Ceramic Tile Design

Nowadays, August means school lunches, family dinners, bare feet, open doors, and trying to squeeze every last bit of summer out of the calendar.

Taj Mahal by Ascale looks right at home in this kitchen, covering the countertops and island with warm, luminous tones that pair beautifully with the wood. And with the outdoors just beyond the windows, it’s the kind of kitchen where you can make sandwiches, cook dinner, and still feel connected to the sunshine outside.

Honestly, we’ll take a kitchen like this for all of the year.

Come see Taj Mahal by Ascale in person at Ceramic Tile Design, 846 Francisco Blvd W., San Rafael, and explore our in-stock slabs for your next project.

Surface: Taj Mahal by ASCALE

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Back-to-school season is here, even though we’re not quite ready to say goodbye to summer.

This mudroom makes the transition a little more stylish, with a Modern Tumbled Limestone floor in soft gray tones that brings natural texture and an easy, lived-in feel to the space. And with two natural stone options and six available sizes, there’s plenty of room to create a look that feels uniquely yours.

Paired with sleek navy cabinetry, a warm wood bench, and plenty of space for backpacks, shoes, and all the daily drop-zone chaos, it’s practical without looking overly practical.

Because if the backpacks are going to hit the floor every afternoon, the floor should at least look this good.

Visit Ceramic Tile Design, 846 Francisco Blvd W., San Rafael, to explore the collection and find a natural stone floor made for real life.

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The last of summer days and nights are the ones spent outside in a yard like this, with nowhere else to be.

This outdoor retreat was made for enjoying every last bit of summer—with a cozy fire pit, a beautiful conversation area, a raised spa, and a pool that feels like a private escape. The handcrafted light blue zellige mosaic brings a soft, tranquil touch, wrapping the spa wall and pool with shades inspired by weathered stone and peaceful skies.

Each 2” x 2” piece has its own subtle variation, creating a surface that feels relaxed, organic, and beautifully imperfect—the kind of detail that makes an outdoor space feel truly special.

Here’s to making the most of these warm evenings while they last.

Visit Ceramic Tile Design, 846 Francisco Blvd W., San Rafael, to explore our collection of handcrafted mosaics and pool tile and create your own backyard retreat.

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By Wednesday, we all deserve a bathroom that feels like a little escape.

A deep soaking tub, a good book, and a statement wall that feels like a piece of art... that’s our kind of midweek reset.

Hand-cut by skilled artisans, this honed marble mosaic is all about thoughtful details. Its rounded rectangular pattern, alternating horizontal and vertical lines, creates beautiful rhythm and movement while keeping the overall look clean, timeless, and quietly luxurious. It’s the kind of backdrop that transforms an everyday bath into something that feels wonderfully indulgent.

Visit Ceramic Tile Design, 846 Francisco Blvd W., San Rafael, to explore our collection of handcrafted marble mosaics and discover the perfect statement tile for your own spa-inspired retreat.

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Some bathrooms are so beautifully designed, they make the rest of the house jealous.

Wrapped in soft pearl-white honed terrazzo, this architectural bathroom feels calm, sculptural, and effortlessly luxurious. The seamless surface flows from the floors to the walls, vanity, and even the steps leading to the soaking tub, creating a beautifully cohesive space that feels more like a private spa than a bathroom.

Blush-tinted shower glass adds a warm glow, while charcoal fixtures bring a modern edge, proving that a restrained palette can make an unforgettable statement. It’s the kind of bathroom you see in the pages of a design magazine—and secretly hope one day is your own.

Visit Ceramic Tile Design, 846 Francisco Blvd W., San Rafael, to explore our collection of premium terrazzo, natural stone, and porcelain surfaces, and create a bathroom that’s as timeless as it is unforgettable.

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Friday confession: if this were our backyard, we’d seriously be considering a midnight skinny dip... would you?

With cascading waterfalls flowing over a dramatic wall of dimensional natural stone, this pool was made for hot August nights. Deep charcoal tones and sculptural geometric texture catch the light beautifully, transforming the entire backdrop into a striking architectural feature that’s every bit as mesmerizing as the water itself.

This isn’t just a pool—it’s the kind of backyard that has your friends asking, “Wait... are you sure your house isn’t actually a resort?”

Visit Ceramic Tile Design, 846 Francisco Blvd W., San Rafael, to explore our collection of natural stone and pool tile and create an outdoor space that’s just as unforgettable.

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There’s something about a beautiful shower that makes the start and end of every day feel a little softer.

These handcrafted ceramic relief tiles turn an everyday walk-in shower into a work of art. Their repeating geometric pattern adds quiet movement, while the soothing sage green glaze settles beautifully into every raised detail, creating depth, texture, and a calming sense of warmth that only handcrafted tile can achieve.

It’s the kind of space that reminds you to slow down, enjoy the ritual of a long shower, and appreciate that even the simplest moments of self-care can feel a little more special.

Visit Ceramic Tile Design, 846 Francisco Blvd W., San Rafael, to explore our collection of handcrafted artisan tile and discover the perfect surface for your own spa-inspired retreat.

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