As bathrooms evolve from functional spaces into personal sanctuaries, tiles are the ultimate vehicle for setting the mood and tone. In 2025, the tile industry has a myriad of newly available colors and textures, with offerings ranging from organic to geometric. Homeowners also have options on how and where to apply these tiles, opening up a whole new world of interior design possibilities.
Within this sea of choices, we’ve seen designers getting creative, testing out bathroom tile design in beautiful and imaginative ways. To get a better sense of where these ideas are heading and which ones are here to stay, we reached out to industry experts. Here are the top five bathroom tile trends that interior designers expect to see everywhere in the new year.
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Textured Treatments
Lea Architecture / Photography by Angela Hau
Opting for a more three-dimensional tile is one way to add stylish but subdued flair to the bathroom. “We’re all for sleekness, but adding a little texture creates an energy that remains subtle, without having to include additional finishes,” says Jane Lea, principal at Lea Architecture.
In this crimson-colored bath in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, Lea used raised, dimple tiles to create visual interest against a color-blocked palette. “Textured tiles add a bit of impact and depth without creating distraction—or, importantly, expense,” she adds.
Ben Harvey, CEO of Patio Productions, emphatically agrees. “Raised geometric patterns, undulating wave-like textures, or tiles that mimic natural materials like carved stone or woven textiles create depth and catch the light in unexpected ways,” he says. “It gives the bathroom a dynamic, ever-changing feel.”
Another textured tile we’re seeing in bathrooms everywhere is the classic Zellige. “It’s less a trend and more of a timeless choice,” say Tanya Selway and Benjamin Stelly, co-principals at Stelly Selway. “Their slight, inherent waviness create gentle reflections, and automatically give the setting a sense of calm.”
Soft and Organic
Marc-Michaels Interior Design / Photography by Brian Wetzel
“Whether in a delicate botanical print or fluid, water-inspired lines, organic tile patterns can add a gentle, natural softness that many bathrooms are missing,” says Mark Tremblay, president of Marc-Michaels Interior Design.
Commonly thought of as cold and rigid, bathroom tiles are being reimagined with soft, organic shapes to create warmer, more inviting spaces. “It’s always unexpected,” adds Tremblay, however, this concept aligns with an overall shift towards rounded edges and curved shapes.
Interior designer Elissa Hall agrees. “Larger and softer sculpted forms—like rounded hexagons—are becoming more and more fashionable, rather than traditional rectangles or squares,” she says. They’re especially beautiful when paired with the clean lines of contemporary bathroom design, transforming the ordinary tiled wall into a work of art.
Micro Patterns
Courtesy Erin Sander Design
“We’re always scheming new and fresh ways to utilize tile in our designs,” says interior designer Erin Sander. “One trend we are looking to in 2025 is placing micro-pattern tiles wall-to-wall, providing depth and texture.”
Opting for small, repetitive patterns can create a uniform backdrop for mirrors and fixtures that feels almost like a wallpaper. Here, Sanders achieves this effect using the gray Savoy Triangles tiles from Ann Sacks. Nonexistent grout lines further the flat, uniform feel of this micro-patterned application.
Say It With Mosaic
Sarah Storms / Photography by Aimee Ryan
“Floors are still a star in the bathroom,” says interior designer and stylist Sarah Storms. Although the eye tends to gravitate first to wall tile, thoughtful flooring applications can help create a cohesive aesthetic.
One of her favorite approaches is implementing mosaic tiles, which can be used for both in-shower and regular floor applications. This continuity not only enhances the visual flow of the space but can also make smaller bathrooms feel more expansive.
In this textured bathroom, Storms opted for a penny-round tile mosaic in a range of beautiful blues. The choice adds a layer of visual interest within the space and, from a practical standpoint, the additional grout makes for a more slip-resistant surface.
Lori Wilke, interior designer and founder of Roseberry Allen, also noted the re-emergence of this classic tile application. “The possibilities are endless,” she says. “It’s hard to commit to a lot of color with a foundational element like tile, so the mosaic trend allows you to stay timeless—while also having a little fun.”
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Pattern Play
Marc-Michaels Interior Design / Photography by Jessica Glynn
Maximalism has made its bold return to interior design, even in the bathroom space. Previously relegated to small powder rooms, we’re seeing more and more designers go all-in on this trend, even in the primary suite. When paired with graphic wallpapers and chunky, veinous stone surfaces, patterned tiling can help round out this bold, all-or-nothing aesthetic.
In this dynamic bathroom from Marc-Michaels Interior Design, strong graphic patterning in rich, natural hues creates a space that’s anything but neutral. “We’re finding that people are ready to be bold, adventurous, and have fun with their tile,” says interior designer Erica Lugbill. “Nothing is off limits this year!”
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