Decorative usually translates into "decorative now". They tend to become outdated and I think a plain one would stand the test of time a little bit better.

Just my opinion though =)

I'm always drawn to those decorative aprons because they are beautiful and different. But, I wonder if the texture would catch more drips and need a swipe more often. It's all about easy to keep clean for me since I am not a neat nick.

Alcenon Lace would work well in a traditional formal kitchen, whereas a plain front would work in any kitchen from formal to casual. I think it depends upon the whole kitchen design.

I think that these decorated sinks are uncommon enough that they won't get particularly dated in the scheme of things, but whether you will grow tired of the design or it limits you in some way if you like to do small updates, that's a different story.

I think the lace sink is beautiful. The white ones are also classy. Eventually everything dates but what matters if you will tire of it. If you are in love than go for it. For every kitchen design you have to start with something and design around it. I would start collecting images of kitchen ideas you like to get a vision and then go from there.

Thank you for your advice! I was worried about it being dated too soon, and I got voted down by hubby. Oh well, the plain ones are nice too! More versitile, since I don't know any other details yet. (It's new build, and haven't had design apt. yet, just trying to figure out things I like and don't). I do know I am not going with the standard undermount ss double bowl. I like single bowl, and not ss. I have ss and it is a pain.

I really like some of the white kitchens I have seen on here, but worried that would be dated soon also. Most likely would go with a med-dark cabinets, maybe creamy gold brown granite, and maybe dark wood floors, but who knows. It all depends on the 'standard' and upgraded options etc. At least granite and 42 inch cabs w/crown and wood floors are standard.

Thanks again!