Goodbye White Bathroom Tile: The Art Deco Style People Are Loving

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White bathroom tiles might be a safe choice, but they're hardly exciting. If you're planning a bathroom renovation and want something more in tune with more current bathroom tile trends, the Art Deco style is having a serious resurgence. Homeowners are leaving the clinical, builder-grade bathroom behind in favor of Great Gatsby-inspired opulence. Think rich jewel tones, geometric shapes, and graceful arch motifs that bring a sense of grandeur to a space. 

Neo Deco is one of 2026's leading design trends. This modern interpretation has all the main characteristics of the 1920s and '30s style, but feels more refined, with color taking center stage. Designer Charu Gandhi explains to LivingEtc., "New Deco is about distilling the essence of Art Deco into a contemporary language. It's not about maximalism for the sake of it, but about striking a balance between richness and restraint." In this way, Art Deco influences can blend with more modern finishes to create a more balanced vibe.

And it's not just top designers embracing the trend, either. Searches for "art deco bathroom accessories" are up 100% since the beginning of the year, according to Google Trends data, while tile manufacturers are also tapping into the renewed interest. This makes it easier than ever to bring the glamour of vintage bathroom design ideas into modern spaces. So, if you're ready to leave bland bathroom tile ideas behind, some Art Deco flair could be the answer.

When it comes to tile, Art Deco decorating ideas can take many forms. You might be drawn to rich emerald tiles with fan-like motifs, or maybe you prefer a simple, pastel square tile that wraps the wall. Smaller mosaic tiles were also used to bring the characteristic geometry of Art Deco style into smaller spaces and were often seen in bathroom flooring.

To achieve this on-trend look, mainstream options like Merola's Mahattan Black Porcelain Tile, are available at stores like Home Depot. This type of style leans into the design concept while still remaining neutral. Specialty retailers also carry a wide range of Art-Deco-inspired tiles from unique scallop shapes to statement-making mosaics with three-dimensional effects. For something a bit bolder and less permanent, look for peel-and-stick options like the Sunwings Hexagon Composite Wall Tile.