"It’s like velvet and leather—sultry and luxurious ... "I once put honed granite black countertops in a 19th-century home and it appeared as if they’d always been there.

From eye-catching visual elements to innovative features, the countertops of tomorrow are all about making bold statements ...

In 2025, kitchen countertops are embracing high-contrast veins, such as black and gold streaks on brilliant white quartz or deep ... but textured and leathered finishes are gaining popularity.