As we bring you 2025 design trends in our countdown to Coverings, this week’s ceramic tile trend embodies a down-to-earth vibe.
Wrap your space in soothing “terra tones” ranging from peach to terracotta to chocolate-brown. Terra tones lend your decor the natural, grounding energy we crave in an increasingly digital world. Gentle shifts in color, layout, and texture modernize earth-colored tiles while giving us that biophilic boost we need.
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Fundamentals of the Terra Tones Trend
- Range of clay-inspired colors, often with subtle variegation
- Organic, earthy aesthetic with welcoming warmth
- Versatile appeal for use in a wide range of decor styles
Let’s unearth some spaces wrapped in the latest terra-colored ceramic tile styles!
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Velvety Vanity
Another view of the his-and-hers bathroom above showcases organic modern luxury. The matte smoky-peach shade terra-toned tile flows from the curbless shower to this vanity, softly blanketing the space. The ivory sink and upper wall balance minimalist black fixtures and accents. The wood grain also adds a natural lightness to this sanctuary.
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Toasty Tones
A glossy black accent row punctuates textured matte terra-toned tiles, punching up this simple tile pattern with a hit of spice.
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Airy Indoor-Outdoor
Sherbert-y terra shades sweeten this indoor-outdoor space and soften the warm white subway tiled wall.
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Lively Living Area
This lighthearted living room is styled to play up the pinks in the terra-toned floor and bench. The ceiling echoes the tile’s earthy vibe throughout the space.
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Kitchen Duty
With a distinctive industrialist edge, terra tones define the working space of this open kitchen, softening its sharp look with a natural clay feel.
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Talent Pool
This outdoor pool, awash with distinctive terra tones, blends beautifully into its lush surroundings.
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Art in Architecture
Light from an array of unique windows reflects on the vibrant terra-tangerine tones of this glossy brick-look tile.
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Terra Firma
Terra-toned tile set in a framed diamond pattern graces the floor of this sitting room, while the complimentary decor and ceiling panels keep this high-rise view earthbound.
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Cocoa Charisma
Chocolatey high-gloss zellige tile makes for a deliciously decorous backsplash. Spherical lighting against the vertical grid layout achieves a moody, modern aesthetic.
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Sable Steam Shower
Speaking of moody, dark chocolate framed in bold black is a decidedly decadent combo for this steam shower. What a sumptuous way to wind down from your day!
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Pattern Play
Terra-toned tiles are here to play in a modified crosshatch layout bouncing between amber and umber browns.
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Fine Dining
Terracotta-look floor tile grounds this stately yet soothing dining hall. Wood-look tile framing the herringbone layout keeps your eyes moving, as does the beamed ceiling punctuated with double-decker chandeliers.
Another view of the floor tile shows how its precise herringbone layout makes this public area feel like home.
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Rustic Charm
Terra tones pair perfectly with the unpretentious appeal of a distressed finish. Quite at-home in this farmhouse dining room, the variegated color adds textural interest, giving this space a story all its own.
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Multi-Terra
Can’t settle on one terra tone? Go for several! This statement wall boasts an array: peach, terracotta, and blush shades in a cohesive grid, courtesy of terra tones’ range of hues.
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Ground Yourself With Terra Tones
All these terrific terra-toned tile styles have us feeling grounded and gathered. Discover even more in our Pinterest collection!
What’s next in our countdown of this year’s hottest trends? Stay tuned as we spring toward Coverings 2025. We’ll keep you in the loop with a new trend spotlight each week!
