As 2025 continues to bring elevated design and function into focus, tile trends in Australia are shifting toward bold statements, soft minimalism, and timeless textures.
Tile Trends Featuring CBFD Collections
If you’re working on a high-end commercial fitout or a residential renovation, CBFD’s collections such as Stonepeak, Antique, Eden, Enso, and Chateau, offer unique, on-trend options that deliver both style and durability. In this blog post, we unpack five emerging tile trends and show you how to apply them using CBFD’s exclusive tile collections.
1. Square & Subway Tiles with Seamless Flow
Open-plan living is a hallmark of contemporary Australian design, and Square / Subway tiles are a natural fit. Their dimensions enhance spatial flow and allow surfaces to feel cleaner and more expansive.
CBFD’s Stonepeak Collection, available in square and subway formats, brings this concept to life. With its soft stone-like finish, Stonepeak is ideal for kitchens, living rooms, and entryways where cohesion and sophistication are key. It’s also a top choice for commercial spaces thanks to its hard-wearing porcelain body and boasts a slip rating of R10/P3.
2. Heritage-Inspired Elegance
While modernism dominates much of today’s design, heritage motifs are making a quiet but powerful return. These tiles draw inspiration from European architecture and early 20th-century pattern work, giving new builds and renovations a sense of age and character.
CBFD’s Eden Collection and Chateau Décor Collection are perfect examples. Featuring decorative and geometric designs in muted and monochrome palettes, these tiles are excellent for feature floors, powder rooms, and fireplaces. Their matte finish and vintage charm elevate interiors without overwhelming them.
3. Nature-Inspired Texture & Colour
Tiles that reflect natural materials, like stone, sand, or clay, create a calming foundation for interiors. In 2025, Australians are favouring earthy neutrals and textures that mimic handmade surfaces.
Enter CBFD’s Antique Collection. With its organic finish and soft tonal variations, Antique adds warmth and depth to minimalist spaces. It’s ideal for serene bathrooms, spa-style laundries, and calming kitchen vibes. Combine it with warm lighting and natural timber to complete the earthy aesthetic.
4. Japandi & Wabi-Sabi Influences
Clean lines, tonal softness, and gentle imperfections, these are the cornerstones of the Japandi and Wabi-Sabi trends that continue to influence Australian interiors. These styles prioritise restraint, tactility, and atmosphere over bold colour or intricate pattern.
CBFD’s Enso Collection captures this design ethos perfectly. Available in creamy whites, warm greys, and teal gradients, Enso tiles lend a hand-made, artisanal look to splashbacks and feature walls. Their surface texture diffuses light softly, making them especially impactful in ambient-focused spaces like ensuites and boutique hotel bathrooms.
5. Bold Splashbacks & Colour-Driven Zones
While many 2025 interiors lean towards neutral, strategic bursts of colour are on the rise. Particularly in kitchens and wet areas. Statement splashbacks, colour-blocked walls, and dual-toned layouts are helping homeowners and designers express personality without committing to full-room vibrancy.
The Chateau Colour Collection answers this demand with rich, moody hues like Bordeaux and Boho. Use them as a splashback against soft oak cabinetry or feature them in niches to add dimension. Their traditional glaze and handmade appearance bring artistry into every application.
Tile Trends Shaping Australian Interiors
Tiles in 2025 are all about expression through balance. From large formats to heritage décor, and from natural textures to bold colour zones, the trends shaping Australian interiors are as versatile as they are beautiful.
CBFD’s curated tile collections, Stonepeak, Antique, Eden, Enso, and Chateau, help architects and designers bring these ideas to life with product ranges that are as reliable as they are trendy.
Need wholesale tiles for your next project? CBFD supplies Australian retailers with premium tiles that meet today’s top design trends. If you’re looking for our tiles, visit the Resellers page to search the closest retailer to you. For more inspiration, visit our Instagram, or explore this renovation project by Kiki & Co to see how our products come to life in real homes.