# 3D Wall Tiles Ann Sacks' Hand-Scratched Sculptural Ceramics Use Sgraffato By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-06-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ann-sacks-tiles1 References: [luxist](http://www.luxist.com/2009/06/26/ann-sacks-sculptural-tiles/) & [annsacks](http://www.annsacks.com/onlinecatalog/program.jsp?cat=268004&coll=268204&prg=2019104&tab=1&startrow=21) These gorgeous [3D wall tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decorative-wall-panels) are made by Ann Sacks. Each [sculptural tile](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balera-collection) is made using the Italian scratching method of *sfgraffato*--a move that means no two tiles are exactly the same. There are three different styles: Nautilus, Botanical and Dahlia. Each Ann Sacks tile can be applied either horizontally or vertically, allowing the consumer to further personalize their space. **Implications** - This trend is showcasing that consumers are looking for revivals of [home decor products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallcovering-technology). Wallpaper has been around for decades and by creating an uplifting invention from an ordinary product it breathes a new light into home decor and gives more customization for homeowners. Designers should be looking to bring new life to ordinary products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Revival of Home Decor Products:** Designers should be looking to bring new life to ordinary products. - **Personalization in Home Decor:** Consumers are seeking more customization options for their spaces. - **Innovative Wall Tile Designs:** The use of unique scratching techniques creates distinct and eye-catching 3D wall tiles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** Manufacturers can explore new designs and techniques to revitalize traditional home decor products. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can use these 3D wall tiles to create personalized and visually striking spaces for clients. - **Ceramics Manufacturing:** Ceramics manufacturers can experiment with different scratching methods to create innovative and unique wall tile designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Waffle-Like Patterned Ceramic Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubik.md) - [Sculpted Pattern Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osso-bottone.md) - [Naturalistic Mosaic Design Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosaic-wall-tiles.md) - [Contemporary Artisan Ceramics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-habitat-collection.md) - [Mix-and-Match Wall Tile Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixandmatch-wall-tile.md) - [Vintage Graphics-Inspired Tile Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tile-collections.md) - [Functional Streamlined Ceramic Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uu-tiles-collection.md) - [Italian Interior Tile Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-tile.md) - [Performance-Driven Minimalist Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-tile.md)