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For a more contemporary twist, tinted glass lights are ideal.
Glass fixtures with a smoky grey tint make a great addition
to modern homes leaning towards industrial or minimalist
sensibilities.

The subtle, smoky finish can add a hint of drama to a space,
being slightly darker than regular glass options. These lights
are ideal for creating a subdued atmosphere and are perfect
for use over dining tables.

Glass lights don’t just have a place inside the home.
Waterproof glass lighting fixtures make excellent additions
to front porches and garden patios, infusing these often-
neglected areas with style and illumination.

Tantalising tableware
Everything old is new again, and this is particularly true for
glassware trends. Retro-inspired drinkware, reminiscent of
the 1960s and 1970s, is making a significant comeback. From
chunky cocktail glasses to mid-century modern tumblers,
these pieces add a nostalgic flair while still feeling fresh and Earthy tones are not limited to plates and bowls; they also make
contemporary. their way into glassware and melamine ware. For instance, a
terracotta dinner set paired with olive green water glasses can create
Colourful glassware is all about setting the mood. Morning a warm and inviting atmosphere. These colours are ideal for a home
coffee and tea feel warmer when services are provided in that aims to provide a relaxing and mindful dining experience.
amber- or smoke-coloured glass coffee mugs. An evening
celebration becomes more romantic when accompanied Say goodbye to traditional round plates. In 2025, geometric and
by red martini glasses, or more exciting with spunky asymmetrical shapes will take centre stage. Hexagonal plates,
champagne glasses. Every day drinking glasses filled with triangular bowls and oval platters are becoming the go-to choices.
water are more calming and natural when they project These unique shapes add artistic flair to table settings, making every
colours of green or blue. meal a visual delight.

Another major trend is the slim, tall designs of glassware. Around the home
These elongated glasses are elegant and ideal for Recycled glass tiles are at the forefront of sustainable bathroom tile
presenting cocktails, long drinks or even iced teas. Their trends. These eco-friendly tiles are crafted from post-consumer glass
slim profile makes them look modern and sleek, giving off a and are available in various colours, from translucent sea greens to
contemporary vibe. vibrant blues. Their reflective surfaces turn a floor into an accent
feature, making small bathrooms feel larger and more open. Arrange
Transparency is making its triumphant entry into the world of them in gradient mosaic patterns or as single-colour tiles for a
tableware and offers timeless elegance. sustainable yet stylish floor.

In 2025, earthy and organic colours will dominate crockery Fluted glass is making a big comeback in 2025. It offers a perfect
designs. Shades like terracotta, olive green, sandy beige balance of privacy and light diffusion. Its ribbed surface introduces
and muted browns are becoming increasingly popular. subtle texture while maintaining an airy, open feel, making it ideal
These colours evoke a sense of calm and a connection to for shower enclosures, cabinet doors, or even partitions.
nature, making them perfect for wellness-focused dining
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