Spanish tiles have a rich history dating back to the 15th and 16th centuries, and in 2025, we are craving the return to craftsmanship and storytelling they signify. So, how do you decorate with this historic style and make it look contemporary?
Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick's kitchen is the perfect example. Kyra posted an image of the couple's Thanksgiving feast, offering an insight into their terracotta kitchen backsplash.
The surface is decorated with a variety of yellow, blue, and green tiles in a striking pattern. White cabinets and brown stone countertops offset the boldness of the tiles.
According to experts, this highly textured style is gaining traction as a kitchen backsplash trend for 2025. 'Choose tactile textures to elevate any room,' explains Isabel Fernandez, design expert at Quorn Stone. 'Welcome the tactile tile - offering the interior industry a comprehensive array of textured tile designs and unique surfaces, this trend is redefining the tile market.'
Shop the textured, Spanish-Style look
To recreate the textural style with a low commitment, clay planters are the perfect place to start. These pieces have a similar balance between old world charm and modern appeal.
Perfect for storing cactuses, this terracotta planter is one of the most versatile containers you can choose. It looks perfect in the kitchen while also making the a Spanish Revival statement in your entryway, living space or even on your porch.
This terracotta option would look right at home in a Spanish Revival home. It might be slightly too oversized for a regular kitchen island, but you can still get the look by placing it to side of your island or somewhere else in your kitchen.
Add a touch of organic flair to your porch using this gorgeous distressed urn. We love how its generous size demands attention in any space, whether its near an island or outside on your porch or terrace.
Isabel continues on the subject of kitchen tile trends, stating: 'The prominence of texture has been seen across fashion and interiors over the past year, and tiles are following suit for the year ahead. Wall tiles have evolved from being a simple functional solution to becoming a key element in interior design. Recent design trends drive us to constantly innovate, offering a wide range of options that combine aesthetics and functionality.'
Whether you opt for a Spanish-style look like in Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick's kitchen or go for a flashier zellige tile or a subtle terracotta, the most important element of the tile backsplash idea is texture.
Isabel explains: 'One of the standout trends for 2025, is the use of tiles with a pronounced and tactile surface. These designs can add depth and character to any room, whether with wavy, fluted and relief finishes, to those imitating natural materials such as stone.'
Many current trends arise from nostalgia and wanting to make spaces feel more alive. Textured tiles are the perfect place to start.
