Patterns with large-scale shapes. Separate tiles work together here, meeting...
Inspired by stacked stone. This look is a more uniform and contemporary...
Sculptural patterns. These patterns on wall tiles play with light and shadow...
Tiles with different levels and textures. Famed designer Philippe Starck...
Here is said Starck joint: The glossy part and the lower rough part are...
Seriously sculptural. The Archconcept Collection by Apavisa takes 3-D...
Hieroglyphic style. This tile and the one below are both from Egypt. They...
Subtle patterns. Subtler patterns work well in a more minimalist room,...
... just form an interesting border or stripe. Shown: Ascot
Small-scale 3-D tiles. Tiny tiles are in on the pattern game too; here...
Fabric-inspired textures. Patterns like damask are also appearing in relief...
Other tiles are taking on a rough linen or burlap look. Shown: Sant'Agostino...
Tiles are also integrating intricate borders, emblems and other ornaments. Shown:...
Here is a closer look at these detailed border pieces in a shade of golden...
Bronze Greek key details break up this tile wall. Shown: Ascot
Small beads in wavy patterns draw the eye here. Ornamental pieces like...
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