Manhattan Loft has the clean, pared-back edge of urban minimalism, a subtly glossy ceramic tile in a soft, muted palette that reads as considered rather than cold. Its slender, elongated shape gives it more flexibility in layout than a standard square or brick tile.
Stack the tiles vertically and a room will feel noticeably taller, which is worth knowing if you are working with a lower ceiling or a narrow wall. Turn the same tile into a horizontal brick bond instead and it widens a space rather than heightening it. Herringbone is also an option if you want more movement in the pattern. It suits kitchens and bathrooms equally well, working comfortably in both modern and more traditional settings. Its muted palette also makes it an easy tile to build the rest of a scheme around, since it never competes for attention with fixtures, fittings, or a bolder accent colour elsewhere in the room.