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

Quartz countertops come in even more colors and patterns because quartz is an engineered stone. ... and tan to green, pink, and blue. Basically, quartzite can hit a wide range of the color spectrum.

The sea green quartzite countertops and backsplash paired with Portuguese tiles framing a trio of windows makes for a calming backdrop to the statement-making Officine Gullo cooking island and hood.

When remodeling this kitchen, the owner chose engineered quartz countertops. “I never thought I would buy quartz,” she said, “but I couldn’t find a quartzite that was white enough.” ...

Quartz countertops, also called engineered stone countertops, are man-made products. They are made of 93% to 95% ground-up natural quartz stone and a small number of other minerals and colorants.

Going green continues to be a top priority for homeowners, with many opting for eco-friendly countertops, such as recycled quartz, composite surfaces, or terrazzo made from reclaimed stone chips.

Quartz countertops come in even more colors and patterns because quartz is an engineered stone. ... and tan to green, pink, and blue. Basically, quartzite can hit a wide range of the color spectrum.