LINEAR LOOKS
Fashioned from high-quality natural stone, Walker Zanger’s Geometric tiles offered in a variety of colors (ivory pearl shown) possess a three-dimensional character that transforms any environment.
With its textured enamel and glossy sheen, new Soho Subway tile from Nemo Tile + Stone is inspired by the Art Deco shagreen pattern, evoking depth and dimension on any wall surface. Available in seven colors, shown here in turquoise.
Inspired by the refined elegance of Parisian interiors, Jaime Beriestain’s Dress Code collection for Sapienstone transforms ceramics into a sophisticated blend of rich textures, and a chic color palette. Grigio Savelli (shown) in the Velo finish evokes the softness of silk and velvet drapery.
L’Antic Colonial, part of the Porcelanosa Group, introduces a new ceramic offering: Blinds in the S Tile collection. The wall tile’s convex finishes add volume and dynamism, while standing out for its vibrant solid colors (shown in navy).
Made by Ann Sacks, new Made Arbor collection includes three linear, in-relief patterns—Sequoia, Birch (shown) and Willow—offered in 3×6 and 6×6 field tiles and a Swiss Cross. The sculptural surfaces are the perfect canvas for handcrafted glazes.
TileBar’s Calacatta Viola premium fluted honed marble tile adds bold and playful color, while its textured 3D surface presents a subtle drama of light and shadow, lending depth to walls. The contrast between this marble’s veining and its ivory white base is tied together with a honed finish.
SHAPELY DESIGNS
Artistic Tile x Donghia brings together Donghia’s iconic design heritage and Artistic Tile’s mastery of stonework to create two mosaic collections: Casino Royale (shown) and Decadence. These can be customized into any colorway and will branch into Artistic Tile’s waterjet design later this fall.
Aimee Wilder’s Timewave Asana terrazzo (coming soon) is a wavy, modular retro pattern terrazzo tile made with recycled glass and stone pieces using a hydraulic pressing process, that can be mixed and matched to create a dual-color or ombré effect.
A thoughtful reinterpretation of traditional Eastern motifs, Dyad is a marble mosaic collection born from the partnership between AKDO and the architecture firm, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM). Crafted in soft tonal palettes and precision-cut marble, it consists of two patterns in three colorways (Pavo Tulip in black, dark olive shown).
Originally conceived by artist and Clé founder Deborah Osburn, Watermark’s hand-dipped and stained surfaces were inspired by the Japanese art of shibori. Luca Osburn, Deborah’s oldest son, has grown the collection with two new clay bodies (Earth and Bisque) and three new colors: cinder, antique silver, and glacier silver (Earth with antique silver shown).
Antolini’s Couture Collection was created by designer Alessandro La Spada to combine natural stone with other materials in an interplay of finishes and shapes creating true works of art. The floral pattern Gingko (shown) is composed by Calcite Azul® “Extra” marble, Calcite Caraibica “Extra” marble, Bianco Pitaya granite, Quarzite Naica quartzite and light gold metal.
INSPIRED BY NATURE
Artistic Tile’s new Sakura Bianco Antico mosaic (red travertine, rosa perlino, vanilla onyx and rosa portogallo inlaid on Bionco Antici) captures drifting cherry blossoms in a swirl of stone, while new Sakura Falls features the same stone, free of floral ornament.
New Ravenna’s Tidal is a new collection of nine designs inspired by the beauty and movement of water. Fantail (shown) is a hand-cut glass mosaic in agate sea glass, peridot, malachite, verdite and cat’s eye. Through Greenwich Tile & Marble.
Havwoods’ TreeAzzo is a handmade resin-bound wood particle product. A premium resin is combined with reclaimed wood chips from the woodworking industry, making this an eco-friendly surfacing option. The result is a modern reinterpretation of the timeless terrazzo style that can be used in various applications, including flooring, walls, countertops and furniture making.
Artaic’s Foundation collection has been refreshed with more than 15 new designs and two new colorways (Botanical in Black Tie color palette shown). Made from vitreous glass—durable, easy to clean, and suitable for bath spaces—many of the mosaics echo familiar patterns found in traditional fabrics or wallpapers.
Country Floors’ new Laurel Terracotta Collection is a blend of earthy texture and timeworn patterns inspired by the quiet charm of coastal Mediterranean homes. Designed to patina with age, the Laurel Terracotta tiles embrace imperfection as beauty. Six patterns include Wreath, shown.
STRIKING VEINING
Symmetrical veining in chocolate and taupe over a creamy base in Cambria’s Claremont quartz evokes the rhythm of nature, offering balance and depth. Finish options: polished and matte. Through Nukitchens.
Part of Caesarstone’s new ICON advanced fusion surfaces—a crystalline silica-free proprietary formula—Calacatta Thyme (available in mid October) blends the revival of green marbles with luxurious veining in translucent sage and grey, accented by dark green and white aggregates. Through Gault.
Neolith’s sintered-stone surfaces elevate kitchen and bath countertops with sophistication and performance. Five new models include Mamba (shown), which evokes the elegance of Port Laurent marble, reinterpreted with a deep, clean and nuanced dark background with powerful visual impact. Through Marble & Granite Inc..
ABC Stone’s Onice Bella Rosa onyx captivates with its soft, beautiful pink hue, which has delicate yet striking veins weaving through.
Sensa by Cosentino expands its protected natural stone catalogue with six new quartzites that combine the beauty and natural elegance of quartzites and granites with an exclusive anti-stain treatment that acts at the molecular level for minimal maintenance. Itara (shown) is an emerald-green quartzite with white and copper accents. Through Ring’s End.
This article appears in the October 2025 issue of CTC&G (Connecticut Cottages & Gardens) with the headline: Surface Standouts.