Bohemia porcelain tile collection aligns with the Tribal Beat trend.
What does “Tribal Beat” mean in the context of interior design trends? Think of it as a more refined incarnation of the Boho Chic movement that started a few a years ago. As with Art Deco Revival, Tribal Beat has its roots in increasing consumer confidence. As people have become more optimistic, world travel has continued to increase, giving rise to global inspiration in decor. The tribal trends we’re seeing now are influenced by many places around the world, from Africa to Papau New Guinea, with culturally diverse elements coming into play.
What Does Tribal Beat Look Like in Interior Design?
The free-spirited, vintage-loving look of boho chic is transitioning into a more sophisticated iteration that’s simpler, more cohesive, and more purposeful. When looking at the Tribal Beat design, we’re talking about graphic and bold elements, natural colors like ochre and sienna, color combinations like black and white or black and tan, and lots of texture that comes from nature. Inclusion is the key; inspiration rather than appropriation is the impetus behind this trend.
Where to See Tribal Beat in Tile
With the heavy focus on texture and color, the Tribal Beat trend can be seen in a variety of tile and mosaics collections. Look for highly textural fabric looks, cotto and concrete, terra cottas, black and cream color schemes, and bold geometric patterns. Keep in mind the look is not necessarily about the tile design, but what you do with the installation to create a unique pattern that embraces the trend. Here’s a look at some Crossville tile selections that beautifully align with the Tribal Beat trend.
Tile with Fabric-like Finishes
Bohemia
Taking its inspiration from nomadic, spirited cultures, Bohemia is a popular collection with a fabric-inspired finish. Offering a fresh take on texture, Bohemia’s textile-like surface harkens to the appearance and touch of burlap over concrete – a fitting foundation for designs created in the Tribal Beat trend.
Ready to Wear
Patterned with classic warp, weft, texture, and tone, Ready to Wear comes in a full line of smart-casual shades that speak to the relaxed-yet-refined sensibility integral to the Tribal Beat trend.
Concrete Looks
Reclamation
A blended concrete and wood look, Reclamation porcelain tile delivers performance characteristics that can’t be matched by the “real” counterparts – while providing a beautiful backdrop for any Tribal Beat design scheme.
Steel City
Whiskey Lullaby
Tobacco Road
Cotton Exchange
Gotham
With the subtle striations, aggregate finishes, and lived-in colorations of concrete, Gotham offers a style imbued with true porcelain strength, durability, and easy maintenance.
Pavement
Dockside
Mainline
Clock Tower
Penthouse
Lamp Post
Notorious
Also within our concrete-look line-up, Notorious offers distinct concrete visuals with a level of endurance true concrete can’t offer. Mix and match sizes and shapes or mix with other looks (like our wood-look Nest as shown below) to create unique, globally-inspired designs. From modular sizing, mosaics, and brick plank looks to trims, Notorious offers design flexibility in one complete package.
Geometrics
Many of our collections are versatile with diverse shapes and sizes, giving designers the opportunity to create their own geometric patterns. Here’s a look at Yin+Yang, Handwritten, and Simpatico for inspiration.
Yin + Yang
Handwritten
Simpatico
This is just a sampling of the many Crossville tile collections that will beautifully complement your Tribal Beat spaces. Peruse the products section of our website to discover the many options available. Here’s our own Lindsey Waldrep, VP of Marketing, discussing Tribal Beat as part of a guided look at current interior design trends and the ways tile products align with the latest looks.
For more Tribal Beat design inspiration, be sure to check out our Pinterest board!
