Black and cream patterned tiles bring immediate graphic structure to an interior, and Boomerang – Black on Cream gives that contrast a softer, handpainted character. The repeat is built from two differently sized boomerang or V-shaped forms, organised to create a sense of rotation and visual rhythm across the surface. Set on a cream ground with black painted detail, it offers a disciplined pattern that feels lively without becoming severe.

Black and Cream Patterned Tiles with Movement

Indeed, the boomerang pattern is a design that one keeps coming back to.

The juxtaposing and organisation of  the repeat of two different sized boomerang or V shapes give this design a movement of a propeller in motion.

In Crosland’s own words: “I always think that putting shapes into repeat is a bit like arranging notes in music  only  it  produces  a  visual rhythm and tune rather than audible one. I hope this collection demonstrates this.”

The strength of this design is its controlled motion. Rather than reading as a single decorative motif, the tile builds into a continuous field, making it useful for walls, splashbacks, bathrooms, kitchens, restaurants and residential interiors where pattern needs to carry the room without overwhelming it. The 20 x 20 cm format allows the design to repeat cleanly across compact areas or larger installations, while the handpainted finish keeps the surface from looking flat or mechanically printed.

Material Character and Design Use

As part of the Haveli family by Neisha Crosland, Boomerang – Black on Cream sits within a collection of glazed terracotta tiles known for distressed matte surfaces, earthy colourways and small geometric designs. For De Ferranti, its appeal lies in how precisely it balances craft and usability. The black and cream palette is easy to place, but the repeat has enough energy to create a strong design statement on feature walls, fireplace surrounds, kitchen areas or carefully specified floors.

For wider pattern-led ceramic work, explore Ceramics by Neisha Crosland. The collaboration between Neisha Crosland and De Ferranti is especially useful for designers looking for surfaces where pattern, glaze and hand finishing are treated as part of the material brief rather than as decoration added at the end.

Specification Notes and Project Supply

Boomerang – Black on Cream may be considered for internal walling, bathrooms, kitchens, residential projects, restaurants, flooring and warm climate exterior use, subject to the correct specification and installation advice. Samples, quantities, lead times and suitability should be reviewed against the intended setting before ordering.

Project Guidance and Enquiries

For project guidance, samples, availability, pricing or bespoke material enquiries, please contact De Ferranti directly. We can help you assess suitability, discuss quantities, review lead times and advise on the right surface for your project.