A new device from a leading US technology firm combines a series of useful kitchen applications and could see this room become an even more important part of the home.The Kitchen Technology Center from PanDigital has as its main attraction a digital cookbook function, which boasts access to countless recipes and features from the best-selling Bon Appetite magazine.In addition, it also includes a digital photoframe, a 15.6-inch LCD HD television and wireless internet access, all of which means an even greater range of culinary tips and ideas could be brought into the home kitchen from the all over the world.Purpose-built for what is arguably the most used area of any property, this device could revolutionise the way in which media is consumed throughout the home and the clean lines and attractive design could see this fit in with any kitchen design.Advances in kitchen technology can be beneficial in other areas, such as using innovative construction materials to create well-designed fixtures and fitting. Fragranite sinks from Swiss firm Franke offer style and performance from this unique composite material.