Did you curate the mix of Delft tiles with a specific narrative in mind, or was it a more organic, collected look?
Burrow Farm is part of a larger estate, so we focused on tiles that felt British — depicting nature and outdoor pursuits. It was very much intended to feel like a wall of "found" moments rather than a repeating wallpaper effect. The charm is in the variety: small-scale motifs scattered across a consistent grid. It reads calm from a distance and delightful up close.

We loved making the custom pieces for this project. Did the client have specific bespoke designs in mind?
Yes! We commissioned three bespoke tiles with personal meaning: a penguin, a unicorn, and the clients' dog. Two of the three are arguably less "British," but they sit seamlessly within the wider field. They feel like little discoveries rather than loud feature inserts.

Photography by Luke White

With such a large surface area, how did you map the layout?
We mapped it digitally in Photoshop first to get the distribution and rhythm right. That gave us a clear plan for spacing and balance before anything was installed. We treated it like composing a pattern, ensuring bolder motifs were dispersed so no one area felt "louder" than the rest.

Did you plan the tile field around the twin shower fittings, or vice versa?
The fittings were the fixed anchors — symmetrical and prominent. We composed the tile field around them so the pattern would feel continuous and calm, avoiding any awkward clashes or interrupted motifs right where your eye naturally lands.

The way the tiles reveal themselves as you enter the room is beautiful. Was that planned?
It was actually a happy outcome of the layout constraints! Upon entering, you see the double basin and the backsplash — a taste of what’s to come. It’s the kind of tile that rewards discovery as you move around the corner.

For designers or clients planning a large-scale Delft project, what is your top piece of advice?
Treat it like a full elevation, not just tiling. Plan the distribution so the motifs stay balanced. Also, use an installer confident with glazed decorative tiles, and don’t overlook the grout — there are many shades of white that can completely change the final look.

The pairing of Delft with antique brass is stunning. Was that always the intention?
Antique brass is a natural partner to Delft. It warms the cool blue-and-white, doing the important work of stopping the space from feeling too crisp or clinical.

And that deep, velvety wall colour — how did you land on that specific shade?
The Delft was the hero; the wall colour was chosen to support it. I sought to match the deepest blue in the tile to create a "gallery frame" around the shower, making the white tiles feel even brighter.

You’ve used our tiles in several projects now. What draws you to them?
Simply put, I think they are utterly charming! I found the team incredibly helpful, from narrowing down the selection to creating the bespoke tiles. I would recommend them to other designers without hesitation.