Innovative Tile Designs for Your Space

The other day I was looking for some inspiration and ideas so I was browsing my Pinterest feed, as one does, and I stumbled upon this photo of a space spectacularly decorated with these colourful tiles.

I searched for quite a while, almost giving up, before finally discovering the owner: Pallavi Sen, who is an interdisciplinary creative from Bombay.

Looking at her “Tiles” stories highlights on her Instagram page I can see she designed and installed them herself (with a little help from her friends🤗).
I love the playful and cheerful vibe this space exudes and such great inspiration to do something similar.
When decorating my own spaces I have found it super challenging to find just the right tile designs I want.
Here below is another example of imaginative tile application on a large expanse of wall, this time using small square mosaic tiles in different colours to create a custom mural. Unfortunately, I was unable to find the source for this one.

These are great examples of how you might decorate a large expanse of wall with tile using either your own hand painted tiles or applying mosaic tiles in a specific pattern to create something original.

You should also look at some wonderful examples of some such applied to floors, as seen here below through the lens of @parisianfloors

Talking about tiles, this reminds me of a creative collaboration I thoroughly enjoyed several moons ago with a handmade cement tile manufacturer in Crete, Tsourlakis Tiles, where a few of my designs were made up using this method.

My ‘Arches’ design being made up in brown/orange and blue colourways by Tsourlakis Tiles

I’ve long been thinking that I would love to actually paint some of my own tiles, but I don’t have a kiln of my own – poor excuse, I know, because I could always find someone to work with…..

I also saw an artist painting directly on glazed tiles using Pebeo 150 for Porcelain speciality paints, which I understand to be highly durable and thus suitable for such surfaces.

Here also is a video showing you how to use these paints. Of course there are many more videos on YouTube if you want to explore this.

The artist’s name I mentioned who uses Pebeo 150 Porcelain paints is Myrsini Alexandridi and I’ve added a few of her murals here below for reference.

I don’t know about you, but I sure am fired up to give this a go. Would you like to see more if I try this out? I would certainly love to see what you create!

Happy Creating!

Services Offered

If you’re looking for distinctive patterns, unique artwork, or expert colour guidance, I’d love to collaborate! I work in both analog (hand painted) and digital methods, which allows me to blend traditional artistry with modern technology, and am able to offer the following services tailored to meet your unique needs:

Pattern and Design Licensing

I am always creating new surface patterns and designs, which are available for licensing.

You can begin by checking out my portfolio here or request access to my commercial portfolio.

Custom Designs

If you’re drawn to my aesthetic, I can create a custom design just for you.

Feel free to visit my Lookbook for ideas.

Interior Design Consultations

While my main focus is surface and pattern design, I also offer consultations specialising in colour selection & harmony helping you choose the right colours, furniture, and artwork to create a harmonious space.