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The Rachiele® Journal
Insights on design, craftsmanship, and the modern kitchen.


Harmony, our revolutionary new kitchen sink design.
In recent years large sinks have become a kitchen design staple. It is not uncommon to see single bowl sinks that are 4-7 feet in length. Influenced by the recent pandemic, we have seen a kitchen resurgence. People have rediscovered how enjoyable it is to spend time at home, preparing meals with loved ones and entertaining with friends and family. Partners and children are now sharing the work and joy of preparing meals together. One challenge that exists when two people ar

Dino Rachiele
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Custom Accessibility Kitchen Sinks
Many of my sink designs have been inspired by listening to the needs of my clients. My first accessibility sink was one such instance. I had a customer who was struggling to get her wheelchair to fit underneath her sink. My solution was to decrease the sink depth and move the drain to the right rear corner. This shifted all the plumbing away from the center of her sink, allowing her to comfortably work at the sink while in her wheelchair. Over the years we have had clients w

Dino Rachiele
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In the Rachiele Custom Sink artisan shop...
Our artisan shop is truly amazing. Suppliers that visit us tell us they have never seen such a clean and well organized shop. In the above photo, you are seeing about 2/3rds of our shop. In the back right is our fiber laser. Bending equipment is in the middle. Welding is in the front right. The left side is finishing. The enclosed room behind the finishing is our wood shop. That is where we make our custom crates for shipping. Back behind this photo is where the patina work i

Dino Rachiele
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Workstation Sink Cutting Board Materials
Harmony™ dual drain, single bowl bronze sink. Two black butcher grade cutting boards. Ultra-high-density poly, high-density poly, graphite, and bamboo cutting boards have their own advantages and disadvantages. Durability: Ultra-high-density poly cutting boards are more durable and long-lasting than bamboo cutting boards. They are less likely to warp, crack, or split over time and can withstand heavy daily use. Bamboo cutting boards can be prone to splitting or cracking over

Dino Rachiele
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What is the value of a custom workstation sink?
54" Custom, Paragon™ dual-tier farm sink in 316L surgical-grade stainless steel The value of a custom workstation sink versus an off-the-shelf workstation sink depends on a variety of factors, including your specific needs and preferences, budget, and design requirements. One of the main advantages of a custom workstation sink is that it can be tailored to your exact specifications, ensuring that it meets all of your functional and aesthetic requirements. A custom sink can be

Dino Rachiele
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Where to splurge and where to save when remodeling a kitchen
Time to update your kitchen? Remodeling a kitchen can be an exciting and daunting task at the same time. While a kitchen renovation can add significant value to your home and enhance the functionality of the space, it can also be an expensive venture. However, with careful planning and smart decision-making, you can achieve the kitchen of your dreams without breaking the bank. In this blog, we'll discuss where to splurge and where to spend less when remodeling a kitchen. The

Dino Rachiele
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