Designed to be used in meat processing, the aptly named butcher block is a favorite surface for countertops in the kitchen. It stands up well to contact with sharp knives — without dulling blades — ...

Brooklyn Beckham's kitchen features an innovative feature beloved by designers and chefs alike: a butcher-block island. The wooden countertop adds a sense of character and warmth to a kitchen and is ...

Adding an island may seem counterintuitive in a tight kitchen because it will take up more floor space than you think you want to give, but in many cases, the positives outweigh the concerns. More ...