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To Tile or Not to Tile? The Use of Texture in Kitchens and Bathrooms

Posted on June 10th, 2020 Categories Bathrooms, Design, Kitchens, Latest News

Kitchens and bathrooms are two of the most functional areas within the home. This often causes them to be associated with being a cold and sanitary space. While there is nothing wrong with embracing a minimalist look, many of the most stunning kitchen designs and bathroom ideas involve depth and texture. One effective way to achieve this appearance is through the use of bespoke tiling. Let’s take a look at how tiles relate to bathroom and kitchen design, as well as some of the options available to you.

a Sense of Depth and Texture

There is no doubt that tiles are extremely durable. It should also be noted that they can be used to break up the visual space within a room. Tiles can be used to create a striking feature, and many kitchen designs incorporate them into specific areas such as splashbacks, floors and worktops.

Kitchen Design Ideas - Should You Incorporate Tiles? - By Design

Another benefit of tiles is that they can be coordinated with almost any bathroom or kitchen design imaginable. This is due in no small part to the huge range of sizes and patterns to choose from. For instance, one of the latest trends is the incorporation of oversized bathroom wall tiles. This style can add a spacious feel; ideal if you happen to be dealing with a smaller room. A host of unique textures also enable you to utilise tiles in synergy with existing elements such as furniture, hardware or even wood. In other words, the options are nearly limitless!

Bathroom and Kitchen Design: Adding a Subdued Touch of Colour

Many modern kitchen design ideas recommend the use of an accent wall. An accent wall is intended to capture attention while providing an unique feature to the room. However, one issue that often occurs with a solid accent wall is that it may overwhelm a room. The borders between tiles are therefore an excellent alternative, as they can break up this existing space.

Bathroom Design Ideas - By Design, Suffolk

Colour is another obvious facet of bathroom decor and kitchen design. Darker tones can be used to provide more spacious areas with a sense of warmth while bright hues (such as whites and pastels) are often incorporated to maximise the amount of ambient light present. In fact, many recent bathroom ideas involve the use of darker shades in order to compliment metallic fittings and to create a bold visual effect.

These are some of the reasons why many professional kitchen design concepts and bathroom ideas incorporate quality tiles. You will be pleased to learn that By Design offers two showrooms that can provide even further inspiration! Would you like to learn more about our selection of tiles or wish to place an order? If so, please keep up to date with our ongoing blog and contact us at your convenience. One of our representatives will be pleased to speak with your further.

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   Billy Lucas 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Denis and the team were incredibly helpful through the whole process of our kitchen refurbishment. From the initial discussions and call out with Denis, his particular eye for design came through and he made some great suggestions for opening up the space in terms of removing the chimney breast and partitioning out existing pantry which have transformed our kitchen area. Denis was there every step of the way, coming in an checking on the trades, liaising with them while we weren't in the property and project managing it to a very high standard.

The team they used were equally as thoughtful, providing great suggestions and design, with the new flooring throughout the downstairs, it feels like we live in a different house. We would highly recommend By Design to design and spec your kitchen.
  
 
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   Martin Seed 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our son & daughter-in-law suggested we contact Denis at By Design for our new kitchen, after their successful installation 3 years ago. We are pleased we did, as we are delighted with the result. German manufacture, with lots of neat innovations to make best use of our fairly limited space, and which didn’t stretch our budget. Denis has a wealth of knowledge, guiding us through the design process to a quality kitchen. We are pleased to recommend By Design. Mary & Martin South Cambridge.
  
 
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   Ian Hirsch 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. By Design recently designed, supplied and installed our new bathroom. Throughout the entire process, the service we received couldn't have been better. The main reason we chose By Design was the fantastic support we received from Denis. He was with us every step of the way, from exploring various design options to regularly checking in on the fitting progress.

The team responsible for the fitting was extremely courteous and consistently went out of their way to ensure everything was being carried out as expected. They also made a special effort to minimize any disruption to our daily routines.

Thank you for providing such excellent service and for making our bathroom renovation a smooth and pleasant experience.
  
 
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   Lee Robertson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had By design completely redo our Kitchen and all bathrooms, both processes were slick and informative, project managed by Denis and or Mark, great set of trades who had pride in their work, 100% satisfaction with both jobs and results would 100 % recommend them for any Kitchens or bathroom projects.
  
 
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   Brandi Leach 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I'm thrilled with our new bathroom from By Design. The entire experience from the initial design through to completion was excellent. It was so reassuring having Denis managing the project. He'd stop in most days to make sure everything was on track and up to his high standards and to deal with any small issues that cropped up. All of the contractors they worked with were also excellent. The entire project ran smoothly and on time. And the finished room is beautiful! Just what we wanted. We'd definitely use By Design again.
  
 
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   Anthony Butterworth 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Completely superb job on our bathroom, accomplished in spite of a number of hesitations and changes of mind on our part.  Please would you compliment and thank both your own staff and also your various subcontractors?  They were thoroughly professional, expert and speedy: and they were also extraordinarily courteous, considerate and careful in their work.  Completely beyond our expectations.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An amazing customer service with the most varied collection in a relative small area.
They offered much lower prices than Cambridge worktops. Would highly recommend.

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