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COVERINGS’ 10 TILE TRENDS Coverings, the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, compiled a list of the top 10 tile trends forecasted by three leading international tile associations and sponsors of Coverings, Ceramics of Italy/Confindustria Ceramica, Ceramic Tile Manufacturers Association of Spain/Tile of Spain, and Tile Council of North America. The following tile trends are a preview of the newest and most admired styles to be discovered during Coverings 2021, to be held July 7-9, in Orlando. Venice Villa, Iris US Tile Council of North America
D’Autore, Natucer Tile of Spain
FLECKED EFFECT: This trend features
a kaleidoscope of colors or floating fragments of shapes, where the patterns lend a burst of energy to floors and walls. From chunky to fine flecks, and large slabs to smaller tiles, the flecked effect offers endless, unique style options.
Nuance, Tonalite (Color: Sage) Ceramics of Italy
GORGEOUS GREENS: Using shades of
green with tile textures reminiscent of nature will be a popular approach to bring the outdoors inside.
SOFT TEXTURES: With a growing pref-
erence for toned-down designs, look to trending tile options that offer softer and more natural looks as people yearn for a connection to nature.
Lyon, Porcelanite Dos Tile of Spain
Luxor, Ceracasa Tile of Spain
IN VEIN: Expect to see large-scale veining
in 2021. Marble-look designs are evolving; some have fewer wide, riverlike veins with flowing movement and clean edges, while others have more angular, frenetic looks.
Keynote, Fondovalle Ceramics of Italy
HIGH GLOSS: Glossy tiles offer eye-
catching shine and durability for areas that need to be cleaned often, which is why the high gloss trend is expected to make a big comeback this year.
BIOPHILIA: Thanks to advancements
In-Side, Crossville, Inc. Tile Council of North America 8
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in high-definition printing, ceramic tile can be used to achieve biophilic design, which has been found to support cognitive function, physical health and psychological well-being. Ceramic tile designs are moving to more natural and untreated wood looks, as the timber elements evoke calm environments and a sense of nature.
XXL: Extra-large ceramic tiles are increasing in popularity. This trend enables countless applications and design possibilities, with large-format tiles that come in sizes up to 5.25 feet by 10.5 feet, and thicknesses ranging from 3.5 millimeters to 2 centimeters.
