“Mosaics create texture that adds depth and dimension to a space. More: Create a Zen Getaway With an Interior Courtyard Elissa Morgante, co-principal of Morgante Wilson Architects, a residential architecture and interior design firm based in Evanston, Illinois With so many options, it’s never been easier to use tile to turn a simple space or surface into a ‘wow’ factor of a project.”ĭesigned by Elissa Morgante, co-principal of Morgante Wilson Architects, a herringbone tiled fireplace surround becomes the focal point of a study. “Mosaic tiles are available in a range of sizes, from half-inch tiles to larger formats, and in a massive variety of stones, shapes and colors-plus with different accents like metal inserts.
In addition to different colors that can either contrast or blend with the mosaic itself, grout is now available with some shimmer and sparkle for a bit of drama. “Another way to enhance the look is to play with grout choice. As part of that look, we like to use mosaic tiles to break up expanses and introduce movement, texture and color. Oversized tile is having a moment right now due to its clean lines. “When you’re doing an entire field of larger tile, whether on walls or floors, mosaic tile is a fantastic tool to add a pattern or incorporate different materials, colors and finishes. By using a contrasting grout color to set it off, the end result looked like a gorgeous fabric draped across the floor. We recently added a small-scale herringbone mosaic tile inlay to a mudroom floor. Mosaic tile can also add interest in a more utilitarian setting, too. It’s a space where unique patterns can create a customized look. “A bar backsplash is a great place to have fun with mosaic tile. “While mosaic tile can be used in a larger format, it works especially well on an element you want to showcase, such as a fireplace surround or a backsplash.
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“Their smaller scale makes mosaics a particularly effective design tool they can be utilized minimally as trim in a bathroom or kitchen space or as a large-scale art piece,” Ms. “Available in a range of colors and textures, and easily manipulated to create larger panoramas, mosaics infuse personality into interiors,” said Katie Michael-Battaglia, design director, Nemo Tile + Stone with showrooms in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The look and feel is only a matter of imagination.
“Just as a piece of jewelry can transform an outfit, tile is a finishing touch that can complete the design aesthetic and character by adding just the right amount of texture, color, movement and pattern,” Ms. “Mosaic tiling can have a huge impact on a room’s overall look or mood, whether it’s used as an accent or a statement piece,” said Elissa Morgante, co-principal of Morgante Wilson Architects, a residential architecture and interior design firm based in Evanston, Illinois. Colors and patterns come together in kaleidoscopic effect, bringing dimension anywhere you put them. Mosaic tiles have an exotic feel that takes you on a faraway journey. This week we look at how to create impact with mosaic tiles. Each week Mansion Global tackles a topic with an elite group of designers from around the world who work on luxury properties.
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