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Like a showstopping necklace on a comparatively functional outfit, creative bathroom tile ideas have the power to elevate and transform one of the most utilitarian spaces in the house. Picture heiress Doris Dukes jaw-dropping Honolulu powder room without its Taj Mahalinspired bathroom tile. Meh, right? Or Marie Antoinettes Versailles checkerboard floor of marble tiles without the checkerboard. Not exactly luxe. Its no wonder that this seemingly innocuous design choice holds the keys to the style castle.Indeed, bathroom tile ideas and trends have veered all over the map during the last several decadeseverywhere from Art Decothemed to fancified subway tile. And though its true that even the simplest white, square tiles can look good in a bathroom, you can upgrade even the teensiest powder rooms with unexpected tile work.Whatever you do, dont be blah. Why pigeonhole yourself? says San Francisco designer Regan Baker. The beauty of tile and its many colors is that it offers a wonderful way to showcase your unique personality Currently trending tiles she sees on the horizon: veined marble and custom ceramic tiles that have a lot of movement, as well as delft tiles adorned with charming vignettes. Adds Roy Marcus, Artistic Tile brand ambassador: The world of design has embraced natural stone in a vibrant palette, with blue, green, rose, even lilac marbles and quartzites.In other words, its time to rev your decor engines. Whether youre looking for inspo to revamp your bath on a budget or planning on a major renovation, weve rounded up 43 of our favorite bathroom tile ideas to spark your new lewk. Here, bathroom tile ideas that may help kick off a full-on cinematic makeover, from white subway tiles paired with colorful grout to richly patterned tiles in unexpected configurations.1. Create calm with warm neutrals and textured clayAndrea DeRosa reimagined a neutral bathroom with creams and tans.Photo: Madeline TolleA neutral bathroom doesnt have to be simple. Instead of stark whites, opt for creams and tans to warm up your powder room, such as in this bathroom by designer Andrea DeRosa, cofounder of Avenue Interior Design in Los Angeles. The handmade clay tile and checkerboard pattern serves as a striking focal point while offsetting some of the more formal materials, such as a Monet marble countertop. The checkerboard was comprised of a series of rectangular shaped tiles so you ended up with a textural look as a result of the additional grout lines, DeRosa says.2. Match grout and paint colorsIntentional contrast between the grout and tiles can create charming bathrooms, as seen in this one by Jacki Ho.Photo: Wing Ho of Canary GreyAnother way to color with grout is through intentional contrast. In this playful bathroom, which was designed for a four-year-old girl, classic square tiles allow the ochre grout lines to stand out. Principal designer Jackie Ho of Ho & Lacy matched the grout and ceiling paint color to create a harmonious palette. Grout color should complement the overall design rather than compete with it, Ho explains.3. Mix patterns from floor to ceilingTiling an entire bathroom might be the way to go.Photo: Blaire GoingFloor-to-ceiling tile in a mix of patterns creates movement and depth in this 1930s home in Orange County, California. Ceramic shower wall tile and porcelain mosaic flooring accented by a thin blue border creates a rich interplay of textures and patterns, says Amanda Sloan, principal designer of Sloan Co. Design, who integrated the homes original character into the updated design. The arched shower alcove nods to traditional design, while the contemporary tile layout modernizes the look, she explains. Brass accents add warmth for an inviting finishing touch.4. Go floralIf opting for a patterned tile, look for something timeless, Paulina Carcach says.Photo: Michele Lee WillsonLooking to add feminine charm to a bathroom? Adorn the shower in floral tile. This room, designed by Paulina Carcach of Paulina Carcach Studio, uses Carrara and White Thassos Marble Mix Mosaic tile in a Daisy Flower pattern with a honed finish. The key is to select timeless patterns and colors that can grow with the space over time, explains Carcach of pairing playful shapes with muted colors.5. Take advantage of less expensive materialsIf its in the budget, consider ways to maximize the tiles in your bathroom.Photo: Lissa GotwalsYour bathroom should feel like an at-home spabut that doesnt mean materials have to come with a high price tag. The dramatic wall tiles were super affordable, which allowed us to extend the tile work beyond the shower enclosure, explains Carrie Moore of Carrie Moore Interior Design. For a bathroom thats bold without being overpowering, she suggests choosing colors that are tonal rather than contrasting.6. Play with shapes and colorDont just think about a tiles color, but shape too.Photo: Manolo LangisA guest bathroom infused with playful design choices is a built-in conversation starter. This blue powder room by Christine Markatos Lowe, interior designer and founder of Christine Markatos Design in Santa Monica, was designed to be fun and feminine for the homeowners mother-in-law. We chose the fan-shaped tile to create an interesting edge detail and mimicked that shape with the shells on the mirror, she says. She then matched the floor tile to the walls to envelop the space with color.7. Take inspiration from Italian styleThis bathroom by Doreen Chambers was inspired by Italian design.Photo: Courtesy of Doreen Chambers InteriorsSmall-scale tiles can make a big impact when used creatively. Consider this floor-to-ceiling mosaic and a Tuscan-style arch that are inspired by Italian design. We chose a selection of greens for a contemporary palette and used a mix of mosaic and terrazzo tiles to provide texture and a layered look to the space, says interior designer Doreen Chambers of Doreen Chambers Inreriors.8. Spell it outA tiled message creates a fun and cheeky detail in any bathroom.Photo: Public 311A text mosaic is bound to give you the most Instagrammable bathroom on the block. To add a fun, playful touch to this guest bathroom, we incorporated a bold fresh detail, bringing personality and charm to the space, says interior designer Katie Labourdette-Martinez of Hearth Homes Interiors. The bathroom is anchored by a neutral color palette, allowing the whimsical font to stand out.9. Create a seamless indoor-outdoor living areaBasing your interior color choices on natural, outdoor ones creates a seamless connection.Photo: Courtesy of Rock House, Grace Bay ResortsBring a luxury resort feeling to your home with an outdoor shower. This bathroom at Rock House in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor living areas by utilizing neutral-toned bathroom tile throughout. Of the decision to use large-format Italian porcelain, Mark Durliat, CEO and principal of Grace Bay Resorts, says, This allows the natural outdoor colors to come through into the bathroom. The limestone statement wall was hand-carved by local artisans to incorporate the surrounding environment into the villa.10. Color-drench the spaceColor-drenching always makes a bold statement. Intensify it in your bathroom with a purposeful grout color.Photo: Jennifer Cole RodriguezCommit to color by covering a smaller bathroom in a vibrant hue. These navy tiles are arranged in a basketweave pattern for added visual interest. To bring warmth to the space, we opted for a terra-cotta grout color instead of the usual gray or whiteits a small detail that makes a big impact on the overall feel of the shower, adds Thea Bloch-Neal, Durham-based founder and lead designer of Curated by Thea.11. Lay hexagon floor tilesMixing and matching floor tiles is always a fashionable option.Photo: Sarah Winchester StudiosDont limit yourself to just one floor tile, says Nicole Hirsch of Nicole Hirsch Interiors. In this small guest bathroom, she mixed a few different patterns from the same collection to add visual interest. If you want to go bold on the floor tile, keep everything else serene and monochromatic, she says. The hexagon shape creates an unexpected focal point, while light blue walls add serenity to this space.12. Get creative with tile placementDesign your own shower mosaic with unique tile placements.Photo: Mike Van TassellBy laying tiles in a unique way, you can create a one-of-a-kind mosaic. Alison Handler of Allison Handler Design used four different colors of zellige tiles to create a stripe pattern in this shower. We went with mint green plumbing fixtures, a custom white oak vanity, and viola marble countertops to really add a fun edge, she adds.13. Create continuityPhoto: Adam PottsThis bathroom in a seaside California home stands out due to its use of continuous materials. The floor tile extends throughout the space, blending the bathroom and the curbless shower, while marine blue tiles wrap around the walls. A clear glass partition separates the shower from the rest of the space, almost going unnoticed because of the unbroken surfaces, says Federico Engel, managing principal at Butler Armsden Architects in San Francisco.14. Go for glassIridescent tile adds immediate drama.Photo: Roger Davies/OTTOMetallic finishes keep a dark bathroom from feeling dull. Just take this space by Janelle Werdesheim, principal designer at a.maison, and KAA Design architects, in which an iridescent glass backsplash adds drama and elegance. Create interest by combining different textures and monochromatic patterns, Werdesheim says.15. Lean into historical influencesIf your home is historic, consider its original color palette.Photo: Colin Conces PhotographyWhen this small bathroom in a 1920s home was expanded into the original dressing closet, Meghan Sodoro Michelic, president and owner of MSM Home in Omaha, Nebraska, wanted to preserve its original charm. We took inspiration from its existing colorsblack, teal, pink, and purplewhich were reflected in elements like the original pink bathtub and toilet, she says. Artaic tiles in glazed porcelain, a material commonly used during the 1920s, were customized to match the original hues, seamlessly blending the old and new.16. Use mirrors to reflect a tile mosaicIf opting for a bold tile, consider its placement so as not to overpower the room.Photo: Lauren Andersen/SEN CreativeYoull never tire of a fun tile that makes you smile. Such is the case in this San Francisco home, with a shower accent wall adorned with Tile Bars Angela Harris Dunmore Sonata polished ceramic wall tile. We deliberately used it in a smaller section, knowing the bold pattern would also reflect in the large mirror above the vanity, says Mary Jones, founder and principal designer of Arpieka Design Studio. Classic Mosa tiles and cement flooring anchor the space.17. Punch up penny tileA rectangular cabinet would have felt out of place, Mckenzie says. His curvy custom design, on the other hand, is the perfect complement to the rounded walls. The curves create a gentleness in the bathroom while using a contemporary architectural language that is informed by the arches, ornament, and details of the heritage house.Photo: Sean FennessyRather than your typical sharp-angled corners, Mckenzie chose rounded edges. We used a standard 90-degree plaster cornice to finish the corners, then wrapped them in round penny tiles, he says. The result is quite fluid and softens the feel of the room. Another benefit? Less wastethere was no need to cut the tiles to fit as you would with regular corners.Photo: Sean FennessyThis bathroom in a 19th century home by Melbourne, Australia-based architect Thomas Mckenziedirector of the firm Winwood Mckenzieis splashed with various shades of pink underfoot for a pop of color, but its the curves that really provide visual interest. We used a standard 90-degree plaster cornice to finish the corners, then wrapped them in round penny tiles, Mckenzie says. The result is quite fluid and softens the feel of the room. Another benefit? Less wastethere was no need to cut the tiles to fit as you would with regular corners.18. Bring on midcentury graphicsIn the pink bathroom, the lighting is by Nuura, the sinks are by Bathco, the tiles are bespoke, and the mirrors were designed by No Prades Studio.Photo: Elton RochaIn the blue bathroom, the geometric tiles were made to measure and contrast with the curved mirror by Kave Home.Photo: Elton RochaVisually bold, the geometric tile-wall bathrooms in this modernist residence by Barcelona designer No Prades are filled with colorblue in one (where a wicker mirror adds texture) and pink in the primary (where No designed two midcentury-inspired mirrors flanking a Nuura wall lamp). Geometric tiles adorn the walls for a dynamic, contemporary, and surprising look.19. Color with groutThe red and green is a killer combination.Photo: Virginie GarnierThe bathroom adds the right dose of quirk.Photo: Virginie GarnierRed and green is a killer color palette combo, as any crimson-hued garden rose will attest. This bathroom, reimagined by Parisian interior designer Cline Poulfort, received a bold transformation via a floor-to-ceiling renovation. The white-tile bathroom walls were spiced up with red grout, which gives it a more playful and graphic character, Poulfort says. Green walls also lend an edge, but unlike with green tiles, if the homeowners tire of the color, it can be easily changed.20. Indulge with black-and-white color paletteThe black Cl tiles cover three fourths of the wall, while the hand-applied plaster above is a nod to the buildings history. The ledge creates a strong line and is a great place to store things, whether its on the vanity or in the shower.Photo: Sean LitchfieldFor a timelessly glamorous color scheme, look to the tuxedo. New York designer Crystal Sinclair had black Cl tiles installed on three fourths of the bathroom wall here. Brass accents on the vanity and walk-in shower and hand-applied plaster walls are a nod to the buildings history.21. Mix modern with classic tile designThe bathroom includes polished Carrara tile and the bold Bert and May Green Alalpardo tile, handcrafted in Spain.Photo: Richard ChiversA glamour shot of the incredible tile work.Photo: Richard ChiversIn a London flat, director of Astrain Studio Architects Irene Astrain added retro pattern play with bold green tiles in a geometric pattern handmade in Spain on the shower wall. To keep the rest of the bathroom tile design minimalist, she opted for mosaic tiles in Carrara marble on the backsplash.22. Theater in the roundAn earthy color palette with modern vibes, a design by Jessica Davis.Photo: Stephen Karlisch"In this Dallas powder room, the curved mosaic-tile wall mimics the Texas sunset in dark rust tones and terra-cotta marble mosaic by Artistic Tile, says Atlanta designer Jessica Davis, of Atelier Davis. Adds Lauren Cherkas, president and chief sales officer of Artistic Tile: This small space goes big by wrapping the walls in bright red patterned marble.23. Accentuate mosaic detailsThis New Ravenna hand-cut glass mosaic design, part of the Heritage Collection, is almost lyrical.If youre one of those people who believe more is more, look no further than the Chinoiserie pattern by New Ravenna: Its a much-need dose of springtime year-round, thanks to its intricate birds and flowers that create the ultimate accent wall. Says New Ravennas creative director, Cean Irminger: We reinterpreted our popular chinoiserie in new jewel colors for a fresh pastel fantasy version of the design.24. Soak in styleFor an unexpected take on checkerboard, consider the fluid black-and-white hand-chopped stone mosaic by New Ravenna, the Heritage Collection.Photo: Courtesy New RavennaPaging Venus goddess types. If youve ever wanted to recreate the baths of ancient Rome in a modern way, consider New Ravennas Palatium, hand-cut stone mosaic tiles. Platinum was inspired by the ancient patterns of Rome, Irminger says. This pattern is a two-color mosaic version to play up the ancient textures and inspiration."25. Embrace beach styleFor a beachy keen tile design, look to irregular shapes, as seen in this Kara Childressenvisioned space.Photo: Julie SoeferIf Hollywood rom-com director Nancy Meyers were reincarnated as a modern bathroom with plentiful natural light and white walls, she might look something like this one by Houston designer Kara Childress. Particularly cinematic in this white bathroom? The focal point floor tiles, which look a bit like a mermaid fin sprung to life. Mirroring the serene beauty of Lake Austin, this primary bath was adorned with a grounding blend of blue and green varieties of the Walker Zanger Arabesco Cielo tile, delicately capturing the exquisite hues of the homes surrounding landscape, Childress says.26. Glamorize with sleek stunnersStreaked in gold, Reve d'Or is a New Ravenna a hand-cut stone mosaic backsplash that can do no wrong.Photo: Courtesy New RavennaEasily transfixed by sunlight glinting off gold jewelry? Honed Calacatta marble wall-tile backsplash by New Ravenna focuses on the reflective color play between matte tumbled stone and the shiny polished aurum, Irminger says.27. Let tile be the star of your bathroom designGorgeous gold-and-brass star mosaics, aptly named Orion and from the Trove collection at New Ravenna, awaken even the sleepiest bath aesthetic.Photo: Courtesy New RavennaPaging all grandmillennials. These New Ravenna tiles are handmade in Virginia and summon serious vintage style on a backsplash or as shower tile. This pattern can easily become the focal point for an elegant bath or a whimsical backdrop for a playful environment, Irminger says.28. Play with pattern-on-patternWhen more is more interestinga grand example of mixing seemingly unrelated Artistic Tile designs into something extraordinary.Photo: Christopher StarkSometimes a simple white bathroom just doesnt cut it in a remodel. For those moments, look to inspo from Kelly Finley of the Oakland firm Joy Street Design. It manages to be minimalist and maximalist at once. The boldly geometric Euclid pattern by Alison Rose is paired with Duomo Calacatta Gold, a dimensional rendition of a classic motif carved from beautiful marble, says Cherkas. By running the tile from floor to ceiling, Kelly brilliantly illustrates that a fully tiled space is the epitome of luxury."29. Stun with subtletyPenny tile on the wall can give your bathroom just the right pop of color, attests Denise Hall Montgomery.Photo: Christopher StarkFor this very narrow powder room, we pushed the side wall into the space beneath the stair to allow space for a small hand sink, says Denise Hall Montgomery of Berkeley, California, firm DHM Architecture. We highlighted the niche with a colorful tile selected from Hudson Penny Round Emerald and added solid-walnut shelf accents. The Dimple wall sconces add a touch of sparkle without sacrificing space."30. Revive historyVintage bathroom tile looks extra special with brass hardware and lighting fixtures.JEAN FRANCOIS JAUSSAUDIn Los Angeles painter Claire Tabourets house, theres no such thing as too much charm. Touches of black provide instant cool factor. Simple square tiles along the bathtub keep the rest of the tile patterns at bay.31. Refresh with the unconventionalA contemporary take on zigzags that take bathroom design from predictable to provocative.Davies RogerWhen people talk about movement in veined tile, they dont often mean movement in the tile pattern itselfbut they should. This is a more modern interpretation of the pink-and-black herringbone pattern, with just enough of a historic touch to feel grounded.32. Style with a themeThese Grecian-themed tiles look at home in Mykonos or in Montauk.DOUGLAS FRIEDMAN PHOTOGRAPHY, LLCWhether or not you live to ride the waves, this vaguely oceanic tile backsplash has the cooling effect of a day by the shore (especially paired with handwoven natural-fiber lighting and nautical vanity mirrors).33. Checkmate on chicEmbrace a full-on checkerboard for an eclectic bathroom design.STEPHEN JOHNSONNothing against black-and-white tiles, but sometimes a green-tile checkerboard is the way to goespecially if youre going to run it up to the ceiling for an enveloping feel. Insider tip: A mirrored wall effectively doubles your lightand your tile investment.34. Lay a tile rugDesigner Benjamin Johnston uses tile as an accessory.Photo: Claudia Casbarian for Julie SoeferWho needs a rug in the bathroom? Using various types of tile to create a graphic carpet underfootwhether its made of porcelain or hexagon tilecan get the job done, no laundry required. This look works best when the solid material surrounding the insert area is repeated inside the mosaic pattern, as it lends continuity to the flooring, says its Houston designer, Benjamin Johnston. Here, the white marble outside of the pattern is used again inside the mosaic, creating a perfect match. This is an excellent way to give your bathroom a bit of personality without the (sometimes) overwhelming effects of an entirely patterned floor.35. Explore wabi-sabiA touch of wabi-sabi can give a minimalist bathroom just enough panache, as seen in this design by Johnston.Photo: Julie SoeferMade in Japan, this porcelain tile from Ann Sacks evokes the classic characteristics of wabi-sabi aesthetics: asymmetry, roughness, and simplicity, Johnston says. Perfectly imperfect, the tiles lend a sense of age, warmth, and Zen design to this pool bathroom.36. Follow natural linesHerringbone and narrow lines in matching neutral tones create a multidimensional effect in this Johnston designed bathroom.Photo: Julie SoeferWhen it comes to home decor, no postage-stamp floor plan is too small for a spalike bathroom feel. Mixing tile patterns can be tricky, but using materials with nearly identical tones gives a cohesive look to this powder bath, Johnson says. We selected a herringbone floor pattern that would seamlessly transition into this gorgeous Puccini tile by DuraTile, and the end result feels natural because the coloration of each complements the next.37. Go bold with floor tileFlower power indeed. Courtnay Tartt Elias employs graphic floor tile and matches the sage tones to paint the vanity, which brings the entire space together.Photo: Julie SoeferHouston designer Courtnay Tartt Elias of Creative Tonic Design employs showstopping tile in bathrooms for good reason: Tile is inherently better at withstanding damp conditions as compared to its counterparts, wallpaper and paint! She used this bold tile to make the smaller bathroom feel larger. Without a sharp line breaking up the wall and floor, the tile can make a more powerful impact, and everything feels more open.38. Consider plaidA new take on check? Plaid bathroom tile, a design choice by Kristin Dittmar.Photo: Brooke CasillasSinking into a deep soaking tub for a much-needed soak feels even more comforting when surrounded by tartan floor tile, designed by Aspens Kristin Dittmar. I love plaid, and whats better than a mosaic plaid in the bathroom?39. Accent-wall backsplashAnother take on the classic black-and-white motif: Think like the design firm Maison Amarande and install bicolor hexagons.Photo: Francisco NogueiraWhen Maison Amarandes Lisbon-based client asked for a wow effect upon entering their house, the firm provided in the form of this guest bathroom that eschews bathroom trends for something truly original. This is the powder room back wall on the ground floor closed with a glass door, says design director Laurence Beysecker. We love this graphic black-and-white pattern produced with those handcrafted waxed cement tiles.40. Soften with sweet floralsDainty floral mosaic breaks up the monotony of subway tile, as seen in this JAM design.Photo: Gieves AndersonFor this bathroom, it was important to have a period-appropriate tile that would fit within the context of the house, says Megan Prime, principal of Brooklyn-based architecture and interiors firm JAM of the unglazed porcelain tile mosaic, which was also used during the time the house was built in 1907. The classic subway tile was selected for the walls to be practical and sanitary, similar to how the tile was used originally in Victorian times.41. Create a jewel boxThe delicate black trim accentuates the patterned tile along the wall and the floor of this Heidi Caillier creation.Photo: Haris KenjarCall thisusing one particular tile pattern on floors and wallsa tile version of a hug. The use of one tile on both floors and walls feels modern but enveloping, designer Heidi Caillier says.42. Dream of dark, moody tileThe indigo color palette looks almost like a textile in this Callier-designed space.Photo: Haris KenjarCallier selected an inky blue tile from Deferranti to make this bathroom feel immersive. Ornate brass sconces awaken the moody backsplash, while the neutral marble and wood vanity counter keeps the space from looking too stark or unapproachable.43. Outline natural stoneJohnston adds visual interest to a neutral facade.Photo: Claudia Casbarian for Julie SoeferIn this powder room, a stone vessel sink and blackened ceruse wood vanity serve as a striking counterpoint to the light, bright feel of the space, Johnston says. Simple yet stunning stone tiles are elevated through the addition of metal shadow reglets that create horizontal accent lines across the wall.44. Swap white subway tile for greenDesigner Avery Cox mixes up tile materials and patterns for an unexpected take on marble and subway tile use.Photo: Lindsay BrownTheres something about floor to ceiling subway tiles in a verdant hue that feels a bit like strolling a misty woodland. Thats the experience in this bathroom by Houston designer Avery Cox, which gets a dose of pep from the bathroom floor tile.45. Seek pastels in marblePunctuate with a rich pastel paint, then play it up with marble tile that complements the hue, as seen in this Mary Pattondesigned hideaway.Photo: Molly CulverWhen scrolling for tile design ideas, prettiness may steal your heartas it did with this dreamy bathroom by Houston designer Mary Patton. A delicate ceiling fixture and flouncy Roman shades on the windows help offset the clean lines of the rectangular tiles. I chose something graphic and punchy to cut the saccharine lavender," she says.46. Draw up the detailArt Deco doesnt have to be predictable, as seen in this backsplash that gives the genre a nod to nature.Photo: Roger DaviesDesigner Andrea Schumacherauthor of the new book Vibrant Interiors (Gibbs Smith)installed a surprise in this primary suite. The walls of this en suite bathroom may look like wallpaper, but theyre actually brass and marble tiles!47. Give chevron a chanceA chevron motif doesnt have to be kitschy, proves designer Anne Hulcher Tollett.Photo: Anne Hulcher TollettRichmond designer Anne Hulcher Tollett of Hanover Avenue had a tall order for this space: This Austin bathroom needed to be pulled together on a shoestring budget while still looking chic enough for high-end renters coming in for events like Formula 1, ACL, and SXSW, she says of the room, where almost every element was salvaged or installed DIY. The wall tile is inexpensive and found just south of the border, but we designed it to be installed in this large oversized chevron pattern to give it visual interest. The floor tiles are actual pennies, which were installed and shellacked by the owner. A big bang for the buck!48. Indulge in geometryGeometric lines create a soothing effect in this Young Huh gem of a bathroom.Photo: John BesslerIt took a very long time to dry lay this pattern, says New York designer Young Huh of this carefully pulled-together bathroom. I adore mosaics and patterns. Our minds naturally enjoy mathematical patterns. It gives us a kind of pleasure and also security because the patterns repeat and always work.49. Elevate with high-gloss tileInterior designer Anelle Gandelman uses long, glossy tiles to subdue the bold wallpaper.Photo: Brittany AmbridgeDark moody subway tile in a classic herringbone pattern works as an accent wall, says Anelle Gandelman of A List Interiors in New York. It provides a place for the eye to rest from the dramatic wallpaper used in the rest of the room. Somehow both the tile wall and the wallpaper feel more special as a result.50. Simplify with graysDesigner Krista Nye Nicholas introduces curvy mosaics to bring interest without overpowering the rest of the bathroom design.Photo: Brie WilliamsIf youre yearning for simpler times in your bathroom, look to this space by Ann Arbor, Michigan, firm Cloth & Kind for peaceful inspiration. Our client wanted a soothing palette in their primary bath but was eager to add some interest, so we chose a beautiful patterned tile from Artistic Tile to lend texture to the space, says designer Krista Nye Nicholas.51. Marvel with variegated zellige tileInterior designer Kele Dobrinski kept the bathroom from skewing too dark with large-scale tiles on the wall and natural wood accents on the vanity and the room divider.Photo: Courtesy Colossus Mfg.Floor-to-ceiling green zellige tile make for a striking accent wall in this zen en suite. We doubled down on green tile by tiling the top of a repurposed vintage dresser and turning it into a one of a kind vanity, says Kele Dobrinski of Sacramentos Colossus Mfg.52. Transfix with tileTo let the tile shine, designer Kevie Murphy simplified the rest of the room with a sleek white soaking tub and a glass shower door.Photo: Adam MacchiaPaired with an ethereal chandelier, this intricately patterned wall tile in a bathroom by New Yorkbased Kevie Murphy of K.A. Murphy Interiors is as poetic as it comes. For this primary bathroom we wanted to do something less conventional than the expected all-white marble palette, so we incorporated purple tones with a lilac marble water-jetted mosaic from Artistic Tile, Murphy says.53. Balance Baroque with bold touchesEven maximalist bathrooms can look balanced with the right touches, as seen in this Robin Gannondesigned beauty.Photo: Dan CutronaImagine a screen siren of yore emerging from the tub in this jaw-dropping bathroom designed by Lexington, Massachusetts, designer Robin Gannon. We spend a lot of time in our bathrooms, why should they not be adventurous! Gannon says. The walls and floor are a glossy mosaic glass tile with movement, layered with colors from black to greens for added depth and interest.54. Subtle eleganceThis primary bathroom, designed by Glenna Stone, looks as if it has always been there, thanks to the blend of complementary marble tones.Photo: Paul S. BartholomewCreate your own pattern. Mixing various shapes, sizes and types of Calacatta marble in similar tones allowed us to create a customized design that our clients could appreciate and enjoy, while further promoting a soothing and clean environment built for relaxation, says Philadelphia designer Glenna Stone.55. Live largeMake your bathroom a piece of art, as designer Doniphan Moore does.Photo: Douglas FriedmanIntentionally or unintentionally, Dallas designer Doniphan Moore may have summoned a hint of Dutch artist M.C. Escher in this jaw-dropping bathroom. "I have always loved the tumbling-block motif, Moore says. It allows the eye to move and the room to unfold."56. Go greenGlossy green tile pops against a tropical wallpaper motif selected by Hattie Sparks Interiors.Photo: Laura SteffanHead-turning design is almost required by law in New Orleans, home to designer Hattie Collins of Hattie Sparks Interiors. No wonder this bathroom she designed is a showstopper. The shower space was small, and we knew we wanted a deep color and high shine to make the space pop, Collins says. The ivy green glass subway tile makes the shower feel calming and luxurious, especially when paired with brass hardware and a more subtle, beautiful marble floor.57. Find comfort in classic tile designA weave-like tile pattern selected by designer J.P. Horton makes this shower anything but boring, yet it still retains a regal quality.Photo: Julia LynnIntricately installed marble tiles create a trellis pattern to give this guest bathroom a wow factor, says Charlottesville, Virginiabased designer J.P. Horton. Underfoot, faux marble porcelain tiles were installed on the bias to dress up otherwise simple square floor tiles.58. Stack tilesStacked white tiles make a splash in this Hema Persad-designed space.Photo: Irida MeteThe full-size skylight was a way to transform the shower from a dark cavern into a light-filled experience. We also included details like no curb and a linear drain so as to not interrupt sight lines and keep the whole aesthetic very clean, calming, and zen, says Hema Persad, principal and founder of Sagrada Studio in LA.59. Glam it up
