Titanium Bar Sink

You can't escape the wow factor in this titanium undermount sink from Franke. The bar sink is made of 18/10 chromium/nickel titanium-fused stainless steel, which offers a strong, yet beautiful surface. I like the undermount design because it gives a seamless appearance and makes cleanup real easy. The gold tone finish has an opulent appeal and draws the eye in, providing a striking contrast with countertops of wood, granite and solid surface, especially those in black or darker tones. The sink also comes in bronze and anthracite finishes, but the gold finish gets my vote.

Everything In the Kitchen Sink

When I dream of making over my kitchen, half of me thinks in terms of country style -- traditional shapes, antique finishes and a nod to yesteryear. But I also love the sleekness of a modern kitchen, with appliances, sinks and faucets in stainless steel and a vivid color on the walls or warm wood cabinetry to create a cohesive blend. Contemporary kitchens allow for more high-tech and state-of-the-art appliances and fixtures, so you can put all the latest and greatest innovations to use. If I were to go modern in my kitchen, this Franke Culinary Work Station Sink would be the first on my list. It is the perfect sink for the avid and busy cook. The sink comes with a tempered glass cutting board, a polished stainless measuring bowl, a colander and food prep bowls. The great thing about this kitchen sink is that it has built-in places for waste, so you don't have to break your slicing and dicing momentum to throw away the excess. It also helps to save time on food preparation, because everything you need is within easy reach. I don't think I'll be remodeling my kitchen this year, but...there's always next year.