I had to do a double take when I heard that terrazzo floors are coming back in style. I am immediately brought back to a time when I was younger, looking at homes in Florida with my parents. Older seventies ranch homes on the water with small bathrooms and….terrazzo floors. I have distinct memories of my parents looking at each other in disgust about another case of old Floridian terrazzo floors. So you must understand, it is a little hard to digest when I hear that terrazzo flooring is back.

That being said, I have seen some recent examples of terrazzo that is not fit for your grandmother’s house. After all, everyone deserves a come back.

Terrazzo floors in black inlaid with brass. I love this look. Via Chicago Curbed

Amazing terrazzo backsplash gives something more unique to the eye than your average subway tile. Via Apartment Therapy

Gorgeous hallway of terrazzo floors. Love the look against the white walls. Via Pinterest

A chic display of terrazzo floors by Renzo Mongiardino via AD

Fabulous terrazzo with industrial windows. Via Pinterest

An interesting mix of terrazzo floors and contrast. Via Apartment Therapy

Martyn Lawrence Bullard creates an amazing striped use of terrazzo floors in his Palm Springs home via AD.

Chic terrazzo floors in a modern ambience via Elle Decoration UK.

I adore this terrazzo backsplash and counter top. A fun twist on traditional marble. Via Pinterest