Mosaics in a multitude of bright colours, natural textures and innovative materials offer a vast creative palette from which to introduce visual interest into any space.

If you are thinking of adding tiles to certain areas of your home, we have all the latest trends in mosaics for 2008 from Tile Africa…

Mosaics leave the wall

To ensure that the eye moves across the space when entering a room, continue mosaic designs along the floor, whether boldly into the centre of the room or more subtly adjacent to the walls.

Mixed mediums

Versatility is the key when using mosaics. Combine natural-toned stone with clear glass mosaics for additional sparkle or use coloured glass to introduce high contrast in public spaces.

The new wallpaper

Decorative motifs — whether a single design or a repetitive pattern — created with glass mosaics add a striking visual to feature walls. Use coloured mosaics to contrast with the primary colour scheme for maximum impact.

Metal is in

Both brushed and polished metal tiles are increasingly popular in masculine spaces. Teamed with tiles and mosaics in deep shades of blue, green or burgundy, they make a daring declaration of the energy that is male.

Mosaics go large

No longer restricted to a coy border, mosaics are covering whole walls in restaurants, reception areas and bathrooms. Whether a single shade is used or a mosaic containing several tones, the effect is one that creates an impact up close and from afar.

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