HOW TO MAKE BASIC TILE LOOK EXPENSIVE The shower is often the statement piece of a bathroom—and it can also be one of the most expensive elements to design. Because you won’t want to replace tile in a few years, I try to avoid choices so trendy they may quickly make the bathroom feel dated. Instead, I choose a few timeless, coordinating tiles and make them interesting through pattern, scale, placement, and texture . A simple tile can feel completely different when it’s stacked vertically, paired with a contrasting border, used in a niche, or combined with a smaller mosaic on the shower floor. You don’t necessarily need a trendy tile to create an interesting shower. Sometimes it’s how you use the tile—not the tile itself—that makes the statement. -------- Creating your dream shower doesn’t have to be complicated. Start by finding a shower design or configuration that catches your eye—one that fits both your personal style and the size of your space. Think of it as your inspiration rathe...