Tile INSPIRATION GALLERY
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Using Tile in Interior Design
Choosing the right tile for your design project requires balancing several key design factors. You'll need to consider the location and function of the space: A kitchen floor requires high durability, while a shower demands low moisture absorption and excellent slip resistance.
Visually, color, pattern, size, and texture are crucial. Light-colored, large-format tiles can make a smaller room feel open and expansive, while a vibrant mosaic or a geometric patterned tile can establish a bold focal point.
Matte tile finishes are increasingly popular for their modern, understated look and better slip resistance on floors, while glossy finishes can amplify light on walls or backsplashes.
Navigating these choices is where the expertise of our Design Services comes in. Our experienced professionals offer one-on-one design consultations to help you explore our extensive tile product selection and receive tailored recommendations. Then, use our Room Visualizer tool to see these potential tile styles in your spaces. Our DeGraaf Interiors Team provides the support and inspiration to help you transform your tile vision into a beautiful reality.
The tile trends in Grand Rapids beautifully reflect our city’s diverse architecture, from historic homes to sleek, contemporary condos and the pervasive Modern Farmhouse style. Tile is essential for bringing both function and aesthetic definition to these unique spaces.
Tile use in these home styles blends rustic elements with clean lines. Key trends include wood-look porcelain tile on floors for the warmth of hardwood without the maintenance, and lighter, large-format subway tiles for backsplashes and showers, sometimes laid in vertical or staggered patterns for a modern twist.
In modern homes and urban lofts, homeowners embrace large-format tiles to create a seamless, cohesive look with minimal grout lines. Matte finishes and a move toward warm, earthy neutrals like soft beige, taupe, and clay tones, are replacing the once-dominant cool grays to provide an organic, welcoming atmosphere.
In smaller spaces like powder rooms or laundry areas, bold tile is making a major comeback. Grand Rapids homeowners lean towards geometric patterns like hexagons or diamonds, or use handcrafted, textured tiles to add depth, personality, and an artisanal feel.