primary wall tile: hampton carrara polished subway | floor tiles: hex matte black & hampton carrara tumbled

design & photography: chris loves julia

Inspired by one of the first DIY projects they tackled in their new North Carolina Modern Colonial home – a custom penny round floor pattern for the powder room – Julia created a similar look in this space with 1″ hex tiles made of matte black porcelain and Hampton Carrara marble.

This tile project ended up being the most intricate but also one of the most beautiful tile jobs we have done in a home.

–Julia Marcum

So, aside from walls lined in Hampton Carrara subway tile and the striking custom floor pattern, what is it that elevates this bathroom from beautiful to breathtaking? Trim. Trim. And more trim. While these small tile accents may seem subtle, this design proves how much impact they really can have. The sleek black pencil liner draws the eye throughout the space and offers the perfect amount of contrast, while the marble durand adorns walls with dimension and interest in the form of elegant box trim.

Keep scrolling to see if you can spot even more tile trim and finishing pieces Chris and Julia used in this space!

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For a more in-depth look at this space, as well as the renovation process from start to finish, be sure to visit the Chris Loves Julia blog. Or, if you’re itching to see more of their drool-worthy bathroom design work, tour the breathtaking Modern Cottage Primary Bathroom in their previous home featuring our moody Silver Mist limestone collection from top to bottom.

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1. Checkerboard Class

With a custom tiled checkerboard pattern made of warm brown travertine and brushed ivory marble, this grand bathroom boasts elegance and sophistication.

Learn more about creating your own custom tile pattern here.

2. Historic Farmhouse Charm

Maintaining the home’s original charm while incorporating a few lavish upgrades (hello, Italian marble floors!), this 1912 farmhouse remodel does the perfect job pairing old with new.

3. Scandinavian Sanctuary

Tumbled marble floors laid in a herringbone pattern give this Scandinavian-inspired sanctuary an elevated feel, while natural tones and textures offer the ultimate warmth and coziness.

4. Posh Polka Dots

White and black marble hex tiles make up the most whimsical custom floor pattern in this light-filled bathroom, proving polka dots can be posh!

5. Luxe Handmade Look

Elegant handmade-look tiles adorn the entrance to a gorgeous shower featuring Moroccan-inspired star and cross floor tiles and gloriously veined marble-look wall tiles.

Discover more perfectly imperfect designs when you shop our wide selection of handmade-look tile.

A high-contrast palette, large-format marble-look flooring, and a glossy herringbone shower mosaic create the most luxe and dramatic atmosphere in this modern bathroom.

6. Old Victorian Allure

Elegant wall paneling and crown moldings give a nod to the history of this Victorian-style home, while a striking Italian marble shower brings the perfect amount of modern glamour to its refreshed bathroom.

7. Hotel-Esque Haven

The honey-gold veining in the Calacata Evora marble floor tile complements the bold ochre and bronze coloring of the Macchia Veccchia marble-look wall tile in this ultra-luxe bathroom designed by Nikki Chu.

Learn more about this celebrity designer’s luxury total-home makeover here.

8. Grand in Green

Muted sage green hues and dramatic Firenze Calacatta marble bring this traditional bathroom design alive with character. Consider us green with envy!

9. Cozy Modern Cottage

Blending rich, warm wood with cool grey limestone from our Silver Mist collection, Julia Marcum of Chris Loves Julia created the ultimate modern cottage primary bathroom.

Explore the full space and learn more about Julia’s design process here.

10. Artisanal Elegance

A tumbled travertine floors brings a rustic, brick-like appearance to this cozy en suite bathroom, while perfectly imperfect details from the handmade-look shower tile add the sweetest artisanal feel.

Explore our assortment of handmade-look tiles to bring one-of-a-kind character to your home.

11. So-Cal Splendor

Inspired by the atmosphere of Southern California, this bathroom was designed to feel laid-back, contemporary and clean. Complete with blonde wood tones, warm beige travertine, and a wet room drenched in sunlight, it’s a West Coast dream.

See more of this stunning home and read our Q&A with designer Kelli Fontana Vogelgesang of West Bay Homes here!

12. Marble Marvel

Donning Firenze Carrara Honed marble from top to bottom, this massive spa-like oasis truly takes luxury to the next level.

If you love this bathroom, be sure to tour the entire Mediterranean-Inspired Miami Home designed by Bria Hammel for even more drool-worthy spaces.

13. Refined Retreat

A black-and-white color palette throughout this refined bathroom allows the traditional beauty of the penny round tile floors and marble trim details to capture attention and create eye-catching dimension. Black grout heightens the color contrast in this truly timeless bathroom.

Featuring: Black Marquina, Black Marquina Somerset, Penny Round Matte White, Penny Round Matte Black, Black Marquina Curb, Black Marquina Skirting and Signature Bianco Gloss.

If you love this bathroom, explore the Tour of Julie Howard’s “Storybook” Estate for more inspiring spaces (plus plenty of design tips!) from Timber Trails’ lead designer.

14. Chic & Stylish

Take it from this chic space: White marble will never go out of style. Pairing our Grecian Volakas marble with soft grey tones and dazzling brass accents, this bathroom is the ultimate relaxation haven.

Design Tip: Extend the wall trim up to frame your vanity mirrors for an extra elevated, custom appearance.

15. Ultra-Sleek Industrial

Large-format porcelain tile creates a slab effect in this fashionable industrial-style bathroom. With cement-look tile in the main bathroom and marble-look shower tile, the effect is richly expressive and expansive space.

Shop our wide assortment of large format tile to achieve this look.

16. Boho-Chic Retreat

Distinctive tile shapes and luxurious materials make a bold statement—as seen in this shower. Dark green marble adds dramatic elegance to the walls, while scalloped edges introduce elegant motion. The contrasting corner seat and niche with gold trim are equal parts practical and glam.

Feeling inspired to take your bathroom to the next level? Schedule a free design consultation to get started.

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