The Bathroom Beautiful – What’s Trending into 2016

Ready to update your bathroom? Where do you even start? Remodeling can be stressful enough without having to second guess all of your design choices. Balancing a look that is new and modern without looking like a victim of a 10-second trend can be supremely difficult. So before you dive in, check out these fresh takes on classics that are trending for 2016.

1. FOCUS ON THE FLOOR

Statement making floors will continue to pop up everywhere in 2016. A beautifully designed mosaic can make a huge impact in a small space without overwhelming it. In larger spaces, geometric tiles are very chic.

Statement Tile Floor. Full Bathroom Remodel. Kensington Park Area. Savannah, GA. Done by Old South Flooring & Tile.

2. GRAYWASH

Gray tones are everywhere and the trend is here to stay. It works as an elegant neutral and leaves room for more vibrant accents or design elements.

Decorative pencil tiles in gray tones used to create a custom shower. Full bathroom remodel. Historic District. Savannah, GA. Done by Old South Flooring & Tile.

3. GROOVY GROUT

Believe it or not, a large part of your design can be the grout. According to the experts at Daltile:

Contrasting grout should be a deliberate design decision. On the other hand, matching grout can take a bunch of smaller tiles and make them feel more cohesive. Use matching grout if you want to hide seams or if you are going for the continuous look

Grout repair and special acid wash to clean tile. Matching grout is used to create a seamless look. Historic District. Savannah, GA. Work by Old South Flooring & Tile.

4. GEOMETRIC DESIGN

Using geometric design in tile is another way to make a statement that is effortlessly chic. You can use standard size tiles or go for something more unique and use hexagons, diamonds or other specialty tiles to create an eye-catching pattern.

Hexagonal penny tiles laid in a “daisy” pattern to create a custom shower floor. Full bathroom remodel. Historic District. Savannah, GA. Done by Old South Flooring & Tile.

5. NATURAL MATERIALS

Natural elements and materials fall in line with the growing eco-consciousness of consumers. They have the added of feeling luxe and creating a more inviting space. Utilize natural stone like marble, granite, and travertine.

Marble tub surround accented by custom decorative marble inlaid “mat.” Full bathroom remodel. The Landings. Savannah, GA. Done by Old South Flooring & Tile.

Now you’re armed with some of the hottest trends with staying power. Hopefully this will give you the boost you need to plan your new bathroom today!

Tile Trends – What’s Hot Moving into 2016

We’re back from a small hiatus and bringing to you an article all about what’s trending in tile. It’s officially fall, the kids are back in school and we’re all going to be spending a lot more time in our homes. And so, as they say, there is no time better than the present to get started on home improvement projects. Let’s take a look at what’s going on in the wide world of tile and hopefully inspire you with some of the biggest trends.

MOSAICS 

You can make a statement that is bold yet elegant by utilizing mosaic tiles in non-traditional shapes. Hexagons, marquise, ovals and more all put a chic twist on mosaics. Also gaining momentum are glass tiles in a multitude of hues, metallic finishes and even pencil tiles. These trends add visual interest and a fresh take on a classic.

Decorative Pencil Tiles Used in Shower by Old South Flooring & Tile. Savannah, GA.

Glass Tile Mosaic Shower Deco. Done by Old South Flooring & Tile. Savannah, GA.

SUBWAY TILE

A trend that has found new life and is continuing to build steam is subway tile. While many would argue that it isn’t what you would call timeless, it is certainly a classic. Have fun with subway tile by changing up the layout – go graphic, go vertical, go big. What’s old can become new again, and subway tile is certainly proof of that.

Subway Tile Wet Bar. Done by Old South Flooring & Tile. Savannah, GA.

BLACK IS THE NEW BLACK

Gray tones will remain popular for the foreseeable future, joined by a bevy of soft blacks. In addition, pastels will become the chic, new neutrals, which contrast well against the gray and black tones.

Decorative Pencil Tiles Used in Shower by Old South Flooring & Tile. Savannah, GA.

TEXTURE, TEXTURE, TEXTURE

While glossy finishes and new beveled glass tile is making a splash, different, matte textures are making an appearance in more and more designs. This is in-line with a softer, more accessible feel. Think wood-grain/wood-look tile (which is a trend unto itself) or fabric-look tiles.

Wood-Look Tile Floor in “Walnut” installed by Old South Flooring & Tile. Savannah, GA.

AU NATUREL

We live in the age of the eco-conscious and are really embracing nature. So it follows that natural materials are becoming huge. Natural stone, marble, granite and others all offer a one-of-a-kind look to any home since no two stones, tiles or slabs are exactly alike.

Marble Back Splash in Gray Tones done by Old South Flooring & Tile. Guyton, GA.

We hope you’ve found some inspiration and can use it to find more ways to love your home!