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The Rachiele® Journal
Insights on design, craftsmanship, and the modern kitchen.
Your Kitchen Sink Deserves to Be as Unique as Your Kitchen
Are you remodeling your kitchen or building a new home? The kitchen is more than just a functional space—it’s the heart of the home,...
Dino Rachiele
2 min read
Brass and Bronze Kitchen Sinks: A New Trend, an Instant Classic.
Every now and then, a design element comes along that isn’t just a fleeting trend—it’s a piece that feels like it’s been around forever, yet somehow, it’s brand new. That’s exactly how I see brass and bronze kitchen sinks. These are not just functional pieces; they’re works of art that transform a kitchen into a statement of style and purpose. Brass and bronze sinks have earned their place as an instant classic, and I can’t wait to tell you why. The Magic of Brass and Bron
Dino Rachiele
3 min read
Making Holiday Memories in the Heart of Your Home: The Kitchen
I grew up in Central New York, in a small farm town with a population of 3,400 called Chittenango. It is known throughout most of New York because of the Majestic Falls that bears the name Chittenango Falls. In the winter, when the leaves had all fallen, we could see the falls off in the distance from our front window. Often, in the winter, the falls would freeze over. I found this image online that was taken in the winter. The falls had not frozen over yet, but I am sure it
Dino Rachiele
3 min read
Visitors from Outer Space!
MicroWelded interior Corner Well, not really, but from the folks that send people to outer space. Several years ago, I got a call from...
Dino Rachiele
2 min read
My Lifetime of Redefining Kitchen Experiences
My first "real career" was born in 1976, when I was hired by Modern Kitchens of Syracuse, NY, to become a professional kitchen designer. I was extremely fortunate to be hired by one of the finest kitchen companies in the U.S. I was quickly sent to a week-long kitchen design school hosted by Wood Mode Cabinetry in Pennsylvania. The classes were at least 8 hours long every day. I was amazed at the amount of knowledge I gained in that relatively short time period. Fortunately, I
Dino Rachiele
8 min read
Why Farm Sink Apron Thickness Can Make or Break Your Kitchen Comfort
When designing a kitchen, aesthetics and functionality must go hand in hand. Many homeowners focus on the beauty of a farmhouse sink—the...
Dino Rachiele
2 min read
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