Green and blue tiles in bold, bright hues are a summer 2024 design trend that works magic in indoor and outdoor spaces. Explore how to upgrade your décor with the vibrant, versatile beauty of bold blue and green tiles in this idea-filled blog by design innovator John Merola.
Expressing Your Style in Blue and Green
Merola has always seen blue and green colors in tiles, but we decided to take it to the next level by delivering the most vibrant of blue and green colors with a lineup that’s unique to the Merola Tile brand.
The beauty of blue and green tiles lies in their versatility and ability to complement a wide range of décor. Whether you’re a fan of minimalism, vintage chic, or eclectic interiors, bold blue and green tiles will help express your particular style. I encourage you to mix and match different shades and patterns for a unique look that reflects your personality. Experiment with contrasting grout colors to add depth and dimension. The possibilities are endless, limited only by your imagination!
One key reason that bold blue and green color palettes are popular right now is because these colors adapt well to modern lifestyles and tastes. For example, as people continue to embrace eco-design, they’re looking for innovative ways to decorate that go beyond neutral earth tones. So, an urban couple that prefers a contemporary aesthetic and sustainable lifestyle might choose eco-friendly porcelain tiles in a dramatic cobalt blue to add exciting color and dimension to their home.
This year we’re also seeing the creative use of vibrant jewel-toned tiles, bold botanical prints, and bright blue and green accented terracotta to rejuvenate kitchens, bathrooms, and living rooms as well as outdoor patio and pool areas.
Discovering the Bold Beauty of Blue and Green Tile
Let’s start by diving into inspiring possibilities for using the latest and boldest blue and green tile at Merola for transforming different spaces: kitchen, bathroom, living areas, and outdoors.
TIP: As you explore the ideas below, you can get a glimpse of how different tile shades and shapes will look in your home or office using the tools on our website. Our Color designer allows you to easily browse a spectrum of Blue and Green tiles—and when you spot a tile you like, be sure to click “See This in My Room” for a virtual look at how each tile will look in your space!
KITCHEN
The kitchen is an ideal place to enhance your home with tile backsplashes, accent walls, and flooring in your favorite shades of blue and green.
- We love the innovative new look of tiled islands and cabinetry, a trend that captures the sophisticated beauty of the Viva Azul tile shown in this contemporary kitchen—notice how the light wood and rattan lighting add a touch of natural warmth to compliment the sleek blue tiling.
- For a striking dash of color, try tiles that incorporate a design element or shape in blue and green, like the Argile Star tile pictured here. You can see how the indigo stars add color and character to the entire room. Just as the diamond pattern of Kings Arles Green tiles, extending from backsplash to counter, transforms this kitchen.
- Green in the kitchen can be as fresh as newly picked herbs, like this Horizon Hex Verde Or it can be warm and inviting, like the artistically patterned and glazed Fitz Green and Montego mosaic tiles. Green can be dramatic in the kitchen as well, such as a glossy wall of Antic Lava Verde.
- For modern kitchens, Merola’s Rubik Collection offers a striking new look: narrow rectangular tiles that feature a design reminiscent of Japanese reactive glazes or colorized marble stones. Or check out the Venice Collection of hex tiles in light blue and green, artfully spattered with white pebbles to capture the look of concrete.
BATHROOM & SPA
Surround yourself in sparkling sapphire and emerald or the bold blues and greens of tropical seas! Depending on the shades you choose, these colors can create a bathroom that reflects your personal style.
- For a luxe experience, try Moonbeam Pacific arabesque tiles set off with gold grout and fixtures. Deep, moody blues and greens also add sophistication, like our exquisite line of Joliet Prisma
- Botanical tiles are big this year, and our collection of blue and green Nusa Botanic tiles will help you create a lush, exotic vibe into your bathroom.
- If you prefer a clean, modern look, consider wall-to-ceiling tiles in vivid tones and geometric designs, like Viva Hex Azul or the beautiful color mix and arc shapes of Scala Garden.
- For a more natural ambiance, brighten your bathroom with Phoenix Sky and Phoenix Aquamarine tiles to evoke the airiness of a clear summer day and grassy fields.
LIVING & DINING
Make a memorable style statement with a tiled accent wall or fireplace in living and dining areas. Once again, blue and green tiles rise to the occasion as a versatile design element that can cross over from modern to traditional to rustic to vintage to eclectic!
- Take a look at the color and character that Harmonia Grove tile brings to this space. It blends the warmth of terracotta with fresh color and floral designs.
- This stunning contemporary living room in glossy Luca Marine wall tile is full of deep ocean blue color and the brightness of light reflected on water.
- Foresta Kayak enhances both modern and traditional décor with brightly colored leaf pattern tiles that become a focal point on accent walls and fireplace surrounds.
- The vibrant warmth of Cassis Blue tile is more vintage, with a weathered wood appeal that adds charm and color.
- Make a statement with a feature wall clad in Hex Glacier tiles, paired with artwork and velvet furnishings.
OUTDOORS
Reimagine your outdoor spaces with a surprising touch of blue or verdant green! Our collections of outdoor tile are durable and weatherproof as well as beautiful.
- The aged appeal of weathered style tiles works well with a variety of outdoor décor, from Old World grandeur to rustic to vintage. Our Dorne Provenzal Collection and Germain Series show the versatility of this style and how it adds unique ambiance to patios and garden rooms.
- Here’s a new tile arrival that became an instant best seller: Vanity Nouveau offers modern appeal with blocks of cool blue. Another clean and classic look for outdoors is Industrial Hex blue tile; it turns this patio into an elegant and inviting spot to both entertain and relax.
- Pool and garden areas come to life with wood-style Coleur tile featuring vivid splashes of sky blue. Or capture a retro vibe with Karacter Hex Vintage tiles featuring boldly colored woodgrain and geometric shapes.
- Step into a gorgeous outdoor garden shower lined with Parete Fiori tile, blooming with flowers against a background of tranquil blue or serene green.
Final Thoughts:
At Merola, we’re always trying to break tile boundaries and take things to the next level in the design world. This is why we’re presenting fresh and innovative options on this summer’s blue and green tile trend with bold, vibrant selections that are handpicked by John Merola. Keep in mind that these are two colors that transition beautifully into every season, and this means that renovating with blue and green tile will enhance your décor year-round. Whether you prefer the bold elegance of jewel-tones, the cool contemporary feel of concrete hex tiles, or the vintage warmth of bright blue and green, these colors allow you to express your own unique personality and decorating style.