The countertops are a huge investment, money- and style-wise, in a kitchen remodel. Take inspiration from design expert Erin Napier to get the choice right.

A kitchen with butcher block wood countertops and green subway tile backsplash - Joseph Hendrickson/Shutterstock Butcher block evokes ruggedness and timeless beauty ...

Butcher block evokes ruggedness and timeless beauty, and that meshes well with the modern trends of biophilic and sustainable interiors. With these nature-inspired designs on the rise it's no wonder ...