Chic since forever, tile has been a building block of interior design since ancient Egyptian times. And while a uniform, subway tile can impart cleanliness and sophistication in any bathroom, why not switch up a bit? More than ever, top designers have embraced mixed tiles in bathrooms—and for great reason. Mixing tile patterns, shapes, styles, or shades can be a sure-fire way to add immediate intrigue to an otherwise understated bath.
Opt for a daring mosaic tile on the floor of a bath and a crisp, white tile wall for a fun contrast. Or play around with scale and mix teeny-tiny, hexagonal tiles with large oblong tiles for a sense of variation. If you prioritize consistency over everything, dress your bathroom walls and floors with the same color tile, but mix in tiles of different shapes and sizes.
Mixing tile patterns in bathrooms also have the added benefit of designating space, adding dimension. But the key to mastering mixing is prioritizing balance. Pick up some mixed tile bathroom ideas from these 40 expertly designed spaces. From modern bathroom suites to elegant powder rooms, these baths mix tiles in all shapes and styles to impressive effect.
For this Silver Lake guest bath renovation, designer Stefani Stein bounded a Greek Key border around varying, white hexagonal tiles and blue tile accents. The result is a cohesive and comfortable space with clearly defined sections.
To elongate this narrow vanity space, design firm TRG Architecture + Interior Design implemented mirrored tiles and eye-catching mosaic tiles on the floor. A unique vanity, contemporary art, and decadent chandelier complete this modern, luxurious bathroom.
In this mountain mansion master bath, designer Scott Corridan employed differing tiles of travertine to create this cohesive, yet nuanced, beige bathroom. The neutral space effortlessly gives way to an outdoor hot tub with a view.
New York-based firm Taconic Builders did wonders in building this custom mosaic tile floor. The varying colors of square tiles come together to create a beautiful, vine pattern, which provides contrast to the oblong granite tiles in the surrounding shower.
A wooden vanity fits snugly in this vanity nook that’s furthered sectioned off by floor to wall white subway tile. Firm Daher Interior Design mixed it up with gray and white marble tiles of varying shapes and shades to create a bath with a sense of character.
To clearly define the shower space and open-air tub, Interior Archaeology implemented a thin, brick tile with some shine which complements the tan marble at display in this Queen Anne beach house bath.
Designer Lori Carroll manages to balance a multitude of earthy tones in this ultra-tiled shower. Black matte shower fittings and a strategically placed mauve towel resemble the many colors and textures at play, making for the perfect spot to relax and unwind.
If you want to incorporate mixed tiles in your bathroom without sacrificing subtlety, follow the lead of interior firm 2to5 Design in this Evanston bathroom and opt for a simple white-black combination. Black mosaic floors and a white brick tile wall allow the light wood vanity and mirrors to truly pop.
Michigan-based studio CLOTH & KIND provided a playful feel to this bungalow bath by way of a mixed tile mosaic floor. The inverse of the pretty patterned tiles in the shower and the white subway tile on the walls make for a varied, yet unified, look.
Chicago-based studio MILIEU proves that neutral doesn’t have to be one-note in this Lake Shore Drive bath. Oblong beige tiles on the wall and assorted square tiles on the floor tie together this spotless shower.
A granite-topped wooden vanity, diamond-shaped tiles, and multi-shaded natural stone tiles come together to create this earthy master bath designed by Dallas-based designer Nicole Arnold.
New York-based interior designer Young Huh mimicked a bathroom rug by placing a white and tan mosaic tile atop a uniform, granite floor. A shiny, silver accented vanity, shimmery wall tiles, and a luxurious chandelier further transform this bath into a spa-like oasis.
Open bathroom spaces with plenty of sectioned off space lend themselves naturally to mixed tiles. Interior design firm W Design creatively put together chevron, basketweave, and subway tiles on different walls of this bath to delineate the tub, shower, and vanity spaces.
This master bath thought up by Dallas-based designer Denise McGaha puts the power of mixed tile at full display. A half-half hexagonal and oblong tiled wall is enough to add so much oomph to this crisp, shower space.
New York-based design firm Gleicher Design constructed this gorgeously warm shower and bath using burnt orange and tan square tiles. A custom built orange wood vanity, neutral tiled floors, and plenty of natural light complete this sunset-inspired space.
Interior designer Alexandra Rae created this minty-fresh wonderland using various tiles and shades of green and white. The tiled lines cut through different spaces, adding dimension, while the rectangular mosaic piece on the wall echoes the shape of the shower.
Take a page from designer Amy Morris’ playbook and mix and match unexpected tile shapes and colors. A floor-to-wall navy blue subway tile shines paired with a unique, basketweave tile floor. A freestanding tub with gold attachments and a traditional accent chair add even more character to this put-together bathroom.
Beige accents, earthy tones, and leopard print-like textures tie together this bold bathroom designed by Massachusetts-based designer Susan Dearborn. A silver vessel sink and smoothly carved wooden vanity complete the look.
Even white and gray tiles can have some pizzazz, as displayed by Chicago-based designer Elizabeth Stamos in this crisp and clean shower space. Mismatching square tiles and herringbone tile floors provide an intriguing background for a free-standing tub and a crystal chandelier(!).
KNOF Design knows how to take it to the next level. If you’re looking for total drama, look no further than this bath with shimmery mosaic tile walls. A traditional bathroom vanity and a uniquely shaped mirror meet the level of spectacle of the attention-grabbing walls.
Miami-based firm Dunagan Diverio Design Group opted for a circle wall mirror, bulbous hanging pendants, and a rounded vessel sink to cut the straight lines at play in the mixed granite tiles on the walls of this bathroom.
For this serene, spa-like bath, California studio Haus of Meeshie expertly paired a white, black-bordered square tile with a mosaic floor. Together, they bring in a gorgeous side table with Asian-inspired paintings.
Venice-based designer Andrea Michaelson brings shine and shimmer to this moody bath by way of a tessellate gold and silver mosaic tile. The glimmer of the walls echoes the warm luster of the freestanding sink and overhead sconce.
While the white subway tiled-shower makes this bath designed by Miami-based firm Kakar House of Design feel classic, a mosaic tiled floor brings some zing. A pop of the same pattern is included in the shower niche for a sense of cohesion.
The black, grid shower doors in this bath designed by Chicago-based firm KitchenLab Interiors brings in the adorable, mixed tiled floors. The radial, flowerlike design makes the whole space feel interesting and inviting, while the oblong, marble tiles on the wall maintains a sense of tradition.
D.C.-based designer Melissa Colgan designer brought in this multi-colored, cubic tile for some edge. While the trippy, 3D floors are attention-grabbing, the varied subway tiles and hexagonal floors in the shower also add plenty of charisma.
San Francisco-based design firm HSH Interiors ingeniously combined a black-grey-white hexagonal tiled floor with matte black subway tiled walls in this bright and airy master bath.
In this gorgeous, seaside-inspired bathroom, Santa Monica firm M. Elle Design installed plenty of muted green, blue and purple diagonal tiles along with a mosaic edges. Gold fixtures and a vintage mirror complete this calming vanity space.
In this bathroom, Palo Alto-based firm Sustainable Home shows that mixed tiles don’t need to be an all-encompassing design element. A multi-colored tile trim is enough to add that extra oomph.
Mixed tiles are a sure-fire way to show off the intricate veining of marble while putting on even more design dynamism. Regan Billingsley Interiors demonstrates how utilizing diverse colors and types of tiles can make a marbled bath even more exuberant.
In this half-sauna, half-shower bath, designer Shannon Connor employs a mesmerizing, cubic tile that helps brings in the copper-colored oblong tile on the walls.
San Francisco firm Mansfield + O’Neil shows that the black-and-white combo doesn’t have to be boring. A white subway tiled wall meets its black counterpart in this sophisticated bathroom. The visual division also helps bring in a multi-colored tiled shower pan.
Interior design studio Fanny Haim & Associates created a one-of-a-kind mixed tile wall in this Miami master bathroom. The flower-power inspired tiles totally energizes this already light-filled bathroom, also accentuating the vertically striped, multi-colored floors.
In this impressive interior, SoCal studio SUBU Design Architecture encompassed this shower with a ceramic, decorative tile, creating a beach resort-like ambiance. The cerulean shower pan tiles highlights the hints of sea-blue throughout the whole bath.
Dallas-based firm S.B. Long Interiors put rectangles on repeat in this visually arresting bath. Although the shape stays consistent, the black and white contrast builds interest and dynamism.
If you’re interested in bringing in a unique piece of artwork into your bathroom, follow Robbins Architecture’s lead and create art using mixed tiles. This soon-to-bloom cherry blossom tree depicted out of teensy tiles elevates this master bathroom.
In this renovation of a historic home, reDesign Home mixes and matches a mosaic tile floor with a white subway tile floor. A black trim window and matte wall divvies up the space even more, while an embellished, vintage mirror and wall lamps complete the look.
For this Holmby Hills home, Hollywood-based KES Studio selected this reflective bronze chevron tile to complement the warmly-lit wall sconces flanking a large, bathroom mirror. The marble countertop’s points downward, echoing the diagonal criss-cross of the tile above.
LA firm Brown Design Group switched up the tiles in this monochromatic shower. Muted purples and neutrals are at full display through the various shaped and styled tiles, creating a visually intriguing and cohesive place.
KitchenLab Interiors utilizes mixed tiles again in this bright, California bath. Hexagonal-tiled floors and shiny, chevron-tiled walls provide the backdrop for a formidable double vanity with matching oval mirrors atop.
