Waterfall Countertop

In a cookspace, a waterfall countertop can be a stunning focal point, linking floor design with cabinetry in one dynamic sweep and elevating an ordinary island to the level of fancy furniture.
Kitchen Quartz CounterTop

The material is very durable and is also non-porous, which helps it resist stains and most other common home hazards (excluding heat).
Center Island in Kitchen

If its main purpose is extra work and prep space, many of its finishes and wood grains can withstand chopping, slicing and dicing directly on its surface.