Easy to clean and wear-resistant, they are also highly practical.' Their rich, glossy depth of color provides a great textural contrast against pared-back, hand-painted wooden cabinetry. But the gloss makes it more.exciting, more unexpected, and more luxurious.Īdrian Bergman, Design Manager at British Standard, says, 'One the rise are eye-catching sink walls featuring glazed tiles. The olive green is approachable, acting as almost a neutral hue in this warm-toned space. A more subtle take on the trend, be inspired by this kitchen tile idea by British Standard. If you want them to up the drama in your space, go for a bright or moody hue and take them right up to the full height of the room. Extra shiny glazed tiles may sound a tad dramatic, but you can really go as bold or as subtle as you look. Bring in plenty of texture with zellige kitchen tilesįor years matte has been the go-to finish – matte paints, matte woods, and matte tiles have reigned in the world of interior design trends but in recent months there's been a shift to high gloss. Brick slips, which work just like any other tile can create a really authentic look in any space. No brick wall to reveal in your kitchen? No problem. We uncovered original brick walls in a Brooklyn townhouse and instead of covering them back up with drywall and putting a tile over for a backslash, we repointed them (and even had a decorative painter tint the mortar color so it looks authentically aged) and then sealed the brick so it won’t absorb grease and stains.' 'Instead, I like to use unexpected materials to make it visually interesting, like a historical brick that has authentic patina. 'I skip the expected white subway tile because it’s already been done, and keeping the white clean takes away from the joy of cooking and baking.' says designer Meg Lavalette founder of Lava Interiors. In this classic white kitchen designed by Lava Interiors, the brick gives the neutral color pallette a lift, adding a focal point and grounding all those pale hues. They work really well in nooks or alcoves, acting almost as a feature wall. Or switch classic subway tiles for brick slipsĪnd bricks can work just as well as kitchen wall tiles to add a slight industrial vibe. Brick is warm and neutral, and I’m always guided by the material – I personally love layering a vintage rug or runner over a brick floor, that extra layer adds so much coziness to the space, which is a feeling I’m always trying to achieve in my designs and which helps make the kitchen the center of the home.' 3. 'Brick floors are versatile and mix well with different textures and tones. 'Why does brick flooring work so well in the kitchen? Because it’s so durable! The kitchen typically gets a lot of foot traffic, so materials, such as bricks, that can withstand wear and tear should be a go-to.' 'Brick is – obviously – traditionally used for exteriors, but as an interior material, it brings in beautiful texture, a wonderfully rustic feel, and has an incredibly warming and inviting coloring.' 'I love creating indoor-outdoor spaces, and brick feels like an extension of the outside when it’s incorporated in the house.' explains designer Amber Lewis.
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