Imo the fewer tiles and patterns in a bathroom the better i actually do not like regular subway tile in a shower too mant grout lines the larger the tile the better 12 x 24 s work very well.
Two color subway tile patterns.
It works well for a taller space like a shower to create vertical and horizontal subway tile patterns rather than just one large pattern that can be overwhelming when used in a large and tall space.
Herringbone at 90 degrees.
2x6 subway tile in herringbone pattern 22e blue opal.
To up the ante try using two different colors of subway tile.
The herringbone at 90 degrees also draws the eye up and creates visual interest in the space.
3x6 subway tile 214 coastal breeze.
An aqua blue or blush pink tile would pack a colorful punch on a shower wall making it a fun choice for a kid s bathroom.
Whether you choose the classic white 3x6 subway tile or opt for a large multi color arrangement subway tiles are a timeless choice for your kitchen bathroom or fireplace surround.
Subway tile is available in a wide range of colors from white and black to reds greens pink blue even mirrored finishes.
Combining colored tiles with colored grout or even a simple white tile with for example a turquoise grout can add definition to your design.
3x6 subway tile 12w blue bell.
The classic herringbone pattern just tilted 90 degrees.
Ceramic tiles are available in thousands of colors from classic white to bright red and beyond.
Shorten the shower remove that pony wall this is the time for a good redesign of a silly sized shower in fact what you have for tile is a lot better than.
Here are a few interesting options.