Hear the words geometric flooring and you might be faced with some unfortunate mental images of dingy vinyl tiles peeling at the edges in your grandparents’ home! We’re asking for two minutes of your time to refresh your thoughts on this flooring style that has had a mighty revival in recent years.
You would be forgiven for thinking that geometric is a relatively modern style trend that has recently blown up on social media. However, the historians of you out there will know that these striking tile designs originally date back to the 12th Century, where Cistercian monks produced tiles from clay. Thanks to Queen Victoria and Prince Albert commissioning a porcelain manufacturer to make an encaustic (patterned) pavement for Osborne House, it was the beginning of the 19th Century in Victorian England where this medieval building design had its first revival. This reappearance saw geometric tiles make their way into parliament buildings, churches, museums and everyday homes, remaining popular for the best part of the last two centuries.
During the 1960s-1970s, the world temporarily fell out of our love affair with geometric tiles, with many homeowners covering over these pieces of art. However, since their most recent revival, many homeowners have rediscovered these stunning floors and restored them to their original beauty. Consequently, luxury vinyl tile manufacturers have met demand of this trend and created huge ranges of geometric patterns, ranging from Victorian and Heritage styles to bold and modern contemporary design, both proving hugely transformative when laid in both residential and commercial properties. But what else is it about geometric floor patterns that make them so appealing?
Geometric floors are limitless. A range of materials can be used to create an effective geometric floor. When you combine this with the impressive designs that can be created, you’ll soon realise that the possibilities are almost endless. Whether you are honing the traditional Victorian floor tile aesthetics for a home reno or searching for a modern patterning to create a bolder look, geometric design can tick off your design brief in more ways than one.
It’s important to decide what kind of impact you want to make, as once you’ve decided this, you can then choose the flooring you want. The size of the room you’ll be installing the geometric flooring in will also have a bearing on what type of pattern you choose. Large spaces look great with geometric panel flooring, as you’ll really have the space to see the patterns run into each other from panel to panel. If you have a smaller space, including odd shaped rooms, a geometric floor that flows across the space (ie a floor that isn’t in a panel with a border) will look great as it will make the room look bigger.
If you are renovating a period property and planning to honour the heritage of your home, a geometric floor will be a wonderful way of achieving this. Subtle geometric patterns can make the room feel elegant and grand, like the floor has been in your home for decades. Equally, the beautiful original Victorian tile designs will create that impressive wow factor, whether you choose a classic black and white tile or experiment with other colour palettes.
When it comes to modern geometric flooring, you’ll have noticed that the patterns can make a striking statement or can look more understated depending on what you choose. Many designers and renovators are opting for geometric tiles to add a unique look or create an interesting decorative pattern with a wow factor, both timeless.
If you’re looking for an interesting flooring design, experimenting with geometric flooring is a great option to go for. With ever growing variety in colours, tile size and pattern, you can create impressive designs and bring out personality with ease.
If you’re still unsure on how a geometric floor could work in your home or business, please get in touch and we can run through your options with you.
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