5 Tile Trends To Emerge From The Cersaie Exhibit in Bologna, Italy

H&H’s Senior Interiors Editor Stacy Begg recently returned from her visit to Bologna to attend Cersaie – the International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings.

Here, she shares the top 5 tile trends that she expects will make a splash in the new year!

1. Tile As Wallpaper

One of the most innovative looks at Cersaie is large-format porcelain tiles that have been designed to resemble wallpaper. From toile to botanical, these intricate tile designs allow us to reimagine where we can achieve the wallpaper look in our homes.

PAPIER Espoir Chaud Mirage , PAPIER Encanto Mirage

2. Manmade Exotic Slabs

Italian manufacturers continue to push the limits with clever tile designs that replicate the look of exotic stones from around the world. These tile slabs made from porcelain deliver the same drama as natural stone and can be bookmatched for a more convincing result.

Iskra Ardesia Cerdomus, Patagonia Emerald Slabs Gardenia Orchidea

3. Cool Combinations

With an incredible selection of tiles now available on the market, there is no limit to how they can be mixed and matched to create a unique design. Blending different colors, sizes, shapes and even varying the direction will bring visual and textural interest to your hardworking spaces.

Masterpiece Lea Ceramiche, Homey Ceramiche Piemme

4. Reimagined Subway Tiles

Italian manufacturers are jazzing up the classic subway tile by mixing colors in unexpected ways. Stacking them vertically in irregular patterns creates a more playful design that feels fresh and modern.

Tetris Ceramica Sant’Agostino , Small La Fabbrica

5. Woody Tiles

Get the warmth and richness of natural wood with the durability of porcelain. From beadboard to interlocking wood planks, these tile slabs are an ideal choice for both residential and commercial spaces.

Komi Ceramica Fondovalle, Laos Ubud Mirage