onto the blank wall. Then use a contrast in paint, say the rug color, to create a tone-on-tone look from colors already in the room. The key is tot to use too much contrast in smaller rooms to make a larger overall effect.

hold the installation laterally in position for a stronger set. If you don't like unsightly grout lines use a tight joint (if the "tiles" are equally sized and don't vary) and find a matching grout color to help blend.

kitchen. That'll lend a more "contemporary" feel to the room. Or you could have a mason come in and convert it over to a pizza oven wall if it's not being used to heat the house.

over-bearing. If the fireplace was only red with slight accents drawn into the cabinetry area it would have balanced better.