Design Inspiration Blog

Leticia used Tesselle’s Terrace Breeze Blocks to transform an otherwise utilitarian area of her side yard into a more defined architectural space.

In Palm Desert, outdoor spaces often have to do more than one job. They need to feel beautiful, intentional, and comfortable while also accommodating the practical necessities that come with a home.

Rotary Breeze Blocks by Tesselle are used across the front of the house, adding pattern and architectural interest while preserving the openness that makes breeze block so well suited to Southern California.

Some outdoor spaces impress you immediately. Others make you want to stay.  In Andrea’s Rancho Palos Verdes backyard, the appeal is quieter. Surrounded by lush planting, soft filtered light and comfortable places to settle in, this intimate patio feels removed from the world beyond it. At the center of the space are Sun Breeze Blocks by Trina Turk for Tesselle, bringing pattern, warmth and architectural structure to a garden designed for slowing down.

In this Savannah, Georgia project, Ipanema Rosa Terrazzo Tiles create a playful, polished backdrop for a bathroom filled with light, texture, and warm metallic details.

The repeating geometric pattern combines soft rose tones with terrazzo aggregate, bringing movement across the walls without overwhelming the space. Used extensively around the shower and glass block windows, the tile becomes a defining architectural element rather than simply a surface finish.

At the Willow Home in Phoenix, breeze blocks are not treated as a single decorative feature. They become part of the architecture. Throughout the home, Ellipse and Lozenge Breeze Blocks designed by Shag for Tesselle are arranged in rotated checkerboard layouts that create a strong graphic rhythm while maintaining the openness that makes breeze blocks so appealing.