Tile laying patterns: style, designs and ideas

Discover the full design potential of Atlas Concorde’s porcelain tiles with tile pattern ideas that can work for both floors and walls. Choose between horizontal and vertical layouts and tiles styles that elevate the desirability of private and commercial spaces. Or find out how to incorporate the timeless elegance of the Chevron and Herringbone tile patterns into your design project.

Different tile designs have the power to completely transform the final look of a room. Therefore, carefully considering how the tiles will be arranged is the next crucial step after choosing the tile. Consider these key factors when trying to select the best porcelain tile pattern for your needs.

• Size of the room: the size of the room should factor into the type of tile pattern decided on. Intricate patterns can make small rooms look even more cramped. Instead, airy spaces could benefit from striking tiling patterns and create an intimate atmosphere.

• Type of tile: the more intricate the pattern, the simpler the tile should be. The full beauty of Atlas Concorde’s decorative and mosaic tiles will be enhanced with cleaner patterns that do not make rooms too visually busy.

• Installation: however talented the tile installer there will always be unavoidable tile cutting and wasting when creating tile patterns. More complex patterns will demand more cutting.

• Room applications: you can create stunning focal point in your kitchen with a Moroccan tile pattern backsplash by using the timeless elegance of encaustic tiles, or add a touch of sophistication to your bathroom with herringbone tile pattern. You can also unleash the design potential of your shower with captivating tile patterns that add a touch of sophistication.

Explore modern flooring patterns and tiles styles that feature rectangular, geometric and square-shaped tiles. Each shape delivers its own unique effect in the kitchen, bathroom and living areas. The Marvel Diva, Boost Icor and Boost Expression collections, for instance, allow you to achieve a wide range of effects: each collection is inspired by the aesthetics of natural materials such as marble or stone.

Rectangular tile patterns are a contemporary shape frequently seen in new-build homes and commercial spaces. These timeless tile designs can be installed in numerous combinations on floors and walls. In general, their shape will make any space appear larger.

For those wanting to achieve a clean and contemporary aesthetic, rectangle tiles are always the answer. Thinner rectangles exude more of a subway tile look, while large porcelain tiles minimise the need for grout lines.

Deliver a distinct design statement with geometric tile patterns, available in scalloped and hexagonal designs. Scalloped shapes perfectly embody the Art Deco style or work wonders in coastal décor as shell-like motifs. Hexagonal shapes successfully walk a tricky balance, adding originality to interiors while still not making rooms look overly cluttered. Try hexagonal tiles for your kitchen floor tile design and create rooms with extra personality and cozy feelings. You can also complement the intricacies of your geometric tile patterns with a grout colour that enhances the design or contrasts for a bolder statement. Be sure to maintain the beauty of your patterned floors with gentle cleaning techniques that preserve grout lines and prevent damage.

Maximize the sense of spaciousness in your room with the illusion-enhancing power of square tile patterns. Square tile patterns can shine in a variety of applications from walls to floors: there are no tiles more classic and versatile than square tiles. They can be installed in grid, staggered bond and diamond patterns. Square-shaped kitchen tiles are popular and often seen on splashbacks and floors.

Discover the ceramic tile patterns that work best for your design, whether you're exploring bathroom tile patterns for a spa-like retreat or kitchen tile patterns that enhance functionality and style in your culinary space. Choose from horizontal layouts that tend to add width, while vertical tile patterns generally lengthen spaces.

Herringbone tile patterns continue to elevate the prestige of interiors and make a room look bigger with their unmistakable zig-zag design, offering both a classic charm and a contemporary flair. The Herringbone is a pattern where rectangle tiles are arranged in a V-shape at a 45° angle. Unlike a Chevron pattern, the tiles’ ends do not meet. Herringbone tile patterns are often seen on wood effect floors: the Log or Exence collections, for example, allow a variety of combinations to be replicated. For added impact, you can try a double herringbone pattern, where tiles are laid in 2 x 2 rows at a 45° angle.

Horizontal tile patterns are contemporary solutions for all areas of the home. Their adaptable shape can flourish in kitchen floor tile designs, bathrooms and living rooms projects. Horizontal tile designs are perfect for widening a small space.

Symmetry and minimalism rule the day with stacked horizontal patterns. The tiles are arranged in grid-like rows, one on top of the other. The grouting joints all precisely line up to create a uniform, clean look.

Reminiscent of brickwork, the offset tile pattern is frequently found in modern homes. Rectangular tiles are laid in horizontal rows to achieve this pattern. It often involves shifting the pattern one half-tile over each time. Accomplish the classic subway tile look with contrasting grout lines.

Boost the X factor of any room with a vertical tile pattern. Highlight the pattern even more by playing with the colours, textures and thicknesses of grout lines. Make a bold statement with juxtaposing colours. Or opt for a more understated effect and complement the colour of the joinery with the porcelain tiles. A vertical tile pattern can also transform your small bathroom into a spacious oasis by visually extending the walls upwards.

Achieve a sleek aesthetic with a vertical stack tiling pattern. These are best used as wall tile patterns if you’re hoping to achieve a high-end look with clean edges. All that is needed is for rectangle-shaped porcelain tiles to be arranged vertically in rows. Vertical stacks are also a highly sought-after pattern for bathroom tile patterns, amplifying the sense of space in smaller bathrooms.

A Chevron tile pattern continues to hold widespread appeal without diminishing its reputation as a classic design solution. Rectangular tiles are required to create this pattern. These are laid at a 45° angle with the ends of each tile meeting. Chevron tile patterns impress used in flooring tiles layout patterns, especially in wood effects.

Tiles are placed in a V-shaped pattern, with the point of the V oriented upwards. This style adds a sophisticated and dynamic touch to any space, creating a sense of movement and depth. It’s particularly effective in drawing attention to vertical surfaces and can enhance the visual interest of both contemporary and classic designs.