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Patterned tiles have made a comeback in recent years, after a long dominance of minimalism and plain neutrals in the world of interior design. Patterns can bring personality and interest to your kitchen or bathroom renovation project, but knowing which tiles might look best can be a rather difficult task.
There are hundreds of designs, colours and textures to choose from, and a whole range of ways they can be installed. Here’s a guide to the popular geometric styles to help you get started.
Geometric patterns are based on repetitive shapes, curves and lines rather than figurative forms. They are thought to have first been used as a form of decoration in ancient Greek and Roman cultures, and were widely used by Islamic artists and craftsmen. This is because Islamic art tends to avoid using figurative visual representations.
Geometric patterns can be widely observed throughout Eastern art and architecture, from Persian carpets to mosaic flooring and ceramics. Typical shapes found in geometric design include squares, circles, ovals, triangles, hexagons, pentagons, diamonds and stars.
It’s also common to see shapes within shapes, partial shapes such as quarter or semi circles, or irregular shapes (where not all the sides or interior angles are equal). Geometric patterns can be very simple or highly complex. It’s a highly versatile artform that can be used to form 3-D effects, optical illusions, or even psychedelic effects.
One of the most popular geometric tile forms of recent years has been the herringbone pattern. This refers to the way the tiles are fitted, at 45° angles to form zigzag lines. The tiles can be a uniform colour, although a common choice is to vary the tone with a lighter and darker shade to add extra interest. The tiles themselves may also contain a subtle pattern.
Hexagon shaped tiles are another very popular and versatile choice. The pattern is formed by the shape of the tile and the line of the grouting, and sometimes a contrasting colour of grout is used to emphasise the pattern. It’s also common to alternate the colour or tone of the tiles for more impact.
The tiles themselves can also be arranged in a way that forms a pattern, such as a border around the centre of a room or a recurring motif such as a star or a leaf.
Geometric patterns work well with subtle colour schemes such as muted greys or light beige, and are also very effective when used in bold monochrome colour schemes. They can be used to create a feature wall or splashback, or even mixed and matched to create a unique design.
It’s crucial to be accurate and careful when installing geometric patterns, as even small flaws can spoil the whole effect. Unless you have previous experience, it’s probably best left to the professionals.
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