2025 tile trends feature natural stone-look porcelain, zellige-inspired tiles, textured 3D surfaces, wood-look planks, and creative subway tile applications in bold colors and patterns. However, supposedly "outdated" tiles like classic white subway, polished finishes, and glass backsplashes remain excellent choices for many homes, they're not outdated, just not currently trendy.
Working with over 50,000 tile designs at Nova Tile and Stone, we've noticed something important: the tiles design magazines call "finished" are the same ones we sell daily to customers creating beautiful, functional spaces. The real question isn't "what's trending?" but "what works for your specific home, lifestyle, and budget?"
What's actually trending in 2025?
Natural stone aesthetics: Marble-look porcelain and slate-inspired tiles that bring authenticity and organic texture indoors
Zellige-inspired tiles: Moroccan-style tiles with intentional imperfections celebrating artisan craftsmanship
Textured and 3D tiles: Dimensional surfaces like hexagons and beveled subway tiles that create dramatic shadow play
Wood-look porcelain: Ultra-realistic wood planks with the durability of porcelain
Bold contemporary designs: Geometric mosaics, mid-century inspired patterns, and travertine looks
Evolved subway tiles: Classic shapes in new colors (especially greens and blues) and creative layouts like herringbone, vertical stack, and chevron
What's wrongly called "outdated"?
White tiles make small spaces feel larger. Glass backsplashes reflect light in dark kitchens. Traditional subway tiles offer timeless appeal and strong resale value. Polished finishes clean effortlessly and brighten rooms. These aren't outdated, they're practical solutions that work.
The bottom line: Choose tiles based on your space's lighting, your lifestyle needs, your home's architecture, and your timeline, not just what's trending on Instagram. Whether you love cutting-edge zellige or classic white subway, the right tile is the one that serves your space well and makes you happy.
Ready to explore both trendy and timeless options? Let's dive into what's hot, what's not (but should be), and how to choose tiles you'll love for decades.
Currently Trending: The Must-Have Styles
Natural Stone Takes Center Stage
This trend makes perfect sense. Today's homeowners seek authenticity. We're collectively exhausted from overly manufactured, flawless appearances. What people want now: genuine texture, natural variation, and that "bringing the outdoors inside" aesthetic.
Natural stone and marble-inspired tiles check all these boxes.
Top picks our customers are requesting:
Voyage Marble-Look Porcelain Collection – This collection is absolutely stunning. You'll achieve authentic Calacatta or Statuario marble veining without the maintenance headaches—no panicking over wine spills or acidic cleaners. Available in multiple sizes (12x24, 16x32, 24x24, and 24x48) and finishes (honed or polished), suitable for floors and walls, delivering a luxury appearance at an accessible price point. The 24x48 large format option creates fewer grout lines and a more seamless, high-end look.
Mozart Marble-Look Mosaics – These Turkish-made porcelain mosaics come in stunning patterns including 2x2 hexagons, elongated hexagons, and herringbone. Available in honed or polished finishes, they're perfect for creating elegant feature walls or stunning shower surrounds with authentic marble veining.
Contemporary Slate Collection – Perfect for those drawn to warmer, organic color palettes. This slate-inspired tile delivers cozy ambiance with rich noce (brown) tones, charcoal, and grey options with authentic texture and an ideal matte surface. Its exceptional durability makes it perfect for mudrooms, kitchens, or high-traffic areas. Available in multiple sizes from 2x4 brick mosaics to large 24x48 rectangles.
Why this style resonates: These tiles project authenticity. They provide warmth and personality, transforming houses into genuine sanctuaries rather than sterile showrooms.