Ceramic Tile Design Ideas — Traditional/Classic

A single row of decorative Spanish ceramic tiles topped off by a matching border can add just the right touch of design to a space. Pairing the look with a dark field tile tones down the pattern and ties together the colors from the patterned pieces.

The Fantasia White 6" x 6" and Rustic Matte Lapis 4.25" x 4.25" field tiles perfectly complement the Mallorca Crackle deco. Our Iberica Field Brushed Navy Cord tops off the design above the Mallorca Crackle 3" x 6" border.A matching decorative border paired with a field tile border helps to add even more interest to a design. Our Relievo Liners Short Thin Rope in both  and Sapphire are also a great match with the Mallorca tile.

Using a decorative tile with a large design or pattern is a great way to draw attention to an area. When placed two rows high, the tiles create designs in the conjoining areas.  A more finished look can be created by adding a matching border along the top edge.  This is a great look for tiles going up to chair rail height on a wall.

If a large, bold pattern is what you desire, you will love our quarter design tiles. Dark green field tiles and our Iberica Field Brushed Navy French V-Cap surround this lovely quarter tile design. Four 6" x 6" tiles are placed together to create one large 12" x 12" mural. Joining several murals together makes for one beautiful overall design, as can be seen in this concept.

The blue bar molding and dark green field tiles are the perfect complement to this beautiful San Jose deco tile. By pulling both the green and blue from the San Jose tile, we are able to add a great variety of color and visual interest, without taking away from the overall cohesion of the design. Choosing two of the less dominant colors from this tile series really made this look work.