Our work and personal lives are busier than ever these days. And while visiting with friends and enjoying productive outings can be fun, returning home to a calm, peaceful sanctuary is high on our list of priorities. Creating a calming environment at home is easier than you might expect. By combining purposeful décor with the right tile, it’s easy to transform your room into the perfect space for some peace and quiet.
Cleanse Your Visual Palette
It can be difficult to find calm amidst the chaos. The best solution? A visual palette cleanser. Using crisp, fresh, white design choices in a small space allows your mind to take a metaphorical breather and ease into relaxation.This stunning bathroom would scream relaxation if it weren’t so busy using soft, soothing shades of white to quietly lull you into a peaceful soak in the tub. Our snow 4”x4” Zellige tile is the perfect way to add depth and variation in your whites through the tile’s natural homemade texture. The contrast between the crisp, solid white of the tub and the softer whites of the tile help you feel at home in the space, rather than in a pristine showroom. Using white tile and accents as a palette cleanser can also brighten your room, adding moments of joy and light to your relaxation space.View this post on Instagram
Using our Casablanca Carrara 6”x12” subway tile on the entire shower from walls to floors gives the impression of a larger space that’s open and inviting. Marble tile is a wonderful option when you want to capitalize on the light’s reflection in a space. You can breathe deeply in this room, allowing yourself the gift of relaxation right in your own home.View this post on Instagram
Create an Oasis
Calming spaces don’t have to be devoid of personality; they can be simultaneously relaxing and colorful. This serene section of the @bishoparts district uses tile, décor, and plant life to create an oasis in the middle of bustling storefronts.The designers made several key choices here that lend a feeling of calming desert spa vibes to the scene. The tall posts, flowing fabric, and wicker lighting create upward momentum and keep things airy. In contrast, the bold tiled flooring feels grounded and stable, pulling you in to sit on one of the luxuriously comfortable couches. Our selection of patterned cement tile is perfect for the dreamy oasis look captured here. Surrounding everything with plants makes you feel tucked away from the outside world, safe in your calming space. This charming restaurant used many of the same design tricks but incorporated tile in a masterful new way.View this post on Instagram
By using the Sun breeze blocks as a wall surrounding the seating, you can enjoy the air, sun, and plant life without feeling closed off. The design gives the impression of added nature without being obtrusive. Welcome to a breezy, comfy outdoor oasis.View this post on Instagram
Capture Soft Light
When we think of being calm and relaxed, one image that immediately comes to mind is being curled up with a blanket, warm and cozy. During the summer months, it’s not always ideal to create peaceful spaces with fires and blankets, but you don’t have to abandon the feeling of warmth and light entirely.This room captures the soft morning light and creates a peaceful glow, thanks in large part to the design choices from @emilytartaglia. Using a fairly monotone palate brings tranquility, allowing your mind to rest and relax without the busyness from complicated surroundings. Our unglazed natural Terracotta 4”x4” Zellige tile transforms the furniture into a work of art and elevates the space without altering the color scheme. Zellige tile is perfect for this kind of warm, peaceful room since its homemade quality and natural imperfections add depth without adding distraction. We’re always on the lookout for tile design ideas that combine innovative style with calm, relaxing aesthetics, and these recent inspirations have us excited for the next renovation!View this post on Instagram
