Design Inspiration Blog

Santa Fe, NM is a city with a unique aesthetic that has strong influences from many cultures, including Native American, Spanish/Mexican, Cowboy and Catholic.  Naturally beautiful, Santa Fe is situated at 7000 feet with fantastic light, desert landscapes, big sky and snow-capped mountains in the backdrop. A mecca for artists and designers, there is virtually no surface that is not embellished with texture or pattern. Filled with independent boutiques, you'll find eclectic assortments curated with a flair for fashion. Good design and great, unique color combinations, often with a touch of turquoise are everywhere. Traditional tiles are seen throughout the city....

Above:  Tesselle customer photo of Cassis Cliffe Cement Tiles on a back splash Cement tiles are a wonderful choice for kitchen backsplashes, not just because they are available in a stunning array of artistic patterns, shapes and solid colors -  they're durable and easy to clean.   When selecting your design and color combination, consider making a personal statement with your backsplash by making it a focal point in your room by going bold with a graphic design or unexpected color.  If you're kitchen already has a lot of color and pattern, consider a random mix of solid colors, such as hexagons....

We are thrilled to celebrate the opening of Playa Restaurant in Mill Valley, where Tesselle's Modda Cement Tiles cover the floor, making a beautiful and dramatic statement in a custom combination of blues and white.  We love the laid back, beachy vibe, the fantastic Mexican cuisine, the outdoor area, the decor and the friendly, eclectic neighborhood that surrounds Playa. Photo by Alan Dep.

Infinite Loop in the Agave/Java color combination, one of Tesselle's Original Designs, has been featured in Tileometry!  Infinite Loop from Tesselle features cement tile designed to create a random design across the surface.  Read More >>    

Looking for decorative, hand-made cement tile?  We are a favorite resource for interior designers, architects, showrooms, contractors and homeowners. Over 100 patterns in stock - click here to browse our in-stock assortment, which includes over 100 designs. Order samples to try before you buy. Save up to 30% with our Buy More, Save More offers. Customize any of our patterns in your choice of colors in small production runs. Contact us at 951-781-3000 or at info@tesselle.com. Ideal for the currant aesthetic, and continuously updated, we specialize in original, modern designs, as well as traditional classics.   We deliver to all addresses within the contiguous United States, including the cities and regions below (contact us for...