Tiles & Mosaics Start your next bathroom project on the right foot. See inspiring bathrooms featuring porcelain, ceramic and mosaic tiles. Share Tweet Help Facebook Tweet Help Bathroom Making a splash Want to bring colour and life into your shower enclosure? This Mexican-vibe bathroom turns a corner on vibrancy with a shower niche backed in Mexican mosaic tiles Small scale, big impact So your powder room is small and the interior is on show from the hall – here, tiny Penny Round Mother of Pearl Mosaics, from Artedomus, feature in the basin recess, adding interest to the modest-sized space Lighter than air Pale green textured subway tiles laid vertically to the rear and a green glass half screen to the front combine to evoke a lighter than air feel in this inviting shower stall Along similar lines A reeded glass shower screen plays off the Vintage White Mosaic Finger Tiles, from Independent Ceramics, comprising the feature wall on the opposite side of this airy bathroom Expansive approach This bathroom features mosaic finger tiles used throughout, chosen for their aesthetics and in part to create the illusion of a larger room – by drawing the eye to every inch of space Colourful connection This bathroom celebrates the vibrancy of Mexico – a splashback comprising colourful hand made Mexican wall tiles connects with the equally colour-rich Mexican vanity basin Showered in pennies Urban Penny mosaics, from Odin Tiles, feature on both a ledge shower wall and shower soap niche in this bathroom – adding texture and detailing at the same time Feature or backdrop? Designer: We handpicked matt stone-look tiles to create a sleek and refined ambiance in the bespoke bathroom, allowing natural elements to stand out. Soft and inviting tones Bathrooms By Elite pays homage to this home's 1960s charms, introducing classic colours and fittings – standout tiles from The Tile Depot played a key role Blue for a boy The days of colour coding gender might be over but here the designer utilised calming blue Di Lorenzo tilework, enhancing the overall bathing experience for its principal user – a teenage boy Touching aesthetic Textured, emerald forest green tiles, from the Tile Warehouse, in a herringbone pattern bring the sense of nature right back home in this immersive bathroom Functional art A custom tile pattern continues up this shower wall giving further display to the bathroom's Macubus, Calacatta and Nero Maquina marble mosaics Playful patterning A textural terrazzo-look tile incorporating flecks of blue features in this children's upstairs bathroom – creating a playful mood with one deft design move Tile vs tile Decorative shower tiles meet contrasting soap niche tiles in a pleasing design play – part of a teenager's bathroom retreat 9 tile shapes and finishes that think outside the square Dramatic and easy to clean, tiles of all sizes, shapes and textures can transform your space – here are some stand-out examples Touching outcome These walls feature curves highlighted with a tactile, pill-shaped ‘tic-tac’ tile – their rounded shape emphasised by a coloured grout Emerald outlook Designer: We chose emerald forest green tiles in a herringbone pattern to create a feature wall that achieves an intimate ambiance Height of elegance Vertically oriented serene blue tiles and a strip of floor-to-ceiling louvres accentuate the height and airy ambience of this bathroom Play moody for me This shower stall strikes a dramatic chord, courtesy of moody Burnished Porcelain tiles – the same tile also covers much of the ensuite's walls Soaked in sunlight A vertical tile strip in herringbone pattern provides interest behind this tub while our nearest star brings its own design lines to the party Fit for an emperor Italian marble-look Invisible Light tiles, from Tile Space, introduced on both floor and walls, create an immersive experience in this upmarket bathroom Stone washed Norwegian Rose (Fiori Rosa) marble tiles provide an eye-catching feature surface behind the tub in this bathroom Rough with the smooth Porcelanosa tiles in the Venis Range, from Nextdore, bring texture while rounded vanity mirrors and basins add a softer touch to this ensuite Material balance is your friend For this design, Herringbone Black Mosaic tiles from Tile Warehouse complement the soft, warm glow of Quarter Cut oak veneer, from NZ Panels, on the vanity Quite the supporting cast The Niagara Ellipse tub might be the hero here, but dramatic Regoli Nero Sticks feature tiles, a gun metal pourer and ribbed glass shower stall provide design back up Sea of stone A sea of Cashmere Travetine tiles, by Glux, give this bathroom a dramatic presence, as well as working well with the stone vanity and splashback Good bones Herringbone Black Mosaics with a matt finish, from Tile Warehouse, bring a striking graphic element to this contemporary bathroom Putting a finger on good design In this roomy master suite, white Japanese finger tiles form a feature wall that provides interest and a low-upkeep splashback for the his and hers vanity. Wash station Subway tiles with a difference grace this bathroom – given their rakish angles, it looks like an express train might have just ripped through Tiny dancers Perforated steel sheets feature on the interior of this home – their minute detailing echoed by the wall to wall, light-bouncing mosaics in the bathroom Character pairing Universal Jaipur Italian tiles meet Tribeca Gypsum White tiles – both sourced from The Tile Depot – in the corner of this atmospheric bathroom Domestic drama The powder room is the perfect place for dramatic impact that won't be missed by family or friends – here, a black embossed feature tile creates a theatrical backdrop The fish are jumping These herringbone formatted tiles seem an appropriate inclusion in terms of name as well as for their aquatic tones in this bathroom Rock pool A freestanding bath with floor mounted tap creates drama in front of a stunning natural stone look wall tile in this bathroom Just add sunlight This powder rooms is wrapped in basketweave green and brown tiles and gold vinyl wallpaper, which shine under an overhead skylight Classic meet classic Classic Tribeca Gypsum White subway tiles feature behind the bath in this bathroom while ancient-look Universal Jaipur decorative tile lines the adjacent wall Black and light world Herringbone Black Mosaics in matt finish provide a feature in their own right and a dramatic backdrop to the Tom Dixon wall pendant in this bathroom Two tone harmony Simple is best, runs the saying – well simple can certainly be the most dramatic as this bathroom with black-tiled shower stall attests Curves in all the right places Mosaix Palissandro blue honed marble rectangle finger tiles turn this shower stall into a feature, even dipping inwards to line the soap niche 'The eternal metal' Copper-look wall and floor tiles create an earthy vibe that connects this bathroom with other bathrooms in the home and the forest outside Like a fish to water The ornate herringbone tile pattern in the shower brings a splash of colour and a dash of implied artisanship to this bathroom A star and its setting Large format porcelain stone-look tiles and antique finger tiles create textural and tonal interest behind the feature tub in this ensuite In the details Can't put your finger on why this bathroom has a refined air? Well the clue is right there with antique finger tiles forming a feature wall behind the tub Raised presence 4D Chevron White 400x800mm wall tiles with a chevron relief pattern introduce a subtle architectural texture into this ensuite bathroom Into the blue This refined showhome by Fowler Homes Waikato turns up the charm with positive-vibe navy blue tiles, which in turn inspired other tile choices – all from The Tile Depot Touching effect Flat and modular isn't the only way – The One small-format, hand-made textural tiles create character in this bathroom – just add water Joyful character – when colour is key Inspiration is where you find it and the fit-out of this fun, edgy bar benefits from tile choices from The Tile Depot that would also look great at home Why mine a Tuscan hillside? Porcelain sheet with the look of a large travertine stone slab backs the generous wet area in this bathroom – visual impact, no quarry involved Moody blue Textural wall tiles in a vertical subway pattern lead the mood in this contemporary ensuite and are complemented by blue walls and cabinetry Rough can be pretty smooth Hand-made tactile tiles seen on this vanity splashback and in a different format on the wall directly above add a soft textural feel to this bathroom Peaceful and personal This contemporary family home with attractive, easy-care surfaces and tile selections from The Tile Depot caters to the personalities of the homeowners Textural tilework Inax tiles bring a woven look feature surface to this contemporary bathroom, complementing the wood vanity and marble look vanity top Hiding in the bathroom Being a penthouse, moving the plumbing into the porcelain panel walls wasn't an option – instead a mirror-clad false wall disguises its presence Strong divide This crisp and architectural main family bathroom's chunky tile-clad blade walls divide vanity, toilet and shower zones Twinkle, twinkle, little star Curved tub, curved twinkling mosaic wall and curved light reflection all seen together create an instant sculptural/artistic presence in this bathroom Vivi la differenza – exotic Italian tiles all in one place Exclusive tile ranges direct from the design houses of Italy are showcased in the evocative showroom environments of leading tile importer Casa Italiana All things considered For this bathroom, the Icocci tiles were chosen for design impact and their classic patterning – and to appeal to a wide range of buyer tastes Playing up the contrast Grey/white tiles from Designa Ceramic Tiles were selected to give the tub in this bathroom more impact, making it look whiter than white Big and little Tile choices have this bathroom covered – Magnum Statuario porcelain panels with the look of marble frame a bath niche backed in tiny mosaics What dreams are made of What do you get when you cross a high-end building company with an award-winning interior designer and some gorgeous tiles from The Tile Depot? Answer: two stunning bathrooms and an opulent laundry In touch with your world The sculptural freestanding stone basin is just the start in this bathroom, where the wrap-around wall tiles add a strong textural component Pointing the finger Gloss white finger tiles draw the eye up this 5m-high feature wall to a skylight – they also line the wall niche which continues from bathing to shower zone Pampering touch This shower stall features full height large-format tiles with the look of veined marble, with the silky tile even running into the soap niche Make-up to break up A make-up station at one end of this long sleek vanity with mosaic splashback creates a transition point between bathroom and walk-in wardrobe Layers of history Several design elements give this bathroom a classic feel – including distressed tiles that look like they are peeling back over time to reveal an even older history 8 tile treatments to turn your head Dramatic, durable, luxe, even light-bringing – tiles are a great way to transform your bathroom or boost a theme – these examples will inspire Contemporary feel enhances character cottage A heritage inspired Arrowtown cottage has undergone a chic transformation thanks to Queenstown based Hub Design Interiors and a considered selection of tiles from The Tile Depot Stand-up character The Keys White Mosaic Tile, from The Tile Warehouse, seen in this bathroom is sometimes laid horizontally – here, it offers stand-up appeal Herringbone patterning – similar to chevron but not the same Angles through this master ensuite created drama while a dark strong feature tile in the herringbone pattern accentuates the layout and adds texture Scaled to perfection A new and funky guest bathroom belies its previous existence as a darker, cramped and poorly organised space – tiles from The Tile Depot were instrumental in the transformation Planking is still a thing The upper walls of this beautiful bathroom are in a black burnt timber-look plank tile, creating mood while contrasting with the brass details Wrap-around luxury A glass shower stall panel and blanket use of stone-look wall and floor tiles give this contemporary master ensuite a spa-like ambience Surface attraction This family bathroom has large format Lusso Pearl tiles for flooring and Super White Matt tiles and Touch Graphite Gloss tiles on the walls – all sourced from The Tile Depot Herringbone tile jumps out Not an errant fish, but rather a beautiful herringbone patterned tile feature wall that contrasts the bathroom's fluid, freestanding tub Outside the box When you’re a media personality notable for hosting a range of radio and television shows with a focus on home and garden design, there is an expectation that when it comes to doing renovations of your own, the results will be a little bit special Elegant yet earthy This bathroom builds on the wider cabinetry vibe through the home – as well as being designed to appeal to a range of potential home buyers Close up and personal An ornate mosaic creates an individual experience in this shower stall which also enjoys a secret view through the bedroom to the sea Detailed response An accent wall in Granada mosaic tile is a leading feature in this Arts and Crafts themed bathroom that's all about celebrating the details Larger tiles, less grout, bigger impact To further expand on this generous bathroom's presence, the designer went for a uniform use of veined marble-look tiles on floors and walls Wow factor is overused (but not here) Walls and floor are awash with spectacular black and white marble in this design by internationally renowned interior architect Stéphanie Coutas This tiling tip will benefit your bathroom Large floor and wall tiles were specified in this bathroom, in part to avoid the need for too many grout lines, helping to keep the space looking unfussy and pared back Does your home's exterior relate to its interior? Material connections create a sense of harmony through your home. This ensuite mosaic feature wall echoes the home’s marble exterior accents Seaside sensibility If you live by the sea why not celebrate the fact? For this bathroom renovation, the architect makes a splash with a textured wave tile Soaking in the decor The brief was for a master ensuite that featured traditional finishes and unique elements, hence a honed bluestone freestanding tub was selected to add a modern touch to the classic-themed retreat An easy way to expand your bathroom One way to make your bathroom seem larger is by running your floor tile seamlessly into the shower stall, as in this contemporary bathing space Are your bathroom tiles on trend? Geometry traditionally belongs in math class, but today it's become a popular term with bathroom designers. Using geometric shapes can create a dynamic space in a home and add personality to your bathroom Spa-like ensuite balances strong and soft aspects This ensuite achieves a serene air despite its strong material palette. Touches like rounded edged elements play a part. The spa-like ambience is underpinned by adroit functionality A stylish bathroom for a stylish home This atmospheric master suite had to deal with acute angles and a prominent wall of polished concrete. Dark, textured joinery helps unify and connect what could have been a series of disjointed spaces All that glitters is gold mosaic in this luxe powder room Glamour, sophistication and a sense of enhanced space are all features of this granite and gold mosaic powder room This bathroom is a celebration of wood and stone A cantilevered vanity, freestanding tub and large format tiles give this master bathroom a spacious feel This bathroom is an oasis of calm Guests will love this relaxing bathroom by Natalie Du Bois A bathroom lover's delight Marble look, large-format tiled surfaces and gold and chrome tapware are just two elements that give this ensuite a luxurious ambience. Mosaic tiles and blackened steel give this master suite bathroom a singular presence A wider apartment renovation set the scene for this reconfigured master suite featuring a tactile, mosaic-finished ensuite that reflects natural light Black porcelain tile bathroom offers glamour and views Master bathroom with exotic marble-look veined black porcelain tile achieves balance with white minimalist cabinetry Tall, dark and handsome Dark wall and ceiling tones, warm wood battens and vanity, and all flooded with natural light from skylights on high – this master ensuite exudes a sense of drama and luxury Luxe is in the details Brass accents provide rich notes in this traditional children's bathroom by designer Natalie Du Bois Master bathroom design ensures it’s filled with natural light Light and privacy – the two age-old bathroom features that seem to always be at odds are resolved in several ways in this bathroom design How to make your bathroom look stylish and expensive If you want to give your bathroom a makeover that makes it look stylish and expensive, these are some of the useful tips you can follow Rich palette, restrained aesthetic With the available room rearranged to optimise function and space, this ensuite exudes elegance at every turn, along with offering adroit functionality This bathroom exudes heritage and luxury In keeping with its 1920s heritage home and offering a sense of luxury and retreat, this ensuite has a classic appeal which includes setting key elements on plinths 6 ways to turn your bathroom into a luxury home spa Nothing beats relaxing and unwinding in a bath with a glass of your favourite wine, after a long, stressful day. And while many people turn to different spas and wellness centres to de-stress and loosen up a bit, there are also great and easy ways to spruce up your own bathroom and turn it into a luxury home spa. What's in an accent? Brass highlights play an important part in this master bathroom's industrial yet refined aesthetic which is in keeping with the wider master suite design and the house itself Character bathrooms respond to setting These bathrooms continue the wider home's preoccupation with stone, wood and pleasing connections with the rugged outdoors just beyond the windows One sleek bathroom, three uses This bathroom – part of the architect's own home that he also designed – serves as an ensuite, main bathroom and a guest bathroom. Modern and minimalist, it includes a secret entrance when used by guests Tall and good looking This transforming renovation by EJ Building optimises space with a tall, wall-hung cabinet. A translucent glass door gives you an idea of the cabinet's contents rather than a clear view, for a more demure aesthetic Restful retreat This new master ensuite forms a mini-extension to the existing bedroom – hexagonal tiles and a frosted glass window create a quiet space that is still within earshot of the children Curvaceous allure Vertically aligned jade mosaic tiles wrap this bathroom’s rounded corner and find an echo in the curved glass splash wall Bathed in light Natural and artificial light leaks into this shower stall at several points for an inviting aesthetic. This approach also makes it very easy to find the shampoo Soothing geometry – lux six-sided marble tiles complete this bathroom A feature wall of hexagonal marble wall tiles offers an understated yet key feature in this resort-style bathroom Fresh, coastal feeling Through evocative colours and patterns (and windows), this master ensuite by Dalman Architects in an estuary-side home never lets its occupant forget that he or she is near the waterline In the right vein Large format porcelain tiles in a luxurious veined marble-look finish set the scene for this ensuite. Herringbone tiles stand out in this bathroom There's more options to tiles than tile colour or grout colour. There's also their layout. Herringbone-patterned tiles add interest and texture to this hotel bathroom This suite is straight out of a Bond movie Dramatic sculpted zones; secret panels and doors; a pop-up television; refined woodworking; and flowing, glittering surfaces are just some exciting touches that make this master suite ideal for our favourite spy Porcelain sheet, marble and wood create a luxe feel in this bathroom For this bathroom by architect Sandra Diaz-Velasco, the gold mosaic tile behind the vanity adds to a rich palette of stone, onyx-look porcelain sheet and marble flooring The look of marble and actual marble dovetail in this exotic bathroom – bathroom, tiles & mosaics Want a Greek temple without the wealth to achieve it? Here, a marble benchtop connects with exotic stone-look wall and floor tiles. Find out the secret to achieving an elegant wood look in your bathroom Wood and water are famously incompatible on the home front – but nothing to fear here, this bathroom features ceramic tiles with the realistic look of wood Black and white world Freeze up at the sight of a paint chart? A two-tone black and white colour scheme works in a number of situations, contemporary or traditional. Nero Tempesta Limestone and white Corian wall panels create the dramatic contrasting effect in this bathroom. The opulent mosaic backdrop of this bathtub is like a thousand spotlights Want to combine a wall finish with a lighting source? Mosaic tiles provide a twinkling backdrop to this sculptural bathtub Showered in luxury Want a luxury feel for your bathroom? Don't let that stop at the shower stall entry. This shower has gold-plated fittings and one wall in twinkling mosaics The recessed tiling in this shower creates a simple yet striking shelf Continuing the black tile from an adjacent surface gives this shower soap niche a dramatic presence, as though prized out from the wall This master ensuite renovation features classic design and custom details With a brief for a master ensuite that featured classic finishes and unique elements, see how this designer used bespoke pieces to give this bathroom a timeless edge Cantilevered elements play major role in establishing openness and flow in large master ensuite – bathroom, tiles & mosaics Large format grey wall and floor tiles tone perfectly with the veining in the marble vanity top and the black sinks and bath tub in this master bathroom Centre of attention – bathrooms, tiles & mosaics The uniform use of a stone-look tile gives this ensuite renovation by EJ Building an upmarket, serene aesthetic Wood, green glass and stone-look tiles set the scene in this sleek bathroom Clean-lined yet luxurious, this spacious master suite achieves the look of Mid-century Modern translated into a more 21st century design language Wave-textured tiles and sandy colour scheme match home’s seaside setting Extending the length of the existing bathroom provided space for a sculptural tub and a level walk-in shower in this beach house bathroom renovation Tiles & Mosaics Dappled and nuanced like nature A master ensuite has all the right touches thanks to interior design by Home Candy Interiors and some considered tile choices from The Tile Depot Aqua, aqua everywhere Handmade-look Green Zellige bath tiles make quite a textural and colourful impact in this contemporary bathroom's shower/bath stall On the button Penny mosaics bring texture, colour and interest to this new bathroom, part of an in-tune interior renovation of a Mid-century home The storage in the stone Extracting towels from this 'stone clad' linen cupboard is an easier feat than King Arthur had retrieving his sword – the 'stone' surfaces here are porcelain sheeting Blue for you This light-filled bathroom has its colour scheme going on – blue marble with white veining teamed with blue skies and white, wispy clouds beyond Sea glass and stone Drawing on earthy colours, natural elements and organic textures, the designer has reinvented this ensuite with tiles from The Tile Depot in a starring role An elegant face High quality tiles from The Tile Depot provide the finishing touches to this well designed and constructed home by Generation Homes NZ - Auckland South This design is on fire The upper walls are in a burnt timber-look plank tile in this bathroom – the change in tile avoids the small but tall room having a boxy feel Tactile appeal Running your fingers over Stream tiles from Casa Italiana is almost as rewarding as looking at them – available in Silver and Bone, their prominent veining evokes the feel of natural travertine When a surfer builds a bach When a surfer, in this case an All Black giant, builds a bach they want it to be chic, relaxed and low maintenance – this design, with key tile and flooring selections from The Tile Depot, delivers Moroccan influence creates character interior Tiles of Ezra – hand-made Moroccan zellige tiles – feature throughout the company owner's own home. These character tiles are now available at The Tile Depot Diamond life A leading feature in a home awash with features, this expansive rear pool area glitters like diamonds thanks to its lining of tiny mosaics Simply elegant Limiting the designs materials, including using the same large format tiles on walls and floor, creates a refined atmosphere in this bathroom Touching aesthetic Evoking the beauty of natural travertine, with prominent veining, the tactile Stream tile from Casa Italiana is available in Silver and Bone Bathing in the great outdoors On one side, this coastal bathroom is completely open to the sounds and scents of the sea, while rustic limestone and irregular tilework bring a relaxed almost Mediterranean-feel Rose gold and penny rounds bring this renovation to life For this bathroom and matching ensuite, antique penny rounds in the showers, artistic swirls on the Corian vanities and the choice of rose gold fixtures all combine to elegant, matching effect Armstrong Interiors wins 2020 TIDA New Zealand Interior Design of the Year Congratulations to Armstrong Interiors, winner of TIDA New Zealand Interior Design of the Year. 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