From entire walls to furniture pieces, tiles in decor take on more creative and contemporary uses
Submitted at Sep 15, 2026, 4:00 PM
Volar Interiores - Casa Ecomorada. A pequena cabana vermelha de 60 m² pulsa como um coração em meio ao verde do Parque da Água Branca. A cor deriva de um verniz que mantém aparentes os veios da madeira garapeira. Assinado pelas designers de interiores Erica Gonçalves e Cinthia Gontijo, o projeto de linhas simples, erguido com sistema construtivo modular de forma a otimizar a ocupação do terreno, contempla o estar com sala de jantar e cozinha integradas, além de varanda e uma rampa lateral para acessibilidade. No interior, a claraboia projeta a luz natural e oferece a vista do céu. Repare nos revestimentos de piso e bancada, produzidos artesanalmente com uma argila feita de pastilhas de porcelana descartadas. (Daniela Magario/Divulgação)
Mosaic tiles were once the stars of kitchens and bathrooms, but they are far from being an outdated resource. Small, colorful and available in different materials, shapes and finishes, they are making a comeback in projects that explore creativity and turn the covering into a standout element.
More than just covering walls, mosaic tiles can create designs, delimit areas, add color and even work as a kind of "mosaic" in interior decoration. The secret lies in choosing a composition that dialogues with the rest of the space and with the decoration style.
One of the most impactful ways to use this covering is to turn a wall into the protagonist. Neutral tones create a sophisticated surface, while intense colors can bring energy to the space.
Daiana Pontes - Alma Brasileira. Projeto da CASACOR Brasília 2026. (Edgard César/Divulgação)
Instead of applying the material only in wet areas, it's worth exploring feature walls in powder rooms, kitchens, living rooms or even hallways.
Mosaic tiles can also appear beyond the walls and cover side tables, benches, sideboards and support bases, creating pieces with strong visual presence. In this case, the material stops working only as an architectural finish and becomes part of the furniture itself.
Studio Costa+Azevedo - Casa Origens Mercado Livre. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2026. (Denilson Machado, do MCA Estúdio/Divulgação)
The effect can vary according to the choice of colors, grout and shape of the pieces. Monochromatic compositions tend to create a more uniform result, while mixes of tones and geometric patterns bring the piece closer to the language of mosaics and turn the piece into a highlight in the space.
In the kitchen, they remain a great alternative to protect the wall between the countertop and the cabinets. However, the choice of material can step away from the conventional.
Casa Berilo Leroy Merlin - Studio ro+ca. CASACOR SP 2019. (Divulgação/Divulgação)
A colorful composition can break the neutrality of a white kitchen, while metallic pieces or those with a glossy finish add brightness and depth.
The powder room is one of the most interesting spaces to experiment with. Since it's usually compact, mosaic tiles allow you to be daring without compromising the visual unity of the house.
Conheça o apartamento de José Ribeiro, da Dois Arquitetura, em Teresina. Na foto, banheiro com pastilha vermelha na parede. (Denilson Machado, do MCA Estúdio/Divulgação)
Tiles in vibrant tones, different finishes or unexpected layouts can transform a small wall into one of the most striking features of the project.
You don't have to choose a single material for the entire projects. Tiles can share space with paint, stones, wood, porcelain tiles and other coverings.
Studio Dous Arquitetura e Interiores - Spa Recanto. (Edgard César/Divulgação)
The mix helps create visual layers and prevents the result from becoming excessively uniform. A strip of tiles, for example, can work as a kind of frame for a wall.
Contemporary tiles also come in varied shapes, such as hexagons, circles and elongated pieces. This diversity completely changes the effect of the composition.
Adalberto Rodrigues, Leo Romano, Mariana Romano e Mariana Pierrott - Bilheteria CASACOR Goiás 2026. (Edgard César/Divulgação)
Swapping the traditional little square for a different shape is enough to give a more current look to the covering.
Glass tiles and glossy finishes can be great allies in projects that need more brightness. The surface reflects natural light or artificial light and creates small variations in brightness throughout the day.
Ana Laura Naufel, Geanny Mátos e Nick Madalena - Terra ao Lar. Projeto da CASACOR Goiás 2026. (Edgard César/Divulgação)
In compact spaces, this resource can also help produce a visual sense of greater depth.
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