Terracotta means ‘baked earth’ in Italian and resembles just that. Made from clay and fired like pottery, terracotta is an ancient material that can be used to make tiles, ornaments, sculptures and more. We’ve been studying trends for 2017 and it seems that people are moving toward warm tones and looking to Mediterranean influences for their decor. Terracotta tiles were very popular in the 80's and were used as border tiles or for decorative purposes. Today, there is a huge variety of colours, patterns and textures available, making this material easy to use in virtually any space in your home.



In the Bedroom

Terracotta tiles are somehow considered appropriate only for the outdoors and are therefore limited in their use inside the house. We choose to disagree! Play around a bit and don’t be afraid to use these tiles in your bedroom, to give the room a feeling of always being on holiday. You can choose a glossy finish which adds elegance while toning down the red colour to make it more neutral. Whether your room is minimal or traditional, these tiles won’t feel out of place.



In the Kitchen

Convert your kitchen into a Mediterranean oasis with bright terracotta tiles. Apart from being very pretty, these tiles are durable and easy to clean. You could opt for tiling other parts of the kitchen with different shades of terracotta to give the room a more rustic feel. You could do plain tiles on the floor and patterned tiles on the walls for some variety.



In the Bathroom

Bathrooms that look like they’re on a spaceship (with everything covered in glossy, white finishes) are so out! These reddish tiles will give you a more personalised, warm feel. You must ensure you seal the tiles properly as they’re made of natural materials. These earthen tiles can turn your place of solace into a Moroccan-style spa!



Outdoors

Terracotta looks most natural in its natural habitat - the great outdoors. If you’re lucky enough to have a private pool, garden or courtyard, lining the walkways and patio with these tiles adds layers of dimension and character. Invoke Mediterranean charm and spend evenings with friends in your little Spanish sanctuary.



Terracotta brings a sense of warmth and cosines to a home and gives interiors a more rustic and elegant appeal. Terracotta tiles are not as common as marble, stone or glass, which gives you the unique advantage of having your home really stand out in the eyes of your guests. Ensure the overall theme of your home does not clash with the tiles, though you can treat terracotta as a darker neutral. We love the fact that this trend is back, and we hope you do too!

