Blue and white patterned tiles at one end of the kitchen add texture to the clean, sleek designs of the cabinetry in the rest of the space.

Choose just one pattern, and repeat, so to create a tessellation of design. The sea-green shades here make the kitchen pop, especially when contrasted with the brown woody tones.

Turquoise shades on the backsplash pair perfectly with the blue kitchen cabinets here, while still standing out thanks to a mix of patterns. Click here to read more tips from the interior designer!

Similarly, this strategy was adopted to create a visually arresting kitchen. In this case, a brown earthy palette was used to match the natural wood-finished cabinets and give the space a warm and cosy feeling. 

A clever way to segregate spaces in a small apartment is by using strikingly different tiles on the floor. Tiny tiles like the ones used in this bedroom can also make the space look larger. 

If you want an eclectic look, make a bold move and choose patterned tiles in very different designs and rock the look — like in this home! The rest of the walls and furniture are kept simple and clean to ensure that the home doesn’t look messy. 

Work the graphical look into the bathroom as well, like this one. Use patterned tiles on both the floor and walls for an extra striking look. This homeowner also incorporated calming blue subway tiles behind the sink, so as not to overwhelm the senses.

Not sure where your entrance foyer ends? Anchor the space by using patterned tiles to frame the area.

Design: The Scientist

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Text: Domenica Tan, Home & Decor Singapore