6 key ideas to make your terrace look bigger with ceramic flooring
Sometimes it’s not about square metres – it’s about perception. A small terrace can become a spacious, serene and functional oasis with the right choice of materials and combinations. Ceramic flooring has the power to visually transform a space, especially when paired with the right colours, textures and patterns.
Here are 6 inspiring ideas that will not only make your terrace feel larger but will also fill it with style.
1. Tone-on-tone: cement-effect flooring + sand-coloured textiles
One way to create continuity and a greater sense of space is to opt for a monochromatic palette.
- Choose a cement-effect tile in light grey or soft beige.
- Pair it with cushions, outdoor rugs and curtains in shades of sand, linen or off-white.
- Add greenery in light clay or white ceramic pots.
Result: a terrace that feels calm, tidy and more spacious than it is.
2. Wood-effect ceramic + vertical garden = natural warmth without c
Wood-effect ceramic tiles are perfect for those who want warmth without the upkeep of natural wood.
- Opt for planks in honey or light oak hues.
- Combine them with a vertical garden or green trellis on one wall to draw the eye upwards.
- Low-profile furniture in white or natural wood enhances the sense of horizontal space.
Tip: plank direction matters – lay them parallel to the longest side to visually lengthen the area.
3.Beige porcelain flooring + white accents = timeless Mediterranea
A combination that never fails – bright, fresh and guaranteed to make any terrace look larger:
- Porcelain tiles in light stone or sand.
- White railings, linen curtains and round parasols.
- Accessories in wicker, raffia or natural rope.
Perfect for creating a coastal-inspired corner in the city.
4. Stone-grey ceramic flooring + black metal + light wood = minimalist elegance
For a contemporary, open-feel terrace:
- Large-format grey paving.
- Black metal structures (tables, slim pergolas).
- Light wood elements: benches, trellises or planters.
Result: a modern contrast with a clean, uncluttered aesthetic.
5. Visual trick: indoor–outdoor continuity with the same tile
One of the most effective ways to create a sense of spaciousness:
- Use the same porcelain flooring indoors and outdoors (living room–terrace or kitchen–terrace).
- Large sliding glass doors will maximise the effect.
- Add an outdoor rug and soft textiles to introduce subtle breaks without interrupting the flow.
Result: a unified “one space” feel, even if your terrace is compact.
6. Mix formats and textures: large format + decorative mosaic
Large formats visually enlarge a space, but you can still add personality without disrupting continuity:
- Main flooring in 60 x 120 format or larger.
- A defined area (outdoor shower, chill-out corner) in ceramic hydraulic mosaic or decorative tiles.
- Stick to the same colour family to maintain visual harmony.
The key: balance colour consistency with textural variety.
You don’t need more space – just better design
Ceramics allow you to play with light, flow and finishes to create outdoor spaces with real character. The aim isn’t only to make your terrace look bigger, but to turn it into somewhere you love spending time, whatever its size.
Explore our collections to see how you can transform and visually expand your terrace.