BRITISH TRADITION

Checkerboard tiles are definitely enjoying some time in the spotlight once again. This traditional pattern is versatile, so it can work in almost any type of home, whether you’re in a cottage, Queenslander or city townhouse. Usually in classic black and white or red and white, checkerboard can work particularly well in the bathroom, whether you lay it straight or on the diagonal (which can make smaller rooms appear larger). It’s a style that will complement almost any other decor in the space. In this Victorian-era bathroom in Cheshire, UK, the homeowner has paired Otto encaustic cement tiles in Dirty White and Burgundy to create a striking checkered floor, which underpins the classic English-country style of the room. >