Emerging Tile Trends (2021) by Tile Depot (+common mistakes to avoid)
As you walk into Tile Depot you are overwhelmed by the sheer scale of their range. We never realised how exciting a tile showroom could be. There were huge Italian tiles, small colourful accent tiles, tiles with various textures, tiles that emulated wood and the list just doesn’t stop. The tile trends are plenty and the process of choosing the right tile is made surprisingly easy when you consult with the Tile Depot ladies.
We met Ruth and Kitty from Tile Depot and it reinforced our conviction that their values fit right in with ours at Superior Renovations. Working, selling and advising about tiles was not their only goal. Working at tile depot helping clients choose the right tile for their spaces was something of a passion.
Ruth has worked in Tile Depot for more than 15 years while Kitty has worked there for almost 8 years. Their knowledge about various tiles, upcoming tile trends and how they affect a space was phenomenal.
As a lot of our clients choose their tiles from Tile depot, it was important for us to understand how their experience was. We had a long conversation with Ruth and Kitty. In our discussion we talked about:
- tile trends of 2021
- how to select the right type of tiles for your home and situation
- tiling mistakes that people should avoid
- how tiles can affect the aura of a room.
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18 Top trends in Bathroom Tile Design for 2021 in Auckland
Top 6 Tile Trends for 2021 by Kitty
1. Large Slabs of tiles
There are many advantages to using larger tiles in small and big spaces alike. Larger tiles make an area look ‘less busy’ says Ruth. There are lesser grout lines which means that when you use a large slab of tile in a small bathroom for example, then your room will look more spacious as opposed to if you use smaller tiles. Choose 600 by 600 or even 600 by 1200 for your spaces to bring out an elegant and spacious look for any room.
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Bathroom renovation in Ellerslie using large tiles on the floors
Greenhithe bathroom renovation with large square tiles
Large Neutral tiles with a marble look used in Avondale for 3 bathrooms
2. Tiles with Patterns
Gone are the days when tiles were just used for convenient clean up your bathrooms and kitchen. The conventional use of tiles has long been past. They are now used to add personality and aura to the room. Tiles used as feature walls or as a pattern on the wall have become very popular. 2021 will see a rise in the use of patterned tiles to add character to a room or as a feature wall. These vintage designs bring in some old-world charm to the modern homes of today.
 A wide range of contemporary patterned tiles that can be used in a number of ways to add character to a room (Tile Depot, 2020) |
 Navy Artisan tiles used as a feature wall in the bathroom (Tile Depot, 2020) |
 BrickOne Rosso Tiles used as a feature wall in the living room (Tile Depot, 2020) |
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Patterned tiles used in bathroom floors for a bathroom renovation in Hillsborough
3. Colours – Earthy tones
Accent tiles and splashbacks have become very popular in earthy tones. Earthy tones exude a feeling of warmth and create a calm rustic look for any space. Earthy tones draw their inspiration for natural elements such as the sun, earth, sky, and greenery. Most Italian tiles fall into this category adding a Mediterranean look when used in any room. This Tile trends has been growing for a few years and is set to rise in 2021.
 Casablanca Red adding a warm and earthy touch to a bathroom (Tile Depot, 2020) |
 Earthy May Olive and Fern (Tile Depot, 2020) |
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Earthy tones and mosaic tiles used in a Bathroom and Kitchen renovation in Stanmore Bay
4. Vibrant coloured tiles – the Casablanca collection
Tile trends are seeing a growth in the minimalist look with streamlined modern designs has also meant the growth of Vibrant tiles as accent walls or splashbacks. This is so people can add a ‘pop’ of colour to an otherwise neutral interior. The Casablanca collection at Tile Depot consists of a diverse range of bright and vibrant colours that can be used in any setting or space. Use Casablanca Black in your bathroom for an industrial look or Casablanca red to create a playful rustic look.
 Casablanca Sky Blue as a feature wall in the bathroom (Tile Depot, 2020) |
 Casablanca Orange (Tile Depot, 2020) |
 Casablanca Bottle Green as a splash-back in the kitchen (Tile Depot, 2020) |
5. Textured Feature walls
Traditionally textured tiles were only used around fireplaces and foyers. Textured have seen a growth in tile trends as feature walls as it generates interest and brings an essence of the outdoors into your home. The Lyon range at Tile Depot can be cleverly used as a feature wall in bedrooms and living areas.
 Textured tiles in the bathroom (Tile Depot, 2020) |
 Textured Bronze Sky tiles used as a splash back in the kitchen (Tile Depot, 2020) |
 Textured Black as a back-splash (Tile Depot, 2020) |
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Textured Hexagonal Tiles used as a backplash in Bucklands Beach Kitchen renovation
3d hexagonal Tiles used as a backsplash in Parnell for a Kitchen renovation
6. Metal Range
Mixing elements of metal along with tiles is another growing trend to bring out an industrial look. Mix metals as patterns in your living room to make a unique pattern or simply use it as accent tiles in your kitchen.
 Metallic Stone Tile (Tile Depot, 2020) |
 Metallic Rock Silver Tile (Tile Depot, 2020) |
 Metallic Rock Bronze Tile (Tile Depot, 2020) |
Your needs as a Family greatly determine the types of tiles suited for you
Your needs as a family can be a huge factor on the type of tiles you choose for your home. Your needs as a family with young children would be very different compared to if you have elderly relatives living with you. When thinking about elders you should think of functionality more than just what the current tile trends are.
Ruth explains in greater detail on the types of tiles suited for various types of family and the importance of choosing your tiles with great care. Look at our chart below to understand the types of tiles suited for your home.
Young Families
Families with young children lead busy lives especially if they also have a career to juggle. Low maintenance tiles which prove easy to clean and are durable are their top priority.
Recommended tiles:
- Matte Finish tiles: Always remember the smoother the tiles the more slippery they will be. To avoid accidents and mishaps, choose matte finish tiles for your home.
- Smooth tiles: Avoid textured tiles for families with young kids as they are harder to clean when compared to smooth tiles.
 An example of Low-Risk Porcelain tile |
 An example of a Moderate Risk Tile |
Families with Elders
Anti-slip tiles are vital for elders and people with disabilities. The common misconception is that you can use outdoor tiles inside your home to avoid accidents due to slipping. This however is not true as outdoor tiles should never be used indoors.
Recommended tiles:
- Matte Finish – Smoother the tiles the slipperier they are. Hence use matte finish tiles to avoid any unwanted accidents.
- Antislip ratings – Tiles are rated between R9 to R13 with a standard interior tile having a rating of R9. If you are tiling an area that is at a slope, then it would be wise to choose one with a higher rating. The higher the rating the more slip-resistant it is.
- LifeMark Range R10 – Lifemark range that has been tested with slight slip resistance which is good for bathroom/shower, so if any household that is elderly, adult that has been injured or with young kids they should consider looking at the Lifemark range for a better slip resistance
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A bathroom with LifeMark Tiles on the floor (Tile Depot, 2020)
Kitty shares the top 3 mistakes people make while choosing tiles for their home
1. Choosing small tiles for small spaces
As mentioned above, this is a very common mistake that people make when choosing tiles for their home. If your space is small, then choose large slabs of tiles to avoid breaks (in form of grout lines) between tiles.
2. Not buying extra tiles
It often happens that people buy the exact number of tiles that they require to tile a certain room. Kitty says that it is wise to buy an extra box of tiles for the future. It is common that stores discontinue a certain model of tiles which means that if something goes wrong in the future and you have to replace a tile then you might not be able to buy the exact one from the store again. In this case you might have to re-tile the entire area. To avoid this its best to have a spare box of tiles that you can use in case of any future mishap.
3. Always take a sample tile home before committing to the purchase
How a tile looks inside the store is very different to what it will look like in your bathroom. Factors like natural lighting of your bathroom and the layout greatly determine the shade of light that your tile will appear as. Hence its good to ask for a sample of the tile that you like and see how it looks inside your room.
Featured Projects
Full home Renovation in Parnell
This townhouse was centrally located in Parnell but the kitchen was tiny and lacked counter space. We completely changed the layout of this kitchen by first moving it from the left side of the area to the right. We then added cabinets in the dining area as an extended storage space. This cabinet featured shelves with internal lights which could be opened when required. The 3D textured Tile backplash was the star of of the kitchen. To see Before and After pictures and project specifications see more
Spanish Style Kitchen, Bathroom and Laundry renovation in Auckland
Mary Stuart’s renovation was as much as a credit to her as it was to our designers and renovators. She had a clear vision tearing of converting an old closed off kitchen into an open and spacious Spanish style rustic kitchen. The use of mosaic tiles as feature strips in her kitchen and bathroom truly incorporated a Spanish feel to her Auckland kitchen. She was not afraid of bold colours and wanted to convert her bathroom and kitchen into a rustic villa reminiscent of Spain right her in Auckland see more
Renovation Projects with Subway Tiles
Todd Chandler’s renovation in St Heliers – Subway tiles used on Bathroom walls
Avondale home renovation – Subway tiles used as a backsplash in the kitchen
West Harbour home renovation – Subway tiles used in Kitchen and Bathroom
Craig and Amber’s home renovation – Subway tiles used in the Kitchen
Further Resources
- Ideas for Bathroom renovations in our bathroom renovation gallery of bathrooms we have renovated in Auckland
- Ideas for Kitchen renovations in our kitchen renovation gallery for kitchens we have renovated in Auckland
- Featured projects and Client stories to see specifications on some of the projects.
- Real client stories from Auckland
Is flooring included in my renovation?
We provide a full service to renovate any given area. So if we are renovating your bathroom then flooring will be included in our service to renovate your bathroom. This applies to all the rooms in the house. We can also do just flooring for your entire house which means that we will design, supply, install and project manage your flooring project.
Do you work with Tile Depot?
Tile depot is one of our partners for flooring for renovations. We have been working with Tile Depot for quite a while and we often take our clients there to select tiles for their renovations.
Will you help me with the design process for selecting tiles?
Our project manager along with our design team will help you select the right type of tiles for your renovation. We also rely on the expertise of the Tile depot staff to help our clients make the right choice in tiles.
What type of tiles should i be using for my bathroom?
Our designer can help you with choosing the right type of tile depending on your design preference and the type of family situation you have. You can also read our article on bathroom design trends to have a better understanding of what most clients prefer these days https://superiorrenovations.co.nz/16-top-trends-in-bathroom-tile-design-for-2019/
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