Trend Alert: Penny Tile

As much as I love a good subway tile or mosaic glass tile backsplash, penny tile has become a new favorite of mine!

Penny round tile is both historic (it's been used for many many decades) as well as neo-modern. It's become a big trend in kitchen and bathroom design in recent years and is considered a fresh and new option for many homeowners. The shape and size of these small tiles gives it it's name and it comes in so many different colors and materials. You can purchase this tile just about anywhere now (in fact I saw some great penny tile options at Home Depot just yesterday!)

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 How gorgeous are these metalic penny tile kitchen backslashes?!

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Penny tile is traditionally used on the floor, more specifically in bathrooms. . . although it looks great in modern applications as well!

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Speaking of using penny tiles in a bathroom, why not tile an entire wall with this versatile tile?! It creates a great focal point and major impact in small or large bathrooms.

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Another great use for penny tile is on a fireplace. . . 

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 So what do you think of this tiling trend? Do you think it's here to stay?

Chevron Floors & Rugs

Chevron, chevron, chevron. Every where you turn lately you see this distinctive, bold and graphic pattern being used! Chevron (a.k.a. 'zig zags') is such a striking  design element no matter how or where it's used that I can't help but love it! I like to keep the pattern to a minimum in my tiny home (because it can be somewhat over powering when used in a small space) by just using it in accents like pillows. But if I had the space, I could imagine using the chevron pattern in a LARGE dose by covering the floor in it! Chevron inspired tile, hardwood, painted flooring and carpeting is a great way to make a bold and graphic statement on the floor, in any room. Check out a few examples;

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Want some chevron goodness on your floor, but don't want to commit to tile, paint or hardwood?! Here's a few affordable chevron rug options to choose from:

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West Elm

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Are you addicted to this pattern as much as I am?!

Make sure you enter the latest giveaway for a chance to win a gorgeous tablecloth or table runner from Saffron Marigold!

Arabesque Tile

I am in love with this beveled arabesque tile from Mission Stone Tile! It is so clean and crisp looking, much like classic white subway tile, but the pattern and depth adds so much more visual interest. Lets go in for a close up, shall we?!

Ooh la la! Gorgeous, simply gorgeous!

I'm actually quite fond of this entire kitchen! There are a few things I might change (ie: chandelier and paint color) but overall I'm digging the white cabinets, dark stained island, countertops and backsplash tile combination.

Do you love this tile as much as I do?!