Wall

Architectural elements like exposed brick or stone can add great visual texture to your space, but if your home doesn’t include those features, you can add your own with architectural tile. The flagstaff tile used in this bathroom designed by Smitten Design & Interiors creates a stunning accent wall that adds an extra dimension to this space.

5. Biophilic Bathtub Backsplash

Characterized by it’s nature-inspired prints, shapes and colors, “biophilic design” is about creating wellness-focused, serotonin-inducing spaces that bring the outdoors in. With the branch-shaped light fixture, floral-motif window and botanical-patterned Amazonia Emerald tile, this bathroom designed by The Lazy Lavender creates a lush retreat that embodies everything we love about this on-trend style.

6. Posh Polkadots

Who says polkadots can’t be chic? One look at this stunning bathroom designed by Beginning in the Middle proves that whimsy and elegance can go hand and hand. They used the Firenze Carrara Hex and the Black Marquina Hex tiles to create a custom design that is fun and stylish.

7. Primary Bathroom Shower Ideas

Tile provides endless possibilities for personalizing even a small shower. Create a picture frame or focal point using a favorite mosaic or patterned tile like the runner of the Trois Bandes diamond-shaped pattern shown here. And don’t forget about finishings! Trim and thresholds will give your shower a polished, designed look.

8. Custom Patterns

For this modern colonial bathroom, the husband and wife team behind Chris Loves Julia needed a tile to match the unique space. The black-and-white cross-patterned tile floor is created using hexagon tile in a custom design. We love how the Hampton Carrara Hex marble tile pops against the Hex Matte Black porcelain tile. Make sure to read more about how they created this custom design.

9. Textile-Inspired Backsplash

The raised, woven design of the Annie Selke Crosshatch Soft Pink creates a softness to this chic bathroom designed by Refine Studios. The subtle design on the tile gives this backsplash great visual texture that complements the black metal mirror frames and candleholder sconces. If you love this textile-inspired look, shop our exclusive Annie Selke collection.

10. Cool Blues

The color of the sea and sky, blue is a new neutral that despite its musical reputation, can brighten your mood. This brilliant blue accent wall uses the Cool Blue handmade-look tile, which features variations in color tone and a glossy surface for a tile that shines. It this is your hue, shop our full assortment of blue tile.

11. Wood-Look Floor Tile

Real wood is prone to water damage and can trap bacteria–not the most suitable material for a bathroom–but wood-look porcelain or luxury vinyl tile (like the Cyrus Plus Akadia tile shown here) will give the appearance of real wood without the headache.

12. Picture Frame

Highlight a favorite mosaic or patterned tile in a picture frame. Using layered trim, you can create a decorative focal point in your bathroom or shower that will add a highly designed elegance to your space. This is also a great way to incorporate a loved tile that might be overwhelming in the entire space or add visual texture with an intricate mosaic like the Firenze Calcatta Hex tile shown here.

13. Coastal Chic

Embrace a breezy beach lifestyle with a charming coastal-inspired pattern like the Summerland by Jeffery Alan Marks in Miramar shown here. This faded linen pattern is everything we love about a sun-kissed summer day. The woven light fixtures and soft grey subway tile add to the relaxed ambiance of this primary bathroom.

14. Geometric Patterns

This stunning bathroom designed by Kate Pearce Vintage goes bold with a geometric patterned tile. The rust orange and charcoal shapes of the Artisan Tiare tile give this space an air of both orderliness and fun. The white walls and ceiling allow this pattern to be the star and the simple brown, white and red accessories blend into the color scheme, making the greenery to stand out.

15. Quiet Luxury

“Quiet luxury,” a trend focused on sustainability, authenticity and personalization embodies all the qualities you need to create a relaxing and revitalizing space. This bathroom designed by Nikki Chu incorporates the understated opulence of quiet luxury with the luxe Macchia Vecchia marble-look wall tile paired with the real marble Calcata Evora floor tile.

16. Large-Format Herringbone

The large-format rectangular marble tile is used to create the oversized herringbone pattern in this elegant bathroom designed by Timber Trails. The soft grey veining in the Volakas marble tile and the diagonal layout of the tile create a gentle sense of movement that is at once calming and stimulating.

17. Checkerboard for the Win

Black and white and fabulous all over, this bathroom embraces the whimsical elegance of a classic checkerboard pattern. The black and white squares made from the Hampton Carrara and the Black Marquina marble tiles elevate this pattern and tie into the ultra-chic Casablanca Mosaic tub backsplash.

18. Cool Industrial Style

You don’t need to live in a downtown loft to utilize contemporary industrial style. This cool bathroom designed by Kelli Fontana Vogelgesang at West Bay Homes uses the Softcement Graphite porcelain cement-look tile to create a sleek and chic loft-look space. We love how she incorporated the plant and nature print for an organic softness that contrasts with the dark tile.

19. Marble Mosaic Backsplash

This lush leaf-shaped marble mosaic makes for a gorgeous backsplash in this modern primary bathroom designed by Alison Victoria for her Chicago home. The Elia Polished by Alison Victoria features light grey veining for an elegant sense of movement. This tile is versatile enough to complement a variety of design styles, but we like how it pairs with the gold sconces and faucets.

20. Add a Shower Niche

Don’t spend all your money creating your ideal bathroom just to hang a shower caddy over your faucet. Decorative and functional, a shower niche is a stylish way to store your soaps and shampoos. Use this space to showcase a favorite mosaic or patterned tile and frame it with trim to add extra appeal.

21. Graphic and Chic Patterns

You will be the primary user of your primary bathroom, so don’t be afraid to showcase your personal style. The Nikki Chu Zulu Graphite bold tile features Nikki’s signature graphic designs for a fun and funky space that oozes personality.

22. Colored Brick-Look Tiles

The Brick x Brick by Alison Victoria in Petal tile is everything we love about exposed brick, handmade look and subway tile. This incredibly chic bathroom features beautiful color and surface texture variation for the authentic look of brick in a soft pink hue.

23. Authentic Zellige Tile

Zellige tile is handcrafted according to ancient techniques by artisans in Morocco, ensuring that each piece will be a unique connection to historic craftsmanship. We can’t think of anything more luxurious and personalized! Available in several stunning colors, use this tile to create a space that’s as tasteful as it is timeless.

24. Relaxed Boho Style

Embrace an easy, worldly style with the stylishly eclectic boho style. Kelli Fontana Vogelgesang of West Bay Homes shows how to use this style effectively in this chic and charming primary bathroom. The Annie Selke Ikat Black tile floor incorporates an Indonesian textile design which, along with the intricately carved wooden mirror frames, creates a space that feels as if it’s been styled with findings from world travels.

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1. Modern Bathroom Floor Tile Ideas

Checkerboards are a modern design win! But we’re thinking beyond black and white for a floor that uses natural stone to create the classic style. This bathroom designed by Timber Trails features the Bucak Light Walnut travertine tile and the Arctic White marble tile to create a chic and unique floor.

2. Dark Industrial Look

This bathroom designed by West Bay Homes is a chic take on modern industrial design. The Softcement Graphite cement-look porcelain floor and wall tile give this bathroom a cool, contemporary feel, while the black marble-look shower tile provides an extra sense of drama. The plant and the nature print on the wall add some softness to the space.

3. All-Over Marble Tile

Personalization is key to luxury. If your space fills you with joy and a sense of well-being, then it will feel luxurious to you (and ultimately, that’s all that matters). For this lavish bathroom, designer Nikki Chu chose to go all out with Ashford Carrara. This marble collection includes everything from large-format tiles to mosaics and trims, making it possible to create a highly designed and cohesive space.

4. Blush Bricks

The Brick x Brick by Alison Victoria Petal is as chic as it is pretty. The pink is light enough to be neutral while lending a gentle feminine hue to this elegant bathroom. The brick-look tile gives this space the charm of a city loft but with an extra air of refinement.

5. Sleek & Chic Marble Look

The luxury of marble is combined with the durability and easy maintenance of porcelain tile for a sustainable and elegant design. Shades of deep blue and grey create a dramatic contrast to the winter white background of the Alvarado matte tile. Man-made porcelain and ceramic marble-look tiles can feature colors not found in nature, but with the realistic look of marble veining, they create a striking modern design.

6. Brilliant Blues

The color of the sky and sea, blue can brighten your mood like no other hue. The emphasis on wellness in modern design is about choosing colors and materials that connect with the natural world for a serotonin boost to get you through the day. Check out 12 of Our Best Blue Bathroom Tile Designs and shop our full selection of blue tile for more ideas on how to incorporate this brilliant hue in your design.

7. Authentic Handmade Zellige

Handcrafted using centuries-old techniques, no two perfectly imperfect Zellige tiles will ever be alike. The beauty of this tile lies in its uneven surfaces and natural color variation. What makes this ancient tile modern is the authenticity that will infuse your space with one-of-a-kind luxury.

8. Fluted Wood-Look Tile

Wood-look tiles connect you to nature and increase feelings of wellness. With their added shading and texture, fluted wood-look tiles will create a space with lots of visual interest that will nonetheless relax your mind. We love how this ceramic tile captures the essence of an outdoor retreat.

9. Vintage-Made-Modern Hexagon

Trends are cyclical, meaning colors and styles that were in vogue in the twentieth century are making a resurgence. Vintage hexagon tiles are starting to appear in modern designs like this chic white and gold bathroom designed by Alison Victoria. Notice how the subtle veining in the marble hexagons adds a sense of movement to the floor.

10. Soft Wavy Edges

Curved edges will add softness to your tile design. Popsicle, scalloped and penny rounds are all excellent choices for creating a gentle edge, but we love the ultra-modern Wave tiles (shown here in Old Cream). The tiles can be installed in a variety of ways for a personalized design that’s sure to make a splash!

11. Modern Bathroom Shower Tile Ideas

Make a statement in your shower with a modern mosaic or patterned tile. The Mondrian Mosaic tile, inspired by the abstract art of the Dutch painter Piet Mondrian, mixes marble and travertine for a space that’s full of beauty and movement. The effect is sleek and modern, creating a focal point in the shower.

12. Good-Vibe Greens

Like blue, green is associated with the outdoors. Infuse the serotonin-inducing hue into your bathroom design for a modern style that focuses on wellness and the natural world. This chic bathroom designed by Kelli Fontana Vogelgesang features the Sawyer Emerald picket tile, complemented by the mint green bathroom walls for a lush and inviting look. For more wellness- and outdoor-focused ideas, check out our guide to “biophilic design.”

13. Picket Tile

A twist on the classic subway, picket tile is a modern trend with a lot of staying power. The neat, orderly lines and the characteristic pointed edge give this tile a chic and unique look that’s compatible with a multitude of styles. We love how the Lanse Matte Black Picket is installed diagonally and paired with modern fixtures for a look that’s at once elegant and edgy.

14. Cool and Contemporary Limestone

Authentically unique natural stone embodies everything we love about modern style. This limestone shower is bright and clean and contemporary while still feeling classic. The subtle veining in the stone creates a sense of movement to this space, while the shower niches add functionality and design.

15. Unique Subway Patterns

Rethink your subway tile design for an ultra-modern, personalized look. Mix up your vertical and horizontal layout for an unexpected design that will add interest to your walls. This blocked vertical and horizontal stack design is a contemporary and fun way to showcase subway tile.

Ready to give your bathroom a modern facelift? Schedule a free design consultation or visit a store near you to get started. For more inspiration, check out these bathroom tile ideas.

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Keep scrolling for a closer look at the inspiring spaces in this elegantly chic home!

Living Room

The fireplace is the focal point of this bright and open living room. The Noir Honed limestone tile with its subtle silver veining creates a stunning harth with lots of visual texture. The dark fireplace against the white wall creates a solid base, which is balanced by the large abstract painting above.

Kitchen

In a house dubbed Chef’s Delight, you know the kitchen is going to be the star. Of course, the delight of this house is that it boasts not one but two kitchens with gorgeous tile choices in both. The primary kitchen features the Antique Mirror Bevel Glass tile above the stove. This reflective tile adds depth and shine to the room and complements the linear forms of the hood.

Scullery Kitchen

This second kitchen, or scullery kitchen, features more brilliant design choices. The Noir Honed tile (which we saw earlier on the fireplace) is paired with the Silver Mist honed limestone tile for a sophisticated checkerboard pattern. As Julie explained in the video, the linear veining on this tile creates a pattern within a pattern, but the Silver Mist tile is installed in alternating diagonals to maintain a sense of order and flow.

The Brick x Brick by Alison Victoria Powder blends blue and grey tones for an elegant backsplash that complements both the dark grey walls and grey and black floor tiles. Though the obvious choice for this backsplash might have been to use the same limestone tile as the floor, we’re glad Julie took a risk on this unexpected tile choice. The blue-grey elongated subway tile creates a beautiful transition between the white cabinets and granite countertops.

Bar

This gorgeous bar area is perfect for entertaining. The Look Avio handmade-look tile features variations in its blue-green coloring for a natural sense of movement. While handmade tiles often feature uneven edges, these handmade-look tiles have more uniformity, allowing for the neat straight lines accentuated by the white grout. The result is a highly designed look that creates order without being overly homogeneous.

Primary Bathroom

Nothing is more luxurious than marble, and this primary bathroom uses the Firenze Carrara to optimal effect, creating a clean, classic space. The herringbone pattern adds interest in the floor while maintaining the elegance of the room and the marble’s grey veining pairs nicely with the wooden cabinets and intricate, antique rug.

The Firenze Carrara tile extends to the shower walls, creating a lush, luxurious and rejuvenating space.

Laundry Room

Don’t you long to linger between loads in this lovely and inviting laundry room? The floral motif of the Elaizig Hex tile adds sophisticated whimsy to this room. We love how the bee prints above the sink tie in both thematically and aesthetically with the floral-inspired patterned tile.

Jack and Jill Bathroom

The custom tile design created with the Black and White Quarter Round tile is an unexpected moment that adds character to this charming Jack and Jill bathroom. The simple color palette gives this room depth while allowing the floor tile to claim the focal point of the space.

Kids’ Bathroom

The Imperial Black Matte Rhombus tile used in this charming kids’ bathroom proves that you can have fun in black and white. The shape is simple, yet playful–perfect for children–but can easily age as kids grow. With the right accessories, this room is suitable for young kids all the way up to teenagers and young adults.

That concludes our tour of the elegantly chic Chef’s Delight. We hope you loved Julie’s design choices as much as we did! If you’re feeling inspired to renovate your own space, be sure to schedule a free design consultation or visit one of our stores. Our helpful tile experts are ready to answer all of your questions, and help you visualize your space!

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1. Floor-to-Ceiling Fireplace Tile

No mantle? No problem. Make your fireplace a statement piece by centering your fireplace in floor-to-ceiling tile for a beautiful accent wall. This contemporary and elegant design technique works with virtually any tile, but we love how it looks here with the Vinica Mugla White architectural tile.

2. Warm and Welcoming Travertine

Want a fireplace that would look at home in a hunting lodge? Natural stone like travertine gives your fireplace a rustic, earthy vibe. The Claros Silver Split Face tile creates an inviting focal point for this room with its natural grey, beige and white tones.

3. Weathered Wood Look

This fireplace is a modern take on a rustic seaside cabin. We love how the faded details in the Colonial Wood White Brillo Rev add movement and color to this fireplace wall. If you like the look of natural wood but are anxious about installing it around an open flame, explore our wide selection of wood-look tiles.

4. Stately Patterns

Maybe rustic isn’t your aesthetic. A beautifully patterned tile fireplace harkens back to historical drawing rooms. Update this style with modern print for a look that’s both contemporary and classic. We love how the Laura Ashley Mr Jones Midnight shown here makes for an elegant focal point, and ties into the simple blue and gold accessories.

5. Sculptural Tile

Want a fireplace that really stands out? Sculptural or 3D tile will transform your fireplace into a work of three-dimensional art. If you love the extra dimension the Cube Gold AC tile brings to the room, explore our wide selection of 3D tile.

6. Brick Tile

Achieve the classic fireplace look with real brick tiles. These tiles are thin enough that you can install them on your fireplace surround and floor without them jutting out into the room. We love how these tiles make this fireplace designed by Timber Trails feel both modern and timeless. With Christmas around the corner this fireplace is the ideal place to hang a stocking.

7. Black Marble Look

Want a contemporary look that sets the tone for the whole room? Create drama around your fireplace with black marble or marble-look tiles. The fine white veining of the Marmi Classico Nero Venato porcelain tile creates a striking contrast and adds to its moody allure.

8. Architectural Look

Imagine curling up in front of this stunning stone fireplace. Architectural-look tile creates the feel of a cabin in the woods, even if you are in the middle of the city. We love how the California Gold tile fireplace makes a statement even without a mantle, but this tile would look equally impressive as a more traditional fireplace surround.

9. Cool Stone

This black limestone tile creates a sleek fireplace moment that’s sure to impress. The natural shade variation and veining present in stone tile will transform your space with understated beauty. We love how the Noir Honed limestone tile creates movement and texture on this fireplace wall.

10. Stacked Subway

This fireplace is a chic modern twist on a classic. The vertical-stacked subway tile creates the illusion of height and the neat lines provide a sense of order. We love how the cool bluish-grey Morris & Co. Hawkdale Pure Cloud subway tile complements the patterned Net Cloud on the hearth.

We hope these cozy fireplace room ideas have sparked some inspiration. Ready to tackle your next project? Check out our full selection of fireplace tiles, or find even more inspiration on our fireplace tile design ideas page.

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