Over 100 years of Bauhaus

A key material in the Bauhaus design school was concrete, they favoured it for its practicality, durability and plain aesthetic. Although putting in a real concrete flooring has it benefits (it’s a great insulator) it can be costly and difficult to get the right finish. Concrete effect tiles on the other hand are quick and easy to lay and work well with underfloor heating. By choosing an XL sized tile you have fewer grout lines over a larger area, much the same as real concrete.

The design rules that Bauhaus implemented were fairly basic but when mixed together they create quite an eclectic look. It’s perfect then for those that like clean lines and a fairly plain canvas but want that bold hit of colour to brighten up the room.

Using monochromatic triangles as a base, the Darlington mosaic enlivens a compact bathroom whilst this yellow sink unit gives it a zing of colour and personality. To avoid the look becoming too clinical we’ve opted for a subtle mint wall tile instead of a bright white.

A pop of bright red isn’t to everyone’s taste but it can have some surprising benefits; in our wellbeing survey it scored in the top five of best colours to promote a healthy wellbeing! Because red has a shorter wavelength it can also make a room feel more compact and closer to you, so it’s ideal for those larger spaces that can feel a bit isolated or clinical. And don’t think red is red, there are hundreds of shades available.

Our Matrix tile is the perfect primary and with a white grout provides a simple grid like pattern of colour but if you want something softer, try a matching grout. This shade also works well with off-whites and light greys and concrete.