Design Inspiration Blog — Cement Tile

Photos by: Talal Ammouri (@designdevelopllc)

Sana'a Cafe has become one of California’s most thoughtful and inspiring coffee destinations, blending rich cultural tradition with a modern design approach. With seven locations open and six more on the way, the brand continues to grow while honoring its origins and its mission to create warm, welcoming spaces.

A sunlit Southern California storefront becomes a standout moment of eye catching design thanks to Andalusia Night Cement Tiles by Tesselle. The repeating star motif creates a rhythmic surface that feels both historic and fresh, offering pattern, texture, and visual movement the moment you approach the entry. Paired with black trim, warm sunlight, and bright seasonal flowers, this installation shows how a strong tile design can completely transform a façade.

At Tesselle, we share your passion for preserving architectural history while bringing it beautifully into the present. Whether you are recreating a traditional space using our Cement Tiles or updating a mid-century gem with a wall of Breeze Blocks, our team is here to help.

Becky’s kitchen in Nyack, NY is a beautiful example of how Ipanema Souto Terrazzo Cement Tiles can transform a space. Their mid-century inspired geometry, paired with a soothing mid-tone blue terrazzo finish, brings energy and personality to this kitchen backsplash.

In Sun City, Arizona, designer and realtor Megan Panetella drew inspiration from the iconic sidewalks of Rio de Janeiro to create two serene, neutral bathrooms that are anything but ordinary.

For one space, she chose Copacabana Silveira—a tile inspired by the wave-like promenade of Copacabana Beach. Rendered in warm gray and white terrazzo with genuine mother of pearl in the aggregate, it adds subtle shimmer and luxurious texture to the walk-in shower.