Tactile and textured tiles: Elevate your space
Our senses crave texture; it’s a primordial desire, perhaps rooted in our caveman past. There’s an undeniable allure in running your fingers over the veins of a leaf, the whorls of a seashell, or the bumps on a tortoise shell. Texture invites us to engage with surfaces beyond just sight, evoking a deeper sensory experience.
The rise of refined relief patterns
Luxury interiors are increasingly embracing the charm of multifaceted tiles. Enter the relief trend, where modern tiles take on the organic curves of wind-blown sand and the rippled textures of seabeds. Fluted, curved, ridged, and pointed surfaces are making waves in exclusive spaces, especially within the Funky Tile range at Stiles.
The allure of fluted tiles
Characterised by their intriguing three-dimensional surfaces, fluted tiles introduce a sense of movement through their playful interaction with light and shadow. These tiles aren’t just surfaces; they’re statements.
Insights from Cevisama
Steve Joubert, CEO of Stiles, shared his insights from Cevisama, a prestigious Spanish trade fair for ceramics and natural stone. ‘Relief finishes were a standout, with fluted patterns trending across various styles, from wood to marble,” he noted. “They were the most popular wall finish on display.’
Tiles: Luxurious and practical
Tiles add a touch of luxury and decadence to any space. They’re particularly favoured by bathroom designers who are tapping into the wood-look trend.
‘Wood effect’ tiles offer a practical and visually appealing alternative to real wood in humid environments. Cifre Ceramica’s Jarel decorative wall tiles, with their oak, walnut and wengue finishes, perfectly mimic trendy wood panelling with narrow ridges.
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The Matiz Range: Contemporary elegance
Stiles’ Matiz Range from Funky Tiles offers a sleek finish with a hint of gloss. These tiles feature a low, triangular prism profile, creating a subtle stripe illusion.
Perfect for modern kitchens, bathrooms or utility backsplashes, they can be laid vertically to accentuate height or horizontally to widen a space. Available in a palette inspired by the art of painting, the range includes sandy beige, white, delicate pink, sea green, orange and blue.
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Cuore My C Deluxe: Timeless fluted curves
The Cuore My C Deluxe range from Stiles’ Funky Tiles features classical, curvaceous surfaces reminiscent of ancient Greek and Roman architecture.
These glossy tiles are perfect for bold indoor and outdoor applications, such as braai areas, fireplace surrounds, and stylish commercial spaces. They’re increasingly popular for creating fluted bases for kitchen islands or bathroom vanities.
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Elevate your interiors with the tactile allure of fluted tiles from Stiles, and let texture transform your spaces into luxurious havens.
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