Square tiles with slight color variations have been applied in a simple linear design, but the irregular texture gives it more dimension and gives the illusion of a more dynamic layout.

'We’re seeing a real shift towards celebrating material finishes, and square tiles allow those nuances; tonal variation, surface texture, edge detail, to take center stage. In that sense, this ...

All of it in tile. Cave’s installation “Equal All,” with spinning tops and noisemakers, skillfully conveys the textured feel of tile and metal. Amr Alfiky for The New York Times ...