As a design writer who focuses on kitchens and bathrooms, I'm basically permanently on the hunt for new trends, and I've noticed a shift when it comes to tiles. While we used to value the newest, most striking finishes, we seem to be increasingly interested in finding more personalized, sentimental designs, and no tile trend encapsulates this better than pattern splicing.
This approach, where patterned, motif tiles are used in conjunction with simple, plain tiles, feeds into the modern desire for more imperfect, human-led design elements within the home. Damla Turgut, from Otto Tiles, explains, "There’s been a shift away from uniform, highly controlled interiors towards spaces that feel more layered, organic, eclectic and personal. Pattern splicing reflects this, offering a way to introduce character and individuality without relying on color or heavy pattern."
