I like both tiles but if you're going for a plain, dark navy tile (?) in the shower I think the softer pattern will work better. The dark tile also appears to be black which wouldn't look as good with navy imo. Some coral accessories/art will break up the blue grey. What colour Is the bath, vanity etc? In terms of dirt a mid tone is better, light and dark both show dirt however I'd guess the lighter tile may be marginally better with its pattern

Many thanks for all comments, really good input, block work is started near window so better make my decision quick ! Thanks for all input, much appreciated, Lawrence

Both Hansgrohe and (Friedrich) Grohe are German companies; Friedrich was a son of Hans who went on his own in the 1930s, so they share a certain heritage. These days, Grohe is larger and no longer family owned. Both produce outside Germany as well as on their original German sites still. Both produce "basic" and "high-end" ranges. They're both regarded well back home in Germany, much of the choice is down to personal preference. Hansgrohe is on average slightly more expensive (but not on everything). They also own the Axor design brand which has a more "ecletic" selection. One can mix-and-match; in our bath (bit messy, sorry - we're using it for the washing up while waiting for the kitchen to be installed), the mixer is Grohe as is the shower wall outlet, the shower rail and head shower arm (just above the shower screen) are Hansgrohe pieces. At least the chromed finishes are very close for the two: Both can be sourced well below retail list prices - if you're prepared to wait, German online sellers for bathroom goods tend to have many-months delivery timelines. For Grohe essentials (the classical Grotherm mixers) at least, any German DIY shop stocks these at very attractive prices (the difference to the UK retail price list will pay for the ferry ticket and fuel).

I love the warmth of the wood vanity with the 2nd design. Although marble is a design classic i just think the 2nd may possibly have more longevity as there’s nothing to go off of? I really like your feature tiles but they’re pretty on trend, where are they going? i’d just consider if they can easily be changed when trends/taste change. I only say that as my kitchen tiles make quite a statement but they're restricted to around the oven and were relatively cheap