Counter depth is a marketing term that generally means the fridge is 24" deep BUT that can be just the box or include box and door. A friend of mine wound up with a "counter depth" fridge, built in, that really was 33" deep and stuck out from the cabinets like a brute because the spec sheet did not include the measurement with the door. Built in fridges don't have finished sides, get bolted to the cabinets and can take a front panel or not. Non built in fridges have finished sides and can be installed to look like built ins even when they are not. Older fridges were something like 63-68" tall and about 33" deep. Because counter depth fridges have less depth, they must be taller. My Viking is about 83" tall. Before buying, it's best to go see the various fridges and check the spec sheets so you know what's needed. Some require clearance on the side for the door swing and others do not. In addition to the spec sheets, I'd take a look at the design guide, too.

Definitely match the edge! I am assuming you will have an overhang of stone just below that stainless? I just installed my counter tops and sick that I did pay close enough attention to the edges. I will try and post a pick later - I have 3 different corners - squared, rounded, and extra rounded - within a few feet. The fabricator said the rounded edges were necessary to prevent someone knocking the corners off. At the time, I didn't really picture it so I didn't object. If I could have a "do over", I would do it all squared off. Maybe it wouldn't bother other people, but I will have to always avoid looking directly at that area.

Love love love this topic. Your kitchens are amazing. Looking for pics of stainless; particularly of stainless with white cabinets and beadboard backsplash... Have you ever seen this combo? Any ideas would be awesome. Again truly amazing kitchens!!

Formica is a heat resistant, wipe-clean, plastic laminate of paper or fabric with melamine resin. This product was pretty standard in most homes for countertops in years past. Then with the popularity of stone, it was used less and less. You can find samples of formica in any box store near you. The cost is minimal compared to stone, although the look can resemble quartz or granite and does not have the panache stone has.