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Architecture & Interiors, Colour Trends, Design, Design Trends, Trends

What fashion weeks tell us about the next interior design trends

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

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14 Festive Christmas Tiles

I was hoping to gather a range of fun and festive tiles to match the bunch I collected for Halloween but it seems that Christmas time isn’t as tile-heavy as I thought. However, there are two companies keeping the holiday spirit alive – Petra Palumbo and Motawi Tileworks – so instead we’ll just enjoy their Christmassy offerings! 1) Christmas Tree and Festive Wreath Petra Palumbo … Continue reading 14 Festive Christmas Tiles

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Architecture & Interiors, Design

Don’t make these five tile mistakes

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

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Cyberspace Curiosities XXIII

Grab yourself a bunch of flowers, a koi pond, or a stack of washing machines with this latest set of Cyberspace Curiosities! 1) Bell’s Tulips Pairing bunches of tulips with handfuls of foliage, this decorative design by Cressida Bell for Villa Lagoon Tile makes marvellous use of the fishscale shape to create an adorable garden for the wall. The four colour ways provide dramatically diverse … Continue reading Cyberspace Curiosities XXIII

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Five De Stijl Style Tiles

Today our tile theme is super niche. After searching through years of content and trawling countless company portfolios, we’ve finally collected enough tiles for a De Stijl compilation. 1) Coonley Playhouse Inspired by the architectural details in the Avery Coonley Playhouse designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, these unique art tiles by Motawi Tileworks feature a perfect snapshot of De Stijl style. 2) Kente This playful … Continue reading Five De Stijl Style Tiles

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Rippling tiles frame Houston’s culinary garden

With a mission to ‘enrich life through discovery, education, and the conservation of plants and the natural environment’, a small group of Houstonians came together to form a living museum. That living museum, better known as the Houston Botanic Garden is made up of 132 acres of varied ecosystems. From wetlands to woodlands, and prairies to pine groves, these distinctive spaces create opportunities for education … Continue reading Rippling tiles frame Houston’s culinary garden

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Mini multimedia tile mimics in Munich

Making mini multimedia jewels, Munich-based artist Jiye Yun offers architecture for your clothes. Working with metal, leather, resin, porcelain, wood, and acrylic, Jiye Yun creates strikingly unusual brooches, necklaces, and earrings. Imitating swimming pools, tiled seating, walls, houses, and more, these tiny wearable artworks mimic tile and brick surfaces whilst playing with perspective and forming unexpected decor. Jiye Yun’s creations include large, chunky necklaces with … Continue reading Mini multimedia tile mimics in Munich

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Design & Technology, Motifs & Materials, Sustainable Design

Five materials we want to see turned into tile

Throughout out many years of tile addiction we’ve come across countless unique materials from biobricks, to sunflowers, to potatoes, to salt, but there are some materials that haven’t quite made it to the tile world yet that could definitely have some legs if they did. 1) Phee board Currently used as an eco-friendly packaging and as a protective case for phones, PHEE-board utilises the sea … Continue reading Five materials we want to see turned into tile

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Art and Artists, Design, Public Art, Street Art, Weird & Wonderful

Poetic Vandalism from the Polish Paintress

Participating in ‘Poetic Vandalism’, the Polish Paintress Joanna Koziej, artistically known as Malarka, is spreading tiled treasures across the world. Creating one off pieces, large scale multi-tile installations, and sneaky additions to public spaces, Malarka and her artworks join our list of favourite finds. With a style that radiates an ethereal aura, staggered brush strokes, interrupted lines, and energetic waves transfer beauty from brush to … Continue reading Poetic Vandalism from the Polish Paintress

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Colours to avoid for 2026

The internet has spoken and it said that if you use these colours in 2026 you’re behind the times. Obviously you can do what you like, we’re just here to keep track of what’s in and out. And here’s what’s out: Stark White The unforgiving sharpness of bright white often comes across a little clinical and lacking in personality, even when paired with warmer, more … Continue reading Colours to avoid for 2026

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Five Micro Styles for 2026

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

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Fine Folklore Forms

Myths and folklore inform the magical tiles of multidisciplinary artist Edith Morris. Made in Cornwall exclusively for The Shop Floor Project, each of the 22 designs feature creatures, scenes, and woodland plants that tell stories passed down through generations. In one, a pair of Knockers (cave dwelling, 2ft tall gnome-like creatures from Cornish folklore) stand, dressed in minors clothing. In another poses Krampus, a half-goat, … Continue reading Fine Folklore Forms

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Architecture & Interiors, Design

Switching on Porcelain

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

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Lofa Ceramics

Last, but by no means least, the final addition to our month of companies and creatives – Lofa Ceramics. Making small batch, high fired ceramics to order in Guadalajara, Mexico, Lofa Ceramics offers sculptural pieces rich with character, texture, and style. Striking glaze effects and uniquely curated colour schemes decorate the 3D shapes and unusual forms with charming imperfections, varied tones, and matt/gloss details giving … Continue reading Lofa Ceramics

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Laura Bird

With funky patterns and muted carnival tones, the ceramics of London-based illustrator and artist Laura Bird offer whimsy, function, and a 90s flair. A colourful tesserae-effect design features across her collection, on vases, plates, and candlesticks, serving as a playful backdrop and contrasting against checkers, stripes, and starbursts for a curated maximal style. 3D relief noses and boobs serve as a fun signature along with … Continue reading Laura Bird

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The Happy Collectiv

Our last week of companies and creatives begins with The Happy Collectiv (THC), a place designed by founder Satya Shekar to be a joyful, intentional, grounded studio where objects that ooze happiness can be collected and created. Cast forms, paper mache, and ceramics make up THC’s artistic offerings, made slowly and lovingly for homely details filled with soul. Varying in style and subject, her hand-painted … Continue reading The Happy Collectiv

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Genesis Belanger

Part canvas, part dolls house, the incredible creations of Genesis Belanger take tableaux of every day life and gently twist them into strange compositions formed from a variety of materials. Unique mosaics that burst from their seams, comforting scenes of daily life crafted from porcelain, and curious sculptures with a playdoh soul fill Belanger’s portfolio, with each piece more captivating than the next. Feast your … Continue reading Genesis Belanger

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Charlotte Moore

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

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Gretchen Kramp

Working with clay for over 20 years, Michigan-based Gretchen Kramp creates three dimensional handmade tiles decorated with cosy creatures and home comforts. Each gently irregular piece measures between the tiny 2 x 2″ and more stately 8 x 8″, with diverse subjects, themes, and styles for a variety of tastes. Toast, cereal, and fried eggs serve up scenes for breakfast lovers whilst Mothman, Mermaids, and … Continue reading Gretchen Kramp

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Tim Christensen

Etched in clay, the lino-like creations from Maine-based Tim Christensen tell stories in porcelain. In timeless black and white, captivating details decorate every inch of plates, cups, sculptures, and tiles. Intricately carved birds, charming sea creatures, dainty flowers, and unexpected alien invasions fill Christensen’s wildly beautiful portfolio as elegant motifs fill empty space with artful layers and dreamy energy. Using different firing techniques – gas, … Continue reading Tim Christensen

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