The Octagon as a Trending Shape in Current Interior Design

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The Octagon as a Trending Shape in Current Interior Design

The octagon has been used in architecture since the Ancient Greeks began building structures utilizing the shape.^[1] At the time, it was easier to create an eight-sided structure than a circular one. The octagonal structure’s popularity waned as the twentieth century began and heavy machinery made building a more uniform process.

However, all was not lost for this stylish geometric shape. Instead of constructing buildings with eight sides, interior designers started crafting ways to incorporate the octagon indoors.

The popularity of the octagon shape in interior design continues today. You’ll find many options from upholstery to tile showcasing eight-sided figures in stunning patterns. You can utilize the octagon in many areas of your home when you want to accentuate a specific feature or add a little color.

Why Octagon Design?

Octagons are polygons. These shapes are seen in common items around us, such as bolts. When used in designs, they bring to mind comforting, familiar objects.^[2] Designers enjoy using octagons to create large compositions. The equal size of each side makes the shape perfect for constructing:

●       Flowers with colorful centers and petals

●       Repeating pattern of one color

●       Honeycombs

●       Ripples of color with different shaded octagons

This eight-sided figure is also versatile and can be incorporated into your decor in just about any part of your home.

Trendy Places to Use Octagon Interior Design Elements

Recent design trends place octagons throughout the home. Any place that needs a little brightening or refreshing is a solid choice for a polygon pick-me-up. Some of our favorite spots where we’ve seen stunning incorporations of this shape include:

●       Kitchen tiles

●       Bathroom walls

●       Flooring

●       Patterned fabrics for curtains, bedding, and more

Since they encourage feelings of comfort and a sense of being in a familiar place, octagons can make your home feel complete. They promote the calming and relaxing vibes that every homeowner seeks. Furthermore, octagons are trendy and can give any space an upscale designer look.

Octagon Tiles

One of the easiest ways to give your home that comforting, yet trendy designer look is to use octagonal tiles.

Kitchen

While subway tiles are still popular in kitchens, octagons have begun to rival them as the favored design. The two places many homeowners are loving this trendy shape are the backsplash and the floor.

Backsplash

The kitchen backsplash is both functional and an excellent place to showcase your style. A backsplash protects your walls from sticky sink and stove splatter. Tiles are easy to wipe down so you can easily keep them clean and looking their best.

Another exciting aspect of octagon tiled backsplashes is you can use large or small tiles, depending on the look you wish to achieve. Some of our favorite backsplashes crafted with eight-sided tiles are:

●       All white – The same color tiles have a mesmerizing effect. For a trendy backsplash, try medium-sized white hexagons.

●       White with accents –  You can also use the same tiles you’d use for an all-white backsplash, but bisect the backsplash space with a line of hexagon tiles in a bright, complementary color.

●       Multi-colored – Make the backsplash a work of art with multi-colored, tiny, mosaic tiles pieced together in a random manner.

A new backsplash is one of the fastest ways to make your kitchen feel like a brand new space.

Flooring

You can also use octagons on your floor. Large limestone, travertine, or ceramic pieces make ideal kitchen floors. Natural stone is stunning in just about any setting while ceramic will give a room a timeless, classic appeal.

Bathroom

Your bathroom will also benefit from incorporating octagons in the design. One of our favorite materials to use in a bathroom is an octagon mosaic tile. These colorful and versatile pieces can make a dull room a work of luxurious art

Shower Walls

The walls of your shower can shine when you use multi-colored octagon mosaics. Alternatively, for a cleaner look, use the small, white octagons with colorful honeycomb or flower patterns strategically placed throughout. This will give you a pop of color without detracting from your modern style.

Floor Tile

Small white octagon floor tiles are a classic bathroom look. Recreate this timeless appeal with a unique, modern twist by creating a pattern that includes a few colorful mosaics throughout.

Need Inspiration? Materials Marketing Is Here For You

If you’ve fallen in love with the idea of sprucing up your home decor with some new, octagonal-shaped tile, there’s no shortage of ways you can choose to do so. However, we know that redesigning your home can feel overwhelming. If you’re not sure where to begin, we can help.

When you visit one of Materials Marketing’s showrooms and work with a design expert, you’ll be amazed by how smoothly the process goes. Our professionals will listen to your ideas and show you how to bring them to life. Contact us today to learn more.

Sources:

Top Sider Homes. The History of Octagon Homes and Octagonal Structures. https://www.topsiderhomes.com/octagonal-homes.php

UX Design Collective. Psychology of Shapes in Design: How Different Shapes Can Affect People’s Behavior. https://uxdesign.cc/psychology-of-shapes-in-design-how-different-shapes-can-affect-people-behavior-13cace04ce1e

^[1] Top Sider Homes. The History of Octagon Homes and Octagonal Structures. https://www.topsiderhomes.com/octagonal-homes.php

^[2] UX Design Collective. Psychology of Shapes in Design: How Different Shapes Can Affect People’s Behavior. https://uxdesign.cc/psychology-of-shapes-in-design-how-different-shapes-can-affect-people-behavior-13cace04ce1e