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The Ragno Gleeze tiles, seen here on this bedroom wall, celebrate the imperfection of handcrafted items with slabs that have unique characteristics.

The latest tile collections are not just surface coverings, they bring tactile dimension to your interiors with patterns that are increasingly sophisticated. At the other end of the spectrum, the basic plain square tile is a must-have in the new homes of the design conscious. Perhaps it’s a desire to go back to basics and keep aesthetics clean and simple in these complex times. Whichever camp you identify with, check out these new tile collections for designs that we would all love to have in our homes.

Shining, Shimmering Surfaces

The handmade quality and rich tonal variations of the Ragno Gleeze tiles create fascinating shimmering surfaces. With their iridescent shell-like finish, the tiles evoke a rusticity which are great for beach house vibes. Tying in with this link to nature are five colours which evoke the sand, sea, and rocks, in rectangular tile shapes and sizes that make them current and contemporary. In addition, decorative elements with concave and convex surfaces add to the exciting options for standout interiors.

As Sleek as Slate

A collection inspired by fine-grained slate, the Panaria Zero.3 Stone Trace stone-inspired tiles are a mere 6mm thick and come in large-format sizes of up to 120cm by 278cm to clad surfaces on a grand architectural scale. Refresh a space by laying them over existing tiles to save time and resources. The intense hues and elegant subtle patterns reproduce the sleek aesthetics of slate in five colours, of which Hollow is the most intriguing, with its contrasting gold streaks against a dark charcoal background.

Hip to be Square

Go back to basics and the guiding principle of form follows function with Mutina Din by Konstantin Grcic. The four tile sizes of this collection, which include square and rectangular shapes, are designed as modular units which when assembled, all fall into a neat and orderly grid. Navigate corners and joints with special pieces that ensure the continuity and linearity of the grid. Din is available in eight colours and two finishes.

The Original Stone

Light and dark shades are masterfully combined in the Panaria Via Maestra tile collection for stone-inspired patterns that provide more full-bodied realism. Available in two thicknesses, this versatile collection can be used to seamlessly bridge your indoor spaces with your outdoor areas. Via Maestra comes in four colours and six sizes, with Panaria Protect for constant anti-bacterial protection.

See the tiles featured above at riceLAB. Visits to riceLAB are strictly by appointment only and limited to two people per group. We encourage guests to make their tile selections online at www.rice-fields.com before coming down to minimise their time spent at riceLAB. Make an appointment by emailing us here or by calling 6692 1199. riceLAB is at 213 Henderson Road 01.03 Singapore 159553. RICE is open from Mondays to Saturdays 9am to 6pm.

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