Tile
trends
with
Alena
Capra
Floral patterns, soft textures and shades of green and blue rank at the top of today’s designs
Jennifer Richinelli
Contemporary Stone & Tile Design caught up with designer Alena Capra of Alena Capra Designs in Fort Lauderdale, FL, at Coverings 2021 to gain insight into what is trending in tile designs these days. Capra, who is also industry ambassador for the international tile and stone show, chatted about colors, patterns, sizes and more. Listen to what the designer revealed.
Alena Capra, owner of Alena Capra Designs in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Floral tile patterns are rising in popularity for interior applications such as accent walls. Tile Manufacturer: ABK; Collection: Wide&Style Mini
While gray, white and greige tones still dominate for countertops and background walls, Capra noted that shades of green tile are becoming more prevalent for interior designs. Tile Manufacturer: Refin; Collection: Foil “Verdigris”
Blues are also bringing a splash of color to interior spaces, such as bathrooms. Tile Manufacturer: Antiche Fornaci D’Agostino; Collection: Riflessi Di Cava
Porcelain tile has become an ideal choice for outdoor areas, such as patio. Tile Manufacturer: Novabell; Collection: Eiche
Capra also pointed out that porcelain replicating the aesthetic of luxurious stone varieties, including onyx, is also currently trending. Tile Manufacturer: Rex; Collection: Rêves De Rex
Fall 2021
