Tiles design plays an important role in interior design, offering both aesthetic appeal and functional benefits. These colorful little gems can dramatically transform a space, adding texture, color and pattern that enhance the overall ambiance. Their durability and ease of maintenance make them a practical choice, while their wide range of styles — from classic ceramic and porcelain to modern glass and stone — allows for creative expression and customization.
The 2025 readers’ choice Best of the County winner is Heath Ceramics (pictured above). For the rest of Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County tile showroom picks, see below.
Our 2025 Home & Design category sponsor is SDI Insulation and SDI Fireplaces. View the rest of the the Home & Design category here.
We’ve broken it down by region: Southern and Central Marin.
Southern Marin
Heath Ceramics
Sausalito
With a knowledgeable staff of over 30 people, Heath Ceramics has been a Sausalito staple since 1959. Visit their Marin showroom to see their work and visualize how it’ll look in your own home.
400 Gate 5 Rd, Sausalito, 415.332.3732
Tile Fever
Sausalito
After designing thousands of tile and stone projects in her 27-year career, Alissandre Haas opened Tile Fever in her hometown of Sausalito in 2020, a boutique studio showcasing artisan tile and natural stone. Allie’s handpicked tile and stone make her studio one of Marin’s best.
2660 Bridgeway, Sausalito, 415.686.0409
Central Marin
Ceramic Tile Design
San Rafael
The range of Ceramic Tile Design is impressive, as the company works on every possible tile project you could have. Whether it is a new swimming pool or a bathroom remodel, this San Rafael business has it covered.
846 Francisco Blvd W, San Rafael, 415.485.5180
Ceramic Tile Center
San Rafael
For more than 45 years, Ceramic Tile Centers have fulfilled both Marin and Sonoma Counties tile-related needs. With a passion for design and emphasis on customer service, the multiple locations have become some of the most sought-after tile design destinations in the area.
30 Castro Ave, San Rafael, 415.221.8558
Italics Tile & Stone
San Rafael
For over 35 years, Italics has been one of the best Bay Area spots for high quality imported ceramic and porcelain tiles, as well as natural stone, glass, and metal tiles. Italics specializes in selecting tiles that best aesthetically and practically suit any space. From kitchens to bathrooms, Italics Tile + Stone can help you update and elevate your space.
650 Irwin St, San Rafael, 415.451.6150
Miscellaneous Locations
Clé Tile
County-wide
At Clé Tile, art and history meet home decor with expertly crafted ceramics. With a large variety of color, style, pattern and material, their tiles can complement any space. Their hand-chiseled tiles are designed so that no two tiles are the same, inspired by their fascination with historic stone relics. Clé Tiles aims to create and curate unique pieces that will stand the test of time.
North Coast Tile & Stone
Santa Rosa (serves Marin)
Family owned and operated for over 30 years, North Coast Tile & Stone specialize in customer service, dedicated to making sure that clients are taken care of on every level with the highest quality of craftsmen in the county, the best designers on staff and the most beautiful selection of stone and tile in the area. Over 250 bundles of stone to choose from as well as a hand curated tile collection. They also work seamlessly with your designer and/or contractor if you already have one.
3854 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa, 707.586.2064
Home & Design Sponsor
SDI Insulation & SDI Fireplaces
Proudly family-owned and operated since 1977, SDI Insulation and SDI Fireplaces are full-service insulation, fireplace, and home performance contractors. Energy efficiency is their passion, and they strive to stay at the forefront of advancements in sustainable building technology, codes, and building science. They are dedicated to meeting our customers’ needs; their project managers will assist you in finding the best solution for your project and budget.
SDI Insulation and SDI Fireplaces | San Rafael, CA | 650.685.5500 | sdi-insulation.com
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