By Marica

One hot hot hot décor trend that we’ve been keeping our eye on for the past year or so is the patterned tile trend. The web is a-wash with images of beautiful contemporary interiors tiled with traditional Moroccan or Mediterranean-style tiles. It started slow – a good thing I think as this trend is so visually stimulating it might take one a while to adjust to its attractive yet imposing busyness.

The trend has gradually migrated from floors to walls which has only made us like it all the more. Using a mix-and-match selection of tiles with different colours and patterns further enhances the playfulness of this trend. The end result is a quirky and eclectic patchwork effect with a slight Bohemian flavour.

This trend is however not for the faint-hearted. Balance is also very important. If you want your patchwork tiles to have maximum appeal it is best to introduce it to a fresh space with an overly white backdrop. The trendy Scandi-type style would be the perfect match.

If you love the idea of having patchwork tiles in your home but don’t feel brave enough to commit to tiling a large area – start small. Apply it as a small backsplash in your guest loo, or intersperse it with plain white tiles for a more reserved style statement.

Need a little patterned tile inspiration? Check out these gorgeous tiled examples…

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Image via: http://www.husohem.se/Hem/Villa/Bohemiskt-inrett-med-liten-budget/#

Image via: http://www.madeamano.com/template/t09.php?menuId=211

Image via: https://www.behance.net/gallery/INTERIOR-NI/13937221

Image via: http://www.septimiuskrogh.dk/portfolio/kitchen/

Image via: http://www.originalstyle.com/en/tiles/product?id=8512A

Image via: http://www.we-heart.com/2013/06/21/hallys-cafe-london/

Image via: http://freshome.com/2014/03/01/distinctive-captivating-travelers-apartment-moscow/

Image via: http://www.tilevera.com/tile_envy/?p=13978