Bathroom Tile Inspiration

Penny Round Tiles in celadon from Ann Sacks, apartmenttherapy.com.

One of first projects on the new house is re-doing one of three bathrooms. I've been pulling together a little bathroom inspiration to maybe get an idea of what kind of tile we might want to use. We definitely want something classic in white or carrera marble. The house is 250 years old so we don't want to get to modern. I love hexs, penny rounds, basketweave, and subway tiles. But which one to choose? The bathroom is on the first floor and maybe a potential rental apartment. So I don't want to go to fancy. Check out some of my ideas above and below.

Small hexs, apartmenttherapy.com.

Larger hex tiles with subway, apartmenttherapy.com.

Subway tiles with hex floor, dominomag.com.

Cork penny rounds, dominomag.com.

Carrera marble basketweave, merchantcircle.com.

Waterworks

The closing is thankfully going smoothly. Looks like we will have the house by July 11. I am so excited. I can't wait to get started on all my fun projects.

I headed over to Waterworks showroom in Greenwich today to help me get a little bathroom inspiration. Waterworks is great store to check out if your going for a traditional looking bathroom. I totally fell for these open washstands and the 2" hexagon shape tiles. The hexagon shape is so classic but the larger shape tile in an unexpected twist. I think I might pair it with a subway tile on the walls or covering the inside of bathroom stall. I can't remember the name of the tile shown in the hex shape but I told is was pretty pricy. They suggested using carrera marble which is a cooler looking stone and a more reasonable price point. Check out more: waterworks.com.

Cork Penny Round Mosaic Tile

My favorite tile in the world is white penny round mosaic tiles. The look is classic and a great choice for any bathroom renovation. These eco-friendly cork alternatives come from a company called Habitus. The cork and grout can be custom dyed. A few examples of recent projects are pictured here. Check out more at: habitusnyc.com.

I found these super awesome cork penny rounds via former House & Garden editor turn contributing glam.com blogger. Jen is always in the know about the coolest cork flooring. Check out Jen's blog for more nesting tips: blogs.glam.com/glamnest/.

Mosaic House

I popped in into Mosaic House which is pretty much next door to the Baking Supply store. This place is a big kid's candy shop. All the tiles are amazing and gorgeous! I can't wait to have a house to cover an entryway or bathroom with any of these. I took a couple shots in the shop. I was really drawn to a tile called, "fleurs"-looks like fish scales (below). Totally check out the website which is way better then my shots: mosaichse.com.

Mosaic House
62 West 22nd Street
New York, NY

Cuban Tropical Tile

I totally love this colorful and bright tile from Cuba! Would be totally gorgeous for a backsplash in a kitchen, a bathroom, or a small hallway. Each tile is custom so your sure to get the colors that go perfect with your specific style. Prices range from about $7 each a tile to $14. To check our more visit: cubantropicaltile.com.