Most modern kitchen countertops today are typically seen with straight ... and they are less likely to chip if they are ...

It still retains some of the best qualities of the normal ogee, but it adds a sleeker, more modern feel that the ogee doesn't have in its more conventional elegance. Stepped edge countertops ...

and some rooms may require the simplicity of a traditional countertop. "Some modern or minimalist spaces call for simplicity, where a sleek, straight edge is often a great choice," says Marie.