Outdoor spaces have become essential to how we live, relax and entertain at home. Their design has grown more sophisticated, offering comfort and style while standing up to the demands of nature. Tile and natural stone play a central role in shaping these environments, uniting aesthetics and durability in ways that elevate everyday life. Get inspired!
Mixt 2.0™ – E by Emser Tile™ glazed porcelain
The foundation of any outdoor design is understanding how the space will be used. A quiet corner for morning coffee may require different choices than an outdoor kitchen designed for year-round gatherings. Materials should support the purpose while enhancing the setting. Whether it’s pool-rated porcelain, stacked stone walls or paving that defines a pathway or fire feature, today’s surfaces offer both creativity and performance.
Radiant™ – E by Emser Tile™ extruded glazed porcelain
A strategic approach to material selection ensures long-term success. Unlike interior finishes, outdoor surfaces must withstand sun, moisture and wide temperature swings. That’s why reviewing product specifications is critical. Tile and stone must be rated for their intended outdoor use to perform safely and beautifully.
Opuscar Grand™ pebbles mosaic
Design trends continue to blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces. There’s growing interest in environments that feel cohesive and connected. Warm neutrals, tactile finishes and materials that echo the look of wood, stone or brick help create visual harmony while maintaining a calm, contemporary feel.
Rhapsody™ glazed porcelain; photo credit: Toll Brothers Model Home, Creative Environments
As people invest more in their surroundings, outdoor living has become more than a seasonal retreat. It’s part of daily life. With the right materials and intentional design, these spaces can support everything from connection and creativity to quiet moments in nature.
Sculptural texture meets organic tone in this striking surface, perfect for modern outdoor transitions, Metamor™ glazed porcelain.
Evoke a spa-like calm with a sea blue surfaces and a serene finish, featuring Immerse™ glazed porcelain.
A nod to industrial chic, Tubage™ glazed porcelain brings urban edge to alfresco settings.
Naturally elegant, Extero™ natural stone blends raw beauty with timeless durability.
Bold and refined, Passion™ glazed porcelain sets the stage for statement-making outdoor moments.
Crisp lines and organic finishes define Reform™ glazed porcelain, ideal for nature-inspired patios.
Earthy and authentic, Claytone™ – E by Emser Tile™ glazed porcelain grounds any outdoor design in quiet simplicity.
With enhanced slip resistance, Milestone™ R11 glazed body match porcelain delivers safety with modern flair.
Seamlessly extend interiors outward with the soft, versatile palette of Connect™ glazed porcelain.
With its dimensional patterning, Mizzoni™ glazed porcelain layers visual interest into outdoor water features and hardscapes.
Add a touch of indoor luxury to outdoor lounging, Lenza Fiore™ honed marble.
Xtra™ Plus glazed body match porcelain pairs rugged performance with a refined look for high-traffic outdoor zones.
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