Tile Patterns: Best Designs & Layouts for Modern Spaces

Have you fixed your space's theme, decor, and tile material? Now you’ve got all the time to think about the design & layout. Here design refers to the color choices & style that bring an artistic vision, whereas layout refers to the physical arrangement of how the tiles are placed on your surface. Welcome to the arena where unique tile patterns with specific benefits are found. Whether you wish to add the illusion of height or width to your space, are willing to experiment with customized tile laying patterns, design and differentiate specific areas, create a dynamic layout, or highlight any architectural features, remember you’re in good hands now. Apollo Tile offers the best designs and layouts to make your modern spaces attractive and charming.

Different Tile Patterns

Understanding tile patterns is a must to bring your curated design dreams to reality, isn’t it? Imagine them to be more than just a layout, to define the movement or charm of your space. Be it an elegant or bold statement design, the right pattern does the magic. Come on in, let’s jump into an arena of different tile patterns.

1. Honeycomb Polka Dots:

Emphasize the structured grid layout of a hexagon but with polka dot elements that look classy and more like a customized pattern. These peel-and-stick tiles are available in three stylish color options – a mix of silver & black, silver & beige, and gold & beige. They contribute to creating a playful design with a high-end look and a geometric touch.

2. Spaced Tile Layout Patterns:

Consider using large format tile options, where you can accommodate wider grout joints that look like an updated formula, enhancing the overall aesthetics of your space. The breathtaking look of this 24x24 Light Beige Natural Porcelain Square Tile not only creates the illusion of a bigger space but also gives a fresh break from the typical designs.

3. Zig-zag Chevron Luxe:

With roots tracing back to the Neolithic period, this chevron tile pattern became a hallmark of Ancient Greek design. Be it walls or floors, the inverted V-shape, resembling two beams of a roof joined together, with glossy and matte finishes, makes you realize the extra flow yet gives a less busy appearance. Check out our white chevron glass mosaic tile pattern that can highlight your shower walls, backsplashes and fireplace surrounds.

4. French or Ashlar Pattern:

Also known as the Versailles pattern, it’s a classic tile layout that combines tiles of varying sizes to create a random yet truly harmonious and uplifting space. Multiple finishes like polished, matte, and textured combined with multiple materials like glass and stone tile offer an aesthetically suitable appearance for different design styles. You can pick either a usual or mini Versailles pattern, it’s up to you. Check out our white 12.4 in. x 12.6 in. Polished Mini Versailles Glass Tile or White 11.7-in x 11.7-in Multi-finish Glass; Stone Versailles Tile

5. Creative Mixed Subway Tile Arrangement:

Why assent to the staple subway design as it is? Go beyond the routine stacked arrangements and get ready to welcome creative subway layouts like basketweave, running bond, herringbone, crosshatch, subway and square mix, step ladder, ½ offset, ⅓ offset, or any random offset. Be it structured or artistic layout, subway tiles add character to your space.

6. Grand & Uninterrupted Stone-look Design:

Rectangular Large Format 24 X 48 tiles, when stacked, give a continuous slab look but can also be staggered to introduce movement. Because of the larger tile size, fewer grout lines are assured, thus creating a persistent space. Check out an exemplary solution like our Splendor 23.7 in. x 47.25 in. Polished Blue Porcelain Tile which showcases a hale navy and brown color palette suiting varied interior styles.

7. Never Failing Basketweave Pattern:

Tiny squares or dots are woven using larger rectangles that create this wonderful basketweave tile pattern. Add dimension to your room, with our classic choice of Pearl White 11-in. x 11-in. Curved Basketweave Polished Marble Mosaic Tile. It creates an extra interest with its natural veining that suits residential and commercial applications.

8. Grand & Uninterrupted Stone-look Design:

Having elongated and pointed ends, picket tiles act as a new twist to subway designs. They can be laid horizontally, vertically, or diagonally to create fantastic floor tile patterns and feature walls. When you pick a natural shade with a matte finish like our 2 x 10 in. Green Ceramic Picket Tile, it gives a feeling of calmness.

9. Simple Wavy Rhythm:

A curved or wavy effect adds gentle movement and creates a beautiful flow in your design. Wave tiles are the easiest way to add a modern twist to your regular spaces. You’re sure to love the charm of our White 12.6-in x 24.6-in Matte Porcelain tile with its sculpted texture. Get ready to welcome the wavy rhythm in your space and let the flowing texture of waves gather up to bring a new force to your interiors.

10. Framed Tile Design:

An innovative idea to create a standout kitchen backsplash would be to use a tile picture frame layout. It’s quite easy with our 5.9 in. x 5.9 in. Terracotta Porcelain Tile, can act as a frame around the subway or picket tiles which would fill the surrounding space. The subtle center piece with its slight tonal variation would match perfectly with a bold background hue.

Apart from deciding the right pattern for your space, you have to concentrate on laying them efficiently. Using a tile layout planner can help you experiment with different patterns, ensuring a balanced design and efficient tile placement before installation.

FAQ

1. What is the formula for the tile pattern?

A tile pattern formula can be imagined as a structured layout that controls how tiles are arranged in a balanced design with minimized waste, wonderful aesthetics, and easy installation. A general formula for calculating the number of tiles needed is:

For all patterns, make sure you add 10-15% overage tiles for cuts, breakage, and waste.

2. What is the easiest tile pattern to lay?

The grid pattern is the easiest to install. Also known as a straight lay pattern, here the tiles are arranged in an even grid, quite a straightforward approach to installation. Your task is only to measure, cut, and place them in an aligned fashion.

3. Is it better to lay the tile straight or staggered?

Tile laying depends on the aesthetic and function you prefer. While a straight lay offers a clean look and is easy to install, a staggered layout hides imperfections. The choice is yours!

4. Where do you start laying the tile patterns?

For floor tile patterns you can start installation from the center of the room to ensure symmetrical cuts along the edges. For walls, start from the bottom and work upwards. Consult with a professional for further details.

5. Are patterned tiles too trendy?

Patterned tiles are everlasting! Classic designs like herringbone, basketweave, and checkerboard remain stylish while bold geometric ideas are trendy adding more charm to the space.

6. What tile pattern makes a room look bigger?

When large format tiles make the room feel expansive, diagonal 45-degree laying tricks eyes into seeing more space, herringbone tile elongates the space, and neutral shades with a glossy finish enhance openness.

7. What is the hardest tile pattern to lay?

Proper planning and execution would make laying any kind of tile easy. But you can think of certain aspects like herringbone and chevron that require precise cuts and alignment, the Versailles pattern uses multiple sizes, so pay attention to the layout, and hexagonal tiles require careful spacing. There is nothing hard with professional help.

8. What size are timeless tiles?

3x6 subway tiles for walls, tile patterns 12x24 for floors, 24x48 large format tiles for commercial spaces, and hexagon and square tiles being all-purpose tiles are considered timeless tiles.