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 2024 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 2024 Home & Design category sponsor is The Trono Team. View the rest of the the Home & Design category here.
We’ve broken it down by region: Southern, Central and Northern Marin.
Southern | Central
Southern Marin
Heath Ceramics
Sausalito
Heath Ceramics has been a Sausalito staple since 1959. With over 30 craftspeople employed, customers will receive a robust, experienced and fulfilling selection of tile needs in this iconic Marin showroom. This expert team will identify and provide whatever tile or ceramic product you need.
400 Gate Five Road, Sausalito, 415.332.3732x1
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.
491 Gate 5 Rd, 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
Clé Tile
San Rafael
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.
2143 East Francisco Blvd, San Rafael, 415.887.9011
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
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The Trono Team
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