Kitchen design and layout is evolving and with it the relationship that householders have with their sinks is changing also, according to one leading writer.With aesthetic development in decor in the kitchen, the response to changing needs has prompted new approaches to layout and functionality.In an article for Business Daily, Millicent Kamau explores how sink placement reflects the greater emphasis on the social side of kitchen use and domestic dining. Ms Kamau goes on to say Gone are the days when kitchen sinks were built next to walls. Currently, sinks are built in the middle of the kitchen with most of them close to the cabinets.The use of innovative materials in sink construction also reflects that this area of life is constantly in flux. A durable and attractive fragranite sink offers both practicality of use in the kitchen, as well as a possible talking point due to its unique appearance.