Terracotta is often associated with rustic, Provençal and country house-style interiors. Of course, this type of decoration is not for everyone. With this in mind, Novoceram has decided to reinvent the terracotta effect tile with a modern twist to keep it constantly on trend.
The aesthetic appearance of imitation terracotta tiles is perfectly faithful to classic terracotta. Every detail that characterises terracotta is reproduced on the tiles so realistically that it’s hard to notice any visual differences between the two materials. This fidelity in replication is made possible by the use of cutting-edge technologies that Novoceram employs when making its products.
However, the contemporary reinvention of this effect can be seen in the colours, which are not the traditional orange tones. This range of classic colours, from red to brown, warms up interiors, but is limited in terms of decoration. Novoceram has therefore turned its attention to designing more sober, neutral colours so that terracotta tiles in porcelain stoneware can blend in with all types of space. To find the perfect colours, several natural and coloured earths have been mixed together to achieve a unique and inimitable result. The wide variety of shades includes light or dark, warm or cool tones, giving a certain timelessness to the look of imitation terracotta porcelain stoneware.
Light colours, such as ivory tiles or beige tiles for example, enhance the room’s natural luminosity while finely underlining the decorative elements of the environment. They bring warmth and softness to the space in question. On the other hand, the dark colours of imitation terracotta tiles, often synonymous with power and elegance such as grey tiles, create an atmosphere imbued with modernity and add a certain cachet to the space. Whichever colour of terra cotta-look tile suits you best, they all blend beautifully with different spaces and mix modernity and tradition, contemporary character and rustic style with a harmonious balance.
The Palette of Terracotta: Explore our Shades
Our terracotta-effect collections replicate the authentic chromatic variations of natural clay, developed in specific colorways designed to suit both traditional and contemporary spaces:
Shapes and Decors: Blending Tradition with Modern Design
Our terracotta-effect range goes beyond basic tile sizes, redefining the raw material through historical geometries and contemporary graphic patterns:
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The Hexagonal “Tomette” Shape: A true masterpiece of French Provençal and Mediterranean heritage. This iconic hexagonal format (featured in the Osmose collection) creates dynamic floor patterns with a handcrafted feel, perfectly bridging country chic and urban design.
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Classic Square & Rectangular Formats: Timeless geometries that allow for traditional grid layouts or elegant brick-bond patterns. They are the ideal choice for recreating the quiet elegance of historic country estates and old-world patios.
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Modern Geometric Decors (Geom): Bold, crisp graphics with an optical or Scandinavian influence (such as Geom Clair, Geom Foncé, and Geom N&B). These tiles function like ceramic rugs, allowing you to visually frame specific zones like kitchen islands or walk-in showers.
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Vintage & Romantic Florals (Floral): A delicate pattern that evokes the charm of antique hand-painted encaustic tiles. This romantic option is ideal for feature walls in bathrooms or adding a poetic, retro touch to a kitchen backsplash.