The mirrored wall and console in this London entry hall by Argent Design reflects the graphic black and white floor and the Marc Quinn floral artwork. Photo courtesy of Argent Design
Painted wide-plank wood floors are an unexpected element in this Nick Olsen–designed colonial, which is one of the oldest existing homes in Dutchess County, New York. Photo by Reid Rolls
The library of this New York penthouse by John Barman boasts a glossy white floor with a quatrefoil pattern. Photo by Anastassios Mentis
A black and white marble floor sets a striking tone in the foyer of Kelly Hoppen’s London home. At the center of the space stands a lacquer-topped table designed by Hoppen and made by Matt Stanwix, above which hang three bespoke pendant lights by Hervé Langlais for Galerie Negropontes. Photo by Mel Yates
This Manhattan kitchen by Celerie Kemble has a strong Palm Beach vibe, anchored by the hand-painted floor. The Eero Saarinen Tulip table and chairs, along with the banquette, are upholstered in lavender faux leather. Photo by Simon Upton
Inside this 1937 Federal-style home in Los Angeles, Annette English combined several smaller rooms to create a large, open kitchen, which the designer outfitted with herringbone travertine floors, faceted pendant lights and a Moroccan tile backsplash. Photo by Grey Crawford
In this Oakland, California, bathroom by Katie Martinez, brass hardware pops against the black and white color scheme, but it’s the bold patterned cement tile on the floor that really shines. Photo by Aubrie Pick