I cannot hide my love for a dramatic entrance, and these tiled doors are the design equivalent to a staircase in a ball gown – beautiful, elegant and undeniably unforgettable.
The simple addition of a tiled edge turns its interior doors from a characteristic of pure functionality into a design moment. It is an exclamation of aesthetic appreciation, a way to bring beauty into an often overlooked space and at the same time establish a visual connection between the two rooms he connected. I am always a fan of small, artistic details in houses, the small additions that can increase the room, and these doors are perfect examples of this.
So often we limit our decoration with tiles in the house to the rooms of the kitchen and the bathroom. As soon as we remove these restrictions, however, we will find that tiles can give a certain visual interest and texture to a whole type of different rooms, be it throughout the floor or just a simple cladding. It is an easy way to give your space character and interest.
What we love about this trend
Here a tiled edge helps to emphasize the already dramatic design of the room.
(Photo credit: Otto tiles)
It is dramatic and yet effortless that the simple addition of a tiled border to your entrances is undeniably tempting.
It means a feeling of intentionality in its design, since Damla Turgut, the founder of Otto Tiles, says: “A tiled door gives a space of ceremony and definition in a room. It almost sets the room like a painting, draws your eye and creates an architectural moment without the need for structural changes.”
As Damla suggests, this is an addition that does not require intensive work or structural changes. However, the effects are that of something important.
While the modern repetition ensures a strikingly contemporary look, this trend has roots in historical Spanish interiors and architecture. It is an important feature in Spanish resuscitation style, in which many houses in California and Central America line out their doors on intrusive patterned tiles.
Damla explains how the type of tile you choose, the appearance of your house can completely dictate, and says: “Depending on the tile selection, it can feel courageous and expressive or quiet in detail, but it always brings texture and a feeling of craft.”
No matter what tile you use, this is an addition that brings more and more drama and beauty to your home. María d Arráez, the director of Tiles of Spain Great Britain, says: “A tiled door immediately increases a room and creates a defined and decorative threshold between the rooms. It is a subtle but effective way to introduce architectural and visual interests, especially in transition areas such as kitchens or between indoor and outdoor and outdoor zonten.
Damla Turgut
Damla Turgut is the founder and creative director of Otto Tiles & Design, a brand that has redefined the tile industry with its brave, handmade collections. In 2014 she founded next to her brother Otto Tiles in Istanbul. A year later she returned to London and officially started Otto Tiles & Design to be unmistakable. From the beginning, Damla was determined to switch to mass production and instead to address the beauty of the handcrafted handicraft tiles.
Which tiles you need to use on your doors
As Damla recommends that smaller mosaic tiles make a more sensitive but yet striking equipment.
(Photo credit: Brian Ferry. Design: Home Studios)
As Damla has already outlined, the tiles you choose have the opportunity to transform your door. Therefore, it is the key to know the unique properties of all of your options before making your decision.
“The key lies in the selection of tiles that complement the total style of your house with a viewed color palette that ensures that the door feels more connected than isolated,” explains Maria.
If you identify your interior design style and select your tiles accordingly, you can create a coherent, naturally looking design.
If you hope to create a home in the Mediterranean, Maria suggests: “Warm, earthy tones and natural textures that work wonderfully to bring a rustic feeling of charm and authenticity to a door.”
Or, for more modern houses, she suggests: “Think about whether classic U -Bahn tiles are laid vertically or in a fishing bone pattern. This simple change in the layout adds depth and visual intrigue, while the entire vision is clean and modern.”
The characteristic shine of cellous tiles also ensures an appealing option. As Rob Whitaker, Creative Director of Claybrook, says: “With her handmade appearance and the brilliant finish, it makes a feeling for unique design.”
Damla refers to cell tiles in a similar way to create a feeling of individuality, and noticed: “For a more characterful look, you choose hand-painted cell tiles.”
Although she continues and adds: “Smaller tiles of the scale usually work best. So search for mosaic styles, cement with a small format or ceramic tiles.”
However, Rob suggests for a more classic look, “Marble effect porcelain tiles bring timeless elegance that imitates natural stone with durability and ease of maintenance.”
Ultimately, the best tiles will be a very personal choice that completely dictates from your style and atmosphere you want to create in your home.
How to stym
Neutral tones and simple, relaxed furniture enable the tiled door to focus on this house.
(Photo credit: Otto tiles)
The key with such a dramatic style is that they allow the tiles to talk about talking. Don't try to bring in various other competing elements and designs. The more resigned, the better.
“Let the hero door be,” says Damla.
At least initially a minimalistic interior design approach will help create a more visually more effective, balanced space. “Just keep nearby so that the frame can stand out. Combine it with sleepy carpentry, natural materials and contemporary neutral colors to prevent the feeling of being too decorated and theatrical. It is about compensating for the character with restraint,” says Damla.
Due to the Spanish history of this trend, it looks particularly nice when they are combined with Mediterranean inspired pieces, think of decoration with terracotta pots and linen surfaces.
What to know before you inspire your door
As much as we love this style so that it works, it has to be done well. This means that there are no DIY jobs available for DIY workstations; If you do it, do it right.
“The most important thing is the accuracy; your Tler has to take precise measurements and plan the layout carefully, especially if you use structured or hand -cut tiles in which variations are part of the charm or if it is more of a arched door than a square frame,” explains Damla.
And in older houses you have to take other measures with less reliable walls to ensure a even beautiful application.
As Damla says: “It is worth noting that some older houses have unequal frames that may have to adapt to make the lines look clean. Avoid linking. If you frame a door, you want a durability.”
Otto Tiles & Design
Moroccan white Erkotta Zelly tile
Material: Natural tone with melt glaze
Size: 10 x 10 cm
Otto Tiles & Design
Pistachien -Cellige tiles
Material: Natural tone with melt glaze
Size: 10 x 3 cm (rectangle), 3 x 3 cm (squares)
Claybrook
Millbrook Verde
Material: china
Size: 7.3 x 7.3 cm
Victorian installation
Victoria Metro wall tiles
Material: Ceramics
Size: 10 x 20 cm
Victorian installation
Maenza gloss white rustic wall tiles
Material: Ceramics
Size: 3.16 x 6 cm
Fired earth
Metallic glass gold fan
Material: Glass
Size: 32.3 x 27.4 cm
There is only something about a good tile trend that always upsets me, especially if you have had a little history. My favorite case? The oh so cool, not expelled floor tile trend that finds its inspiration in ancient Rome.