Select large, irregular, or concrete marble tiles for a modern look. If a classic look isn’t your style, opt for tiles that are larger and offer contemporary styling. Rectangular or hexagonal tiles are also available. Concrete  tiles give a cool, chic finish to a room. Unusual designs, like faux brick, are available in some specialty stores. Large square tiles evoke the lobby of an upscale hotel.

Create your own designs by mixing colors and sizes. Since tiles are available in a lot of colors and sizes, it’s easy to create your own design. You can make a pattern with various colors, or you can mix large and small tiles to create a border or design. Ask an expert at the tile store to help you locate tiles that will fit together. You could also buy tiles that are the same size. A tile cutter can help you trim tiles design to fit the design you want. However, it won’t work if you’re using porcelain tiles, as they’re too strong.

Choose textured tiles for an earthy feel. Some stones are textured, especially natural stone. For example, stone can have a wavy texture, a smooth texture, or a slightly rounded texture as though the floor is really made of rocks. Some mosaic tiles have a faux-wood texture or a faux-brick texture.

Smooth marble tiles are easier to fit with any decor. The texture of the tiles will depend on the material. You’ll get more options with ceramic, porcelain, or stone. Use large tiles to make a large room feel cozier. Large tiles give the illusion that the space is smaller. If you choose cement tiles with a pattern, you can add even more warmth. Additionally, they help you fill that space faster when you’re installing the tiles.

Lay the tiles diagonally to make the room feel larger. Although it’s more difficult, laying the wood tiles diagonally rather than horizontally gives the illusion of more space. Lay the tiles point-to-point instead of side-to-side. You will likely need to use your tile cutter to trim the edge tiles.

You can create this style with both large and small tiles, though smaller tiles will make the room look even bigger. However, they will also take longer to install. If you want to install the tiles yourself, it’s a good idea to avoid porcelain tiles, which will be harder to trim.