For our last trends piece looking towards 2026 we’re sticking to our niche. It’s tile time! 1) Florals Getting cutesy with motifs, the next year is set to be full of floral tiles. Hand painted beauties, striking mosaics, and pops of flower power are heading to homes in 2026. 2) Plaid There will be no escape from plaid for the next 12 months. Whether it’s … Continue reading Trending tiles for 2026
We’ve covered the colours, patterns, and kitchens coming in 2026, but the bathroom has its own thing going on. These are the trends to watch. 1) Vintage tiles Paired with playful colours, unique layouts, and contemporary fixtures and finesse, vintage tiles strike the perfect balance between timeless design and personalised style, making them a perfect choice for 2026. 2) Spa-like It’s the trend that keeps … Continue reading Bathroom trends for 2026
Stripes, checks, geometrics, and more have had their moment in the sun. But what patterns are set to be big for 2026? 1) Plaid Adding a twist on the recent love for checkerboard, 90s plaid is having a moment. Enjoy the look on feature floors, statement walls, stylised island units, fireplaces, and headboards for a vintage look that is stylish but playful. 2) Vintage Everyone … Continue reading Pattern trends for 2026
Although fashion and interiors seem to exist in very different bubbles, it’s social behaviour, the economic climate, and pop culture that drives trends. This means that whether you’re buying a new coat or upgrading your sofa, your choice will be a snapshot in time, guided by the pressures and tastes of that exact moment. It also means that we can look to the various fashion … Continue reading What fashion weeks tell us about the next interior design trends
We’re always singing the praises of tiles. They make every space better, they offer so much personality to design, and they’re fun to include. But not every tile is made for every interior. So imagine – you’re picking tiles for your home and you don’t want to make a decision you’ll regret in a few weeks, months, or years? Here are some tile mistakes and … Continue reading Don’t make these five tile mistakes
It’s the time of year where trend forecasts begin so I thought I’d create my own set of micro styles based on some of the many fabulous interiors I’ve collected from instagram and beyond. Maybe they’ll be big in 2026! Bubblegum Filled with light pastel shades of baby pink and powder blue as well as whimsical patterns, gentle curves, and unexpected textural accents, Bubblegum is … Continue reading Five Micro Styles for 2026
So you saw the amazing plug plates in September and have been waiting eagerly each week for something similar to come along? Fear not, today that something similar has arrived. From the chic and stylish homeware suppliers Dyke & Dean we bring you porcelain light switches! Designed and made by Czech company Katy Paty (founded by Katarína Rothová and Patrik Pokorný), this distinctive series of … Continue reading Switching on Porcelain
Earlier this year we featured the striking tiled exterior of Café Tengo in St Austell, Cornwall. Created by Matter of Stuff, Teamwork Italy, and Studio HOTmess this 3D facade was made to honour the local area, utilising traditional techniques whilst adding greenery and contemporary intrigue to the town. One half of the HOTmess duo is our creative of choice today. Charlotte Moore, raised in Cornwall’s Tamar Valley, builds … Continue reading Charlotte Moore
Where do you put a collection of salons, bars, and guesthouses specifically selected for their delightful use of tile? Right here, in today’s post! 1) Naumi Studio Wellington in Wellington, Australia Steeped in rich pigments, Art Deco accents, and intriguing material combinations, this boutique hotel holds 116 rooms, and a range of hosting spaces artfully curated by Material Creative with a moody, maximal ambience. For … Continue reading Five interiors immersed in tile
Encouraged by the seemingly endless popularity of our last light blue bathroom get the look post (from almost three years ago!), I’ve decided to add another to help inspire the masses! So here are five more light blue bathrooms and the tiles you need to get the look. 1) Powder Blue Pattern Create a sweeping statement that flows from floor to shower with a perfect … Continue reading Get the look: Light Blue Bathrooms II
It’s not AI, it’s just some wonderfully weird tiled flooring for Koibird. Self-styled “multidisciplinary collective” design studio Uchronia went full cosmic disco for the colourful revamp of this boutique London store. The lively lavender facade welcomes customers to an out of this world shopping experience, complete with bursts of lime green, baby pink, and vivid violet that float up through the walls, across shelving and … Continue reading Cosmic Koibird
Clay-loving Kengo Kuma creates a captivating curiosity to contain an art museum showcasing the ceramic culture in China’s ceramic capital. The UCCA Clay Museum, located in Yixing in the southern Jiangsu province, was inspired by the nearby Shushan Mountain and designed to resemble a towering pile of pottery, paying homage to the location’s history of purple clay pottery production. Arched gaps integrate the unusual building with its … Continue reading Clad in clay
It’s time for another Tile Addict classic – tiled restaurants. Adding drama, design, and a whole new dimension to dining, tiled restaurants will forever be favourite finds of ours, and here are five more making waves. 1) Kioku in London, UK Mixing wood, stone, and zellige, Studio Pirajean Lees makes reference to the travels of Kioku’s head chef. Natural beauty sits front and centre with honey toned … Continue reading Five tactically tiled restaurants
Accidentally making it a habit to post a collection like this every few years, it appears the time has come to share five more wonderful cafés full of tremendous tiles. For previous tiled café round-ups click here or here. 1. Blue Bottle Coffee in Shanghai, China Designed by Keiji Ashizawa Design, Blue Bottle Coffee’s interior is given depth and drama with a dark and moody … Continue reading Five more tantalisingly tiled cafes
Crossing the bridge from Manhattan to Brooklyn, a fresh shiny sight meets you. A pair of towers designed by Selldorf Architects now stand proud against the shoreline. Made in collaboration with Two Trees Management Company, the towers at One Domino Square are a new 700,000sq ft mixed-use complex, comprising over 500 stylish apartments, shared leisure facilities, and co-working spaces made to interact with the park … Continue reading Dazzling Domino Square
A joyful pastel scheme runs through this London home, flowing across the hallway, bathroom, and kitchen, and bursting through to the exterior of a fresh extension designed by Office S&M. Inspired by train stations and swimming pools, three dimensional baby pink tiles decorate the facade, creating a bubbly contrast against the pale bricks and minty green window and door frames. The tiles were made by … Continue reading The Pastel House
It has been four whole years since we last listed some of the world’s most wonderfully tiled restaurant interiors so it’s high time we shared some more! 1. Lina Stores in South Kensington, UK Retro chic with the flair of a traditional Roman/Milanese espresso bar, Lina Stores in South Kensington brings a taste of Italy to London. Designers North End Design added a black and … Continue reading Five tastefully tiled restaurants
Granted an honourable mention in the very first APE Grupo Architecture Awards, “Maison Les Marquises” is seamless in its transitions from ceramic to wood, forming a harmony that reflects the building’s position within the surrounding landscape. The cabin, located in the mountainous Faucon-de-Barcelonnette region in the southern French Alps, is surrounded by pine. Peeking through the trees, the prefab wooden panels gently interrupt the wild … Continue reading Maison Les Marquises
Based in West Cornwall and with a penchant for finesse and detail, Stratum Designss is taking woodworking to another level. Although not strictly tile, their flooring designs and wall art definitely fit a lot of the tiling ethos adequately enough to be considered a member of the Tile Addict family. Founded in 2022 by friends Dan and Ravi, Stratum Designs was born through a mutual … Continue reading The Seams of Stratum Designs
Bathrooms are the best place to experiment with colour, pattern, and wacky design. Choices that would overpower a living space you spend a lot of time in can instead become a fun surprise for a fleeting trip to the toilet, adding joy to your everyday and a space to let your creativity run free. For a bit of inspo, here are some fabulous wallpaper/tile combos … Continue reading Five phenomenal wallpaper/tile combos
