By New Ravenna Mosaics, the Ikat Collection comes in a range of jewel-toned, bold colors. Designed by Sara Baldwin, we like how it combines the pattern from ancient textiles and translates it to a new medium and were inspired by her own travels along the Silk Road and Central Asia. Though a lot of times bringing the ikat pattern into homes also incorporates a lot of earthy texture, we like how with these tiles it combines with a smooth, reflective surface.
The three Ikat patterns, Loom, Weft and Pamir, are presented in five distinct colorways and the whole collection is handcrafted in Virginia and created in a seamless, repeat pattern for interior vertical surfaces. We won't lie, these aren't standard, bargain tiles and are not only customized for each order, they're also made to measure; so they're not super inexpensive. "Loom" starts at $184 square foot. But, these patterns are so stunning they'd be worth incorporating in a small spot like a back splash or other unique area for a really powerful punch of personality.
What do you think? A perfect application for ikat or too much for a tile pattern?
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Love this. However, I have a feeling that due to the Ikat-overload going on, its going to look "soooo 2010" in a few years, and tile is a long-term commitment.
I am with ladykatey. Personally, I love it but I would not install it as I think it will get outdated quite quickly.
Oooooh -- sparkly!
I can see this in a CAREFULLY chosen colorway in a small niche or other petite place. It would become overwhelming and dated if large (although I could see is as glamorous in a large public space with lots of otherwise plain walls...) It's a beautiful effect, but very visually powerful. Handle with care!
Yes, these are shown in dramatic colorways and even function as art for the wall.
Yet they can be made in any combination of stone or glass - choose similar colors for a subtle tone-on-tone texture.
Beautiful handcrafted mosaics never go out of style.
Beautiful patterns. I applaud the tile company designers. But, unless you are a trust fund baby, it is best to not invest so heavily in highly trendy items, especially on hard-to-change surfaces. Go neutral on your fabulous tiles and splurge on some luxury Ikat linens. But, these are incredibly beautiful...
Does anyone know a source for the round mirror in the last photo, or something similar? I've been looking for something like that for my bathroom and can't seem to find anything small enough. (hoping for 24" or so)