Every year, Original Style picks out a Tile of the Year - a design that feels fresh, relevant, and beautifully made. For 2026, the crown goes to Promenade, a painterly striped tile that manages to feel both timeless and bang on trend. Stripes have always had a place in interiors, but Promenade softens them with a watercolour brushstroke effect that brings warmth and movement.
Why Promenade?
Taken from Original Style's Living Collection, Promenade is a stripe with a twist. Instead of the rigid, uniform lines you might expect, it feels hand-painted, with blurred edges and an almost watercolour quality. Each of its three colourways has its own story to tell: Brighton brings a cool, coastal blue; Hastings leans into a grounded, heritage green; and Margate glows with sunshine yellow. Designed in Devon and crafted in Britain, it’s a homegrown tile that celebrates the best of UK design and craftsmanship.
How to Use Promenade
This is where the fun begins! Promenade isn’t just about looking good on a sample board; it really comes alive in the home. Brighton’s breezy tones create spa-like bathrooms, Hastings adds richness to hallways or kitchen splashbacks, and Margate gives instant warmth to a feature wall. You don’t need to cover an entire room for it to work - sometimes a single panel can become the focal point that ties everything together.
At TABO, we’ve already seen how popular Original Style is with our customers - it’s one of our top-selling brands. We love showcasing their work because it complements the many Italian tiles we stock, proving just how good British tile-making can be. And if you’d like to see Promenade in person, we have samples ready to order and a welcoming showroom in Milton Keynes where you can explore the full Original Style collection.
The Technical Details
- Size: 600 x 300mm
- Material: Ceramic with a matt finish and straight edges
- Suitability: Walls, including bathrooms and wet areas
- Pieces per m²: Approximately 5.5
A Stripe That Stands Out
Promenade isn’t your average stripe tile - it’s full of character, with painterly detail and a richness that makes it feel alive on the wall. Brighton has that easy, breezy blue, Hastings brings a classic green with a heritage edge, and Margate gives a warm, sunny glow. However you use it, this Tile of the Year adds personality in a way that feels natural and welcoming. And as official Original Style retailers, we’re proud to offer not only Promenade, but also samples of coordinating designs that help you build the perfect look.
Come and see for yourself why Promenade is set to be one of the most talked-about tiles of 2026.
To keep up with the latest from Original Style, follow them on Instagram and Facebook for fresh ideas and behind-the-scenes inspiration. You’ll also find plenty more creative ways to use Promenade on their Pinterest board 'Tile of the Year 2026', where some of the images featured here were first shared.
