"How do I pick a tile that isn't a trend and go out in a few years and one that I'll like for a very long time. " Everything is a "trend" sooner or later ... the trick is to pick something that you really like, preferably something you have always liked. Simple has longer staying power than fancy or "cute" Neutrals and classic "bath" colors (like cobalt or pale blues) last longer than trendy ones Pick something you can tart up with trendy accessories, that will look good if this season's magenta towels are replaced in a few years with yellow.

If you tile the cabinet all the way to the top, I doubt it would be too noticeable. The counter top will fill in some of that few inches. You could also alter your design an maybe do a smaller back splash all around, maybe something like this, even taller if you wanted. It would be okay to have some sheetrock showing on the shower wall, as long as it's enough to look deliberate and and not an error.

Thank you everyone. I asked because only thoughts and concerns and likes or exactly what you are all saying. I like the thought of it because if someone washes their hands and splashes etc. but because it is floating and not up against the wall to the right or left, I almost feel like the mosaic will look funny on top of it as I do not plan to take the mosaic throughout The entire wall. The Fossett was just installed so it doesn't seem like it splashes behind the Fossett but it does splash in front of you which is annoying. All these modern, cool looking Vanities with sleek and funky sinks are never that great when it comes to splashing. after reading your opinions, I think I will skip it. I think if it was butting up against the wall on the right or left I would feel better about doing it. thank you all for taking the time to reply.

Hey there, thanks for the feedback! Yes that was my concern, I didn’t want it to look busy with all of the tile work. I hear ya, but it’s also the guest bathroom (though guests have been few and far between the last 2 years!). But I’m of the mindset I want to make something as beautiful as possible, even for my little guy 😀. Right now the bathroom is straight out of the 80s. Lol. But thank you!