Annie Selke Flora

The botanical pattern on the Annie Selke Flora tile perfectly embodies a lush casualness. This pattern pairs well with a cream, tan or white tile like the Annie Selke Artisanal White.

Laura Ashley Wicker

The whimsical geometric flower design on the Laura Ashley Wicker tiles captures the leisurely fun of summer. The pale, slightly weathered colors appear as if they’ve been pleasantly sun-kissed, which will give your space warmth and character.

Azul

The glossy raised turquoise and white patterns on the Astron and Aura Azul tiles reflect the light like shimmers on the water, giving these tiles a gorgeous coastal feel that will bathe your room in seaside splendor.

Star Black

Create a charming starscape with the Star Black tile from Fired Earth Ceramics. This slightly rustic design, reminiscent of hand-painted folk art, will evoke the pleasure of summer stargazing year-round.

Morris & Co. Pure Net

The Morris & Co. Pure Net tiles are delicate and ornate, with soft, faded hues that will add charm to your room. Explore all three colorways and more of The Morris & Co. Collection, inspired by iconic wallpaper designs.

Gold Window Hex

The Gold Window Hex Encaustic tile captures the cheerfulness of a bright sunny sky. The deep blue and gold hues in this tile will saturate your space with the radiance of summer.

Summerland by Jeffrey Alan Marks

The Summerland Collection by Jeffrey Alan Marks exemplifies the California beach lifestyle. The captivating hexagon tile feature faded linen patterns inspired by Mark’s coastal chic aesthetic.

Annie Selke Tulip Mosaic

The elegant mother-of-pearl flowers in the Annie Selke Tulip Mosaic bring gorgeous detail to a shower or bathroom. See more Annie Selke tile in use in our tour of her Palm Springs Desert Oasis.

Decora Ornament Blue

The fresh, soft blues of the Decora Ornament Blue encaustic-look tile invoke a clear-blue summer sky, especially when used as flooring in a blue room like this one designed by Kelli Fontana of West Bay Homes, explore more of her designs in our tour of her Sun Coast Estate.

Laura Ashley Leaf and Sunflower

Some patterns are better together. The Laura Ashley leaf mosaic creates beautiful detail in this shower niche and coordinates nicely with the colors in the Laura Ashley Sunflower tile. The beautiful blues and botanical designs evoke both a lush field and a clear summer sky.

Inspired to add touches of summer to your home? It’s easier than ever to make your design dreams a reality with our free design services. Or, explore even more whimsical patterns in real spaces on our Customer Room Gallery and Instagram!

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Country Kitchen

Open-concept floor plans are perfect for creating a warm, welcoming environment. By uniting the living room, kitchen and master bedroom, Annie turned this loft into the perfect guest house!

Notice the stone floors? They’re actually all made out of porcelain! Chester Silver Versailles’s stone look and chiseled edges add stunning, visual interest to every room.

To maintain a cozy look, Annie chose Artisanal White for the kitchen backsplash! The handmade look and crackle finish lend the perfect amount of softness and charm. Take a closer look below.

The Metallic Master

The architectural travertine wall tile behind the head of the bed proves that tile can go beyond the kitchen or bathroom. Harmony Silverleaf Mosaic Travertine adds a perfect wow factor with its three-dimensional design and lustrous silver-leaf finish.

Barn House Bath

Travertine stone’s variety of finishes and styles make is so versatile that Annie coordinated it in both the master bedroom and bathroom!

From the ceramic wall tiles to the travertine floor, neutral colors unite in this master bath.

Claros Silver Tumbled Cobble is an excellent option for this shower floor. Its tumbled finish makes it a natural nonslip textured stone!

What is travertine tile? What makes it so versatile? Check out our resource article for everything travertine.

We can’t be the only ones who are a little jealous of the luxurious tub and bathroom, right? Subtle patterned tiles are a great way to make an appealing and timeless statement. The serene, lattice pattern on the wall is so calming to the eye.

It’s time to take a peek inside the kitchen and master bath of Annie’s home!

What’s Cooking in Annie’s Kitchen?

We can’t resist a bright, airy kitchen! Light tints of white, tan and grey create a perfect color palette for a timeless design.

Love the look of stone but want the durability of porcelain? Well, you’re in luck! Annie utilized Cassettone Grey Mosaic’s distinguished, stone look without sacrificing longevity.

Spectacular Speckled Shower

Sure, you’ve seen bold tile looks before, but no statement compares to the design in this shower! Silverleaf Speckle features mirrored silver splatters on top of a cowhide-look texture. This designer tile truly commands and deserves your attention.

Lavish glamour is matched on the bathroom floor with the rows of DURAL Chrome Gloss Square Edge. The metallic trim pieces light the room for an elevated finish.

Craving more Annie Selke? Explore the entire collection.

Ready to start your tile remodel, but you don’t know where to start? We have all the resources you need for your next remodel. Schedule a free design consultation with one of our tile design experts. 

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What inspired the overall look and design for Refined Rustic?

“Tile is always my starting point. It’s the first item I select for a home, and it sets the tone,” Julie said. “The Annie Selke tile used in the basement bath and the laundry room were just introduced by The Tile Shop, and I loved them. They are what set the tone.”

Eye-Catching Entrance

The entrance of your home should set the tone, and Timber Trails did exactly that. The black features, warm wood flooring and courageous wallpaper greet you with open arms.

Dining Room

Behold, the grand dining room. This stunning space is Julie’s favorite room in the entire house. “It is the first thing you see when you walk in. I love that the white paneled walls are offset by the black ceiling,” Julie said.

“When people see a design and say, ‘I never would have done that, but I love it.’ That’s when you know you’ve done your job as a designer.”—Julie Howard, designer for Timber Trails DC

The hallways in this home stretch as far as the eye can see, connecting you to countless uniquely designed rooms that stimulate and inspire.

Laundry Room

“We used Annie Selke Ikat Black in the laundry room because, to me, a laundry room should be fun. It doesn’t need to match the rest of the house because half of the time the door is closed,” Julie said. “Plus, who enjoys laundry? It’s nice to design a laundry room that makes you smile when you enter.”

“I’ve never been scared of black. I painted my first adult bedroom black 20 years ago, and it is still my favorite room I’ve ever designed,” Julie said. “It’s certainly caught on over the years as I’m seeing it on more walls and in more kitchens and baths. Black doesn’t date, and you don’t tire of it.”

Victoria Grey Bath

Victoria Grey marble defines luxury. Its versatility and stunning appeal makes it perfect for numerous styles. We especially love the eye-catching stone mosaic rug look framed by Victoria Grey stone.

Kitchen

While the tumbled marble softens the space for a traditional feel, the accents of white oak warm up the kitchen for rustic, farmhouse appeal. The sleek counter tops and appliances are incorporated for a flair of contemporary style. What do you get when you unite these amazing designs? The always trendy transitional style.

If the space wasn’t already perfect enough, the added elements of hygge, like greenery and wood features, add in the perfect sense of comfort. Read our blog post on what makes Scandinavian looks so chic!

Living Room

As a member of our Pro Network, Timber Trails DC has maintained a strong and meaningful partnership with the Lombard, IL location and store manager, Kevin. Together, Timber Trails DC and Kevin have completed over 40 homes!

“We have a great push and pull. He keeps me in check when I tend to go too far, and he’s on top of everything down to each tile I need,” Julie said. “Kevin makes me feel like I’m his only client, which is great when you call in a bind, which I often do!

Master Bath

Siberian Pearl marble accompanied by deep black and gold features—dramatic elegance at its finest!

“The marble in the master is so pretty because it is a white marble, but it has a lot of warm tones in it and is different than a white and grey Carrara marble,” Julie said.

Master Bedroom

Jack & Jill Vanity

How charming is this beach-inspired Jack and Jill bath? The repetition of the wood-look tiles on the wall and floor create such a pleasing, cohesive look.

Basement Bath

We end this home tour with one of our favorite spaces in the house: the basement bathroom. This space encompasses the three colors that are used throughout the house: black, white and brown.

We love the juxtaposition between the black and white features in this bathroom. While the patterned floor tile proudly catches your eye, the shower tiles contrast the bohemian pattern with a classic, solid-white subway. Notice the black grout lines in the shower—darker colored grouts create more character and add a more pronounced look to the grout joints.

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All photography by Stoffer Photography Interiors

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“Blue is known for its trust and dependability. It’s reliable, responsible, and mentally soothing. For that reason alone, it’s one of the most-liked colors across the entire world.”—CoSchedule

Pattern Play

The color blue is said to encourage efficiency and confidence. Patterns are a great way to express your personality. Put the two concepts together, and you have the ultimate courageous look!

Liven up your patio with an energetic pattern and color. Blu Widow Hex was made to entertain and set the scene for your summer backyard bash!

Seaside Oasis

Light blue is the best color to design with when it comes to easing stress and promoting tranquility. Which is why it’s the a perfect color for creating a variety of coastal looks.

The Pixel series’ deep sea blue, teal and sea-green colors will add a nautical twist to a bathroom or kitchen. These ocean-inspired tiles are pool rated, making them perfect for adding a refreshing twist outdoor spaces.

Check out our latest signature look, Beach House Bath, in the image below. This eye-catching display features tile from our Color Market series. The light blue was pulled out of the floor and repeated on the wall to complement the bright colors.

“While the floor colors provide vibrancy and fun, the soft blue wall adds a calming effect, tying the beach vibe together beautifully.”—Kirsty Froelich, Tile Shop design manager

You can find Beach House Bath and explore more of the Color Market series’ endless colorways in a showroom near you.

You don’t have to dive beneath the ocean’s surface to find this next tile. Patchwood Deep Ocean’s wood look and dark shades of blue and grey replicate wooden planks from sunken ships.

Farmhouse Blue

Blue and white have remained a classic country palette throughout the years. The timeless duo adds a welcoming and refreshing look to any design. Our rustic Star Blue tile holds an identical coloration and feeling. Utilize the tile’s vintage charm and appearance to complete a modern farmhouse look.

The playfully patterned accent backsplash in the image below belongs to our Annie Selke Ikat collection. This bold blue tile adds a bohemian vibe to the artisanal-style subway tiles and country kitchen.

Luxurious Blue

Who knew blue stone and stone-look tiles could be so appealing to the eye? We did!

Refine your kitchen backsplash with the soft blue undertones of Victoria Grey marble and refreshing white marble. This chevron mosaic provides a perfect accent of elegance.

Aqua Blu defines the look of luxury and individuality. The polished blue stone look instantly elevates this shower.

Bold and Blue

For our last look, we were inspired by the saying “go big or go home.” Improve the atmosphere of a small space by filling it with shades of blue. While this bathroom’s courageous focal point is the blue tile, the designer brightened up the space with accents of white and gold.

Step into the refreshing shower oasis below—the glistening blue Humboldt Glass subway tiles lighten the atmosphere. We love the coordinating niche and floor tiles. The Hampton Carrara marble adds an appealing sophistication to the design.

Ready to refresh your home with the color blue? We have plenty of blue tiles to help with that. Visit your nearest showroom to see the largest selection of tile in U.S.

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Florals for spring…groundbreaking, right?! When it comes to tile, thankfully floral designs are perfect year-round. These flourishing patterns can rejuvenate a dreary bathroom, or create a welcoming entryway. Immerse yourself into our collection of fresh florals, and find the right pattern to express your individuality.

Floral-Printed Tile

Prominent or slightly subdued, floral designs have existed in numerous trends throughout the decades. There is something classic about a picture-perfect nature scene that people continue to incorporate in their home and clothing designs over the years.

Notice the beautified shower wall in the bathroom above. The gorgeous flower print on Fabola Blu makes it a perfect accent wall. The tile’s white base allows it to seamlessly unite with the white walls in the bathroom.

Just like florals, glass tiles beautifully add an element of glam to your space. Three of our designer collaborations include blossoming prints to brighten any design.

Annie Selke Collection

Some of our most exciting tiles come from the Annie Selke Art Glass collection. These large-format tiles rejoice with vibrant positive feeling.

Laura Ashley Collection

Not every floral patterned tile has to be a bold display of color. Our Laura Ashley glass splash backs make perfect botanical backsplashes year-round. The gorgeous silhouette scene displayed before adds a touch of elegance to this kitchen.

Turn your backsplash into a peaceful meadow view with this blissful glass tile.

Ted Baker Collection

The Ted Baker collection stands out with its natural beauty. These tiles can cater to multiple styles with either tropical and oriental floral prints. Ted Baker Tropical offers four luscious patterns in two muted shades of grey. Install Ted Baker Flight of the Orient to incorporate Chinoiserie inspiration. Chinoiserie is the European imitation of Chinese and East Asian decorative styles, arts and nature scenes.

Floral-Inspired Patterns

From bold, colorful movement to soft, subtle detailing, these next patterned tiles display a flowerbed of inspiration. Floral-inspired patterns encompass prominent geometric shapes but still have an organic appearance.

The front entrance is the gateway to your home—make the most of your design, and display a lively pattern. The elevating blue tones in Riordan will make any entrance a welcoming one.

While Star Olive/Grey was made for both walls and floor, this tile is the furthest thing from an ordinary wallflower. The geometric pattern displayed on the booth above resembles energetic green flower petals. This boldly designed tile is perfect for making an impact in spaces made for entertaining.

This blossom-covered bathroom floor has the perfect amount of old-world charm. Notice Lacy’s modern coloring and vintage weathered look. Take a look at more of our stunning floral-inspired tiles.

Reflect a statement of luxury with Annie Selke Tulip. This elegant piece of art was created by our product designer manager, Brandy Janke. Notice Tulip’s delicate limestone and mother-of-pearl detailing.

“I was inspired by Annie Selke to create this mosaic. It’s all about bringing natural elements together into one tile.” —Brandy Janke, product designer manager

The elegant hexagon shape in our final image below creates a gorgeous, subtle, flower-like pattern. This design is great for coordinating with black and white marble spaces.

Don’t be afraid to incorporate a blossoming design into your home. Floral patterns aren’t just meant for your grandmother’s vintage sofa. Find a soft pattern for you kitchen floor or follow your instincts and cover your kitchen backsplash with a breathtaking scene.

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If you’ve noticed blush tones working their way into decor and design recently, you’re not alone. Whether in Goop’s feature on “The Pink Revolution” or the resurgence of a retro bathroom trend, people are talking about this hue. The popularity of this soft-but-not-too-soft shade of pink has grown in a big way in the last few years, and tile has not been immune to this trend. It’s easier than you think to tile a stunning space in pink. We’ll show you the different ways to incorporate blush into your design, whether as an accent or an all-over neutral, and make it your own.

The Old Pink

If you thought about pink a few years ago, your mind might have gone to a shade of mauve popular in the ’80s or a pastel, baby pink associated with nurseries. Like most colors, it has gone through evolutions and waxing and waning periods of being in fashion. The construct that pink is only for girls has existed for years, but the connotation is certainly changing.

“Pink is not a serious color. This is why I like to use it seriously. It is lovely and at the same time it brings in a certain distance, as if the decor made fun of itself.”—Pierre Yovanovitch, designer

The New Pink

Pink has never been as accessible as it is now. The shade can be feminine but doesn’t have to be. It pairs well with both bold and soft colors. Blush softens other intense neutrals like shades of brown, grey and black and is a compromise between a bold magenta pink and a saccharine pastel color. The new pink is neutral enough to be the perfect addition to any space. The blush tile in the photo below is a large-format size, adding an element of modernity.

3 Ways to Use Blush Tile

The effect of using blush in a tile design all depends on what you pair it with. With greys and other crisp neutrals, blush is a chic addition to an elegant space, like in the colorful but refined space below. In a large format or a metallic finish, it feels even more current. Blush can be a pop of color in a neutral space or a neutral shade in a bright, colorful palette. Here are our favorite ways to incorporate blush to get the style you’re looking for.

The New Neutral

Paired with other neutrals and simple details, blush serves as a modern, warmer neutral color in your palette. The below shower is a chic twist on a soft, all-over color that adds just the right amount of interest to a space. The textured design pops out from the rest of the shower without interrupting the simplicity of the monochromatic look.

We love the color palette in the image below. Soft grey, charcoal and white pair beautifully with the blush hues of Columbus Pink.

The pink tile below is so soft that it truly is a neutral. The overall effect is relaxed, chic and subtle.

Modern Elegance

London’s iconic Sketch restaurant is the perfect example of blush epitomizing modern elegance. Glittering gold and rose gold details, elegant finishings and blush pink are a winning combination. The shade is more welcoming than grey tones and feels utterly contemporary.

The color combination of blush and gold, especially in the subtle metallic paint splatter pattern below, is effortlessly chic yet fun.

Bold Accent

Combined with magenta and other bright colors, as seen in the photo below, blush works well with bold colors, livening up an otherwise neutral room. The abstract pattern of the glass tile (based on this colorful fabric) from the Annie Selke for The Tile Shop collection lends a playful, bright feeling to the shower.

If you just want to dip your toe into playing with blush, you can keep your tile design neutral and add pops of color with accessories, like the stool in the image below. The burnished gold finishings and crisp neutrals define the space in classic style with blush making the space feel current.

Here’s another way of incorporating a touch of blush into your design. Not only is it reflected in the art glass tile in the en suite, but the coordinating bedding and accessories allow blush to unite the space.

The Versatility of Blush

Just because blush is a trendy color doesn’t mean that you can’t make it your own. Using the Color Market Blush tile as our foundational pink hue, we set out to show how different a blush-based color palette can be using two designer collections from Pottery Barn as our inspiration.

This first mood board is undeniably elegant. Monique Lhuillier’s collection features hints of rose gold and a pared-down, modern color palette that benefits from the warmth and pop of color that blush adds. Crisp white, soft grey and cream round out the coloration of the collection.

It’s hard to believe the same shade of blush is the foundation for these two distinct color palettes. Turquoise blue, magenta and lime green accents cause blush to act as a neutral. Paired with bright, bold accent colors from the Lilly Pulitzer collection and a crisp white marble, this mood board exudes fun in a grown-up way.

Whether a dash of pink warms up your elegant space or a bright and colorful accent adds much-needed interest, today’s blush is far more versatile than the hues of the past. Explore our “Think Pink” Pinterest board for more inspiration.

Source of Pierre Yovanovitch quote: Architectural Digest

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The Announcement

Confession: We’ve been keeping a secret for the past year. And we couldn’t be more thrilled that the time has come when we can finally share it with you. The Tile Shop and Annie Selke have partnered to create an exclusive collection of more than 200 tiles that will be launching in January 2019.

“I love color, I love pattern, I love textiles. In this collaboration, we’ve taken the beauty of textiles and translated it to tile.”—Annie Selke

Brandy Janke, Tile Shop product designer, and Annie Selke

A true collaboration from the very beginning, this collection has been a labor of love for over a year. Using many of Annie’s fabrics, rugs and patterns as inspiration as well as developing new products and finishes, The Tile Shop’s product design team and the Annie Selke team created an array of tiles featuring inspired and original patterns and textures made with brand-new manufacturing techniques.

“We built a great relationship with Annie, and we saw how inspirational she is as a person. There was a great opportunity there to create a different kind of tile product.”—Brandy Janke, Tile Shop product designer

The Collection

The result is a comprehensive collection featuring coordinating substories that speak to different design trends, colors and patterns. From bold and bright to feminine and subtle, this diverse collection has something for everyone—especially fans of Annie Selke’s textiles that want to translate a look from the soft textures of a bedroom or living room into the hard surfaces of a kitchen or bathroom.

“The Tile Shop’s expertise in all things tile coupled with our expertise in fabrics and textiles has led to an extraordinary collaboration and a collection I can’t wait for everyone to see.”—Annie Selke

The Event

To celebrate the collection and introduce it to the design community, The Tile Shop and Annie Selke hosted a launch party in October in the fashion capital of the country, New York City. There, influencers, media and special guests previewed the collection and mingled with both teams to hear firsthand about what inspired the designs.

“Annie is very creative. She has a little bit of a girly flair, a feminine touch, and that’s how we design, too, so it’s a perfect meeting of the minds for us.”—Bria Hammel of Bria Hammel Interiors

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