Long gone are the days when tile grout was purely functional. Increasingly, designers are using color to transform the gap-filling plaster into a feature in its own right. 'Using grout as a design ...

Bathrooms are meant to be practical and efficient, but that doesn't mean they have to lack style. From paint colors to wallpaper, bathrooms offer plenty of opportunities to be fun and stylish while ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." During the 1950s, pastel tile—square tile in particular—dominated the world of bathroom design, with ...

A pop of color, a play of pattern. Ever notice the exotic-looking colorful tile in old brownstone entries and wonder what it is? It’s called encaustic tile, and it’s been around since medieval times ...

The backsplash space in the kitchen should be used as an opportunity for design greatness, but all too often, the average homeowner will fall back on tried and true (and boring) looks. Tile is ...

As is the case for color drenching, tile drenching usually works best in a small space to capitalize on an enveloping feel.

I just returned from an eight-day trip to southern California. The purpose was to visit my youngest daughter and several dear friends. The weather was excellent, and although I knew about the June ...