Custom Workstation Sinks - How to Choose the Right Design for Your Kitchen
A workstation sink is a multifunctional kitchen upgrade designed to turn the sink into an efficient prep station. With integrated ledges and custom-fit accessories, it allows you to chop, rinse, and clean in one continuous workspace while preserving counter space and improving daily kitchen workflow.
How to Choose the Right Custom Workstation Sink
At Rachiele®, we pioneered the original workstation sink design and continue to refine it through custom fabrication, real-world use, and direct collaboration with homeowners. Every sink is built in the USA and designed around how you cook, prep, and clean, with no reliance on mass-produced templates or fixed configurations.
Why Choose a Custom Workstation Sink?
Most workstation sinks on the market are mass-produced with fixed dimensions and limited flexibility. Rachiele® takes a different approach. Every custom workstation sink is designed around how you cook, prep, and clean, with configurations tailored to cabinet size, workflow, and real daily use rather than standardized templates.
Compared to standard sinks, our NexGen™ workstation sinks feature:
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Seamless single or dual-tier functionality
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Integrated accessories like cutting boards, drying racks, and prep trays
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Premium metals and true made-in-USA craftsmanship
How a Custom Workstation Sink Works in Daily Use
This video demonstrates how a custom workstation sink functions in real use, including accessory placement, workflow between prep and cleanup, and how integrated ledges reduce wasted counter space. It also shows how sink size, ledge configuration, and user habits affect efficiency during everyday cooking tasks.
Choose the Right Custom Workstation Sink for How You Cook
Signature Series™ – The Original Workstation
The Signature Series™ is the foundational Rachiele® workstation design, offering a single step system that integrates seamlessly into the sink bowl. Built with professional-grade stainless steel, copper, brass and bronze. These sinks include scratch-resistant surfaces, MicroWelded corners for easy cleaning, and long-lasting materials.
Perfect for compact spaces, our 36" Signature Series™ model fits seamlessly into standard 36" cabinets and accommodates essential accessories like:
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Supports essential prep tools including cutting boards and half-sheet pans
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Simple, efficient single-level workflow
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Designed for compact kitchens and standard cabinet sizes
This single-tier custom sink is ideal for homeowners looking for a smarter, cleaner, and longer-lasting alternative to mass-produced workstation sinks.
NexGen™ – Redefining the Modern Workstation Sink
NexGen™ builds on the Signature Series™ by introducing a proprietary ledge system that expands usable workspace above and below the bowl that expands the work level above and below the ledge. This innovative design provides an 18" width both above and below the ledge, making meal prep more efficient. Half-sheet pans and steam oven trays fit perfectly on either level, giving you more flexibility than ever.
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Dual-level ledge system for prep and rinse at the same sink
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Improved workflow for chopping, rinsing, and cleaning
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Compact footprint with increased usable workspace
If you need more function without losing sink space, NexGen™
delivers a superior custom solution.
Paragon™ – The Ultimate Multi-Level Workstation Sink
Paragon™ represents the most advanced evolution of the Rachiele® workstation sink, adding a third working level for complex, multi-user workflows. Designed for serious home chefs and entertainers, it introduces three working levels without sacrificing bowl space.
With 18" of usable space above and below each ledge, the Paragon™ design offers:
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Three working levels for simultaneous or sequential tasks
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Smooth transitions between prep zones without water pooling
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Designed for larger sinks and multi-user kitchens
Ideal for sinks 42" and larger, it’s also available in a 36" version for smaller kitchens. Elevate your kitchen with the most feature-rich multi-level workstation sink ever built by Rachiele®.
Understanding the Differences Between Rachiele® Workstation Designs
Each Rachiele® workstation design serves a distinct purpose. This section explains how the Signature Series™, NexGen™, and Paragon™ differ, so you can choose the configuration that best fits your kitchen and how you cook.
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Single Step
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2 working levels (bottom of sink can be used as shown above)
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18" width allows a half sheet pan to sit on step
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Accessories can be stacked to mimic 2-tier functionality
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Bowl width 1″ narrower below step
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Great for all sink sizes
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Far superior to the similar "step" workstation sinks
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Single ledge
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2 working levels (ledge and bottom of sink)
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18" width allows a half sheet pan to sit on ledge
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Accessories can be stacked to mimic 2-tier functionality
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Bowl width dimension is the same above and below ledge
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Accessories can be placed in the same orientation on the bottom of the sink
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Our most efficient workstation design
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Two ledges
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3 working levels (top tier, lower tier, and bottom of sink)
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18" width allows a half sheet pan to sit on ledge
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Ledges are below flange. No water sitting at the grout line!
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Flat accessories can slide under and over each other
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Bowl width dimension is the same above and below ledges
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Best for sinks 36" and over
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For those who are avid home chefs
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What Sets Rachiele® Workstation Sinks Apart
Rachiele® pioneered the workstation sink in the United States and holds more than 10 patents for innovative sink design and functionality.
At Rachiele®, we do not follow trends. We lead with purpose and inspire others to follow. Every custom sink is crafted under the direct guidance of founder Dino Rachiele and a small, dedicated artisan team. The result is a product that combines precision, elegance, and efficiency in a way competitors cannot replicate.
This is more than a sink. It is a lasting symbol of American craftsmanship—rare, refined, and built to perform for generations.
Rachiele® introduced the very first single-bowl corner sinks to the kitchen and bath industry. Designed as the original space-saving solution, this sink transforms unused corner space into a fully functional food prep and cleaning zone. With its ergonomic design and custom-fit layout, it remains the most efficient way to add workstation functionality to compact or uniquely shaped kitchens.
Exclusively by Rachiele®, this custom sink was designed in collaboration with kosher households to meet the needs of traditional Jewish kitchens. Two fully separated drain zones allow for complete separation of meat and dairy prep, following kosher practices without compromise. This sink is ideal for families seeking both religious observance and modern functionality in a handcrafted, high-performance design.
"Finding a truly kosher-friendly sink that did not require a full kitchen renovation was difficult. Rachiele® offered the perfect solution. The dual-drain design allows us to keep meat and dairy prep completely separate while maintaining a clean, modern look. It fits both our space and our values."
— Rachel G., Brooklyn, NYThe Paragon™ by Rachiele® is the only dual-tier workstation sink with a full 18-inch usable width both above and below the ledges. This design gives you three full working levels without sacrificing bowl space. Built for serious home chefs and entertainers, the Paragon™ makes food prep, cleanup, and workflow faster and more efficient than any traditional sink design.
"The Paragon™ completely changed how I use my kitchen. The space, the flow, and the build quality are unmatched."
Mark T., Scottsdale, AZA retrofit farmhouse sink from Rachiele® delivers the classic apron‑front look of a farmhouse sink while fitting into your existing cabinets with minimal modification. These sinks are engineered to install into standard 30‑inch or 36‑inch sink bases without requiring a full kitchen remodel, making them a high‑impact update for kitchens where major construction is not desirable or necessary. Our retrofit apron fronts provide ergonomic comfort with a thinner face that brings the sink closer to you and improves reach and usability compared to traditional undermount options. They work with both drop‑in and undermount installations, providing flexibility and performance that enhances everyday kitchen tasks.
Each Rachiele® sink is custom-built with optimal depth to reduce back and neck strain. Designed around your height and workflow, it makes kitchen tasks more comfortable and efficient.
"I used to dread washing dishes because of the back pain. My Rachiele® sink completely changed that. It's the most comfortable sink I’ve ever used."
Susan M., Portland, OR
Designing for the Moments
That Matter
Most families cook dinner at home about five times a week. Based on feedback from Rachiele® workstation sink owners, these designs can save an average of 10–20 minutes per meal compared to traditional sinks. Over the course of a year, that adds up to 43 to 86 hours saved.
Families don’t drift apart all at once. Life simply moves quickly. Meals come and go. Cleanup happens. The kitchen empties sooner than anyone expects.
I wanted to create a different rhythm. One where the kitchen invites people to stay. Where hands work together naturally. Where conversations continue, even as the evening winds down.
Nothing about the family needs to change.
The moments just have more room to last.
That’s the work I care about.
This is what I hope to bring to your home.
Our workstation sinks are specifically designed to perfectly accommodate standard half sheet pans and steam oven pans without adapters, rails, or compromises.
This allows food to move directly from prep to oven to cleanup in one continuous workflow, eliminating wasted counter space and unnecessary handling.
Harmony™ - Designed for Sharing. Crafted for Performance.
The Original Single-Bowl, Dual-Drain Workstation Sink. Handcrafted in the USA.
The Harmony™ sink by Rachiele® is a 72-inch bronze workstation sink with a patented dual-drain design. The patented dual-drain design prevents water transfer between zones.
Whether you're prepping on one side and cleaning on the other, or sharing the sink as a right- and left-handed pair, Harmony™ provides balanced, ergonomic functionality in a single-bowl format. It is ideal for families, couples, and serious home cooks who want high efficiency without sacrificing space or performance.
Harmony™ – A Smarter Way to Prep, Clean, and Share
The Harmony™ single-bowl, dual-drain sink is designed to simplify kitchen workflow for solo or shared use. This custom workstation sink makes it easy to prep food on one side and clean on the other. Each side has a dedicated drain to keep tasks separate and efficient.
Ideal for both left- and right-handed users, the Harmony™ sink supports multitasking without overlap. Designed for 36-inch cabinets and larger and is built for families, couples, or anyone who values speed, cleanliness, and teamwork in the kitchen.
Harmony™, The First Single Bowl Kosher-Friendly Kitchen Sink
The Harmony™ kosher-friendly sink features two fully separated drains to maintain the strict separation of meat and dairy prep. With completely independent plumbing and no cross-contamination, each side functions independently for true kosher compliance.
Made from 316L surgical-grade stainless steel, copper, bronze, or brass, this sink is hygienic and easy to clean. Custom accessories are available for each side to support proper kosher practices. The Harmony™ sink is thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of observant households without compromising on quality or convenience.
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Customer Review: The Harmony™ Custom Sink Experience
“Installed July 2023 - still used daily by two people at the same time.” Dino, This is a very late and incomplete thank you! The sink was installed in July 2023 and we love it!... We love the sink and faucets. We can both work in the kitchen at the same time without fighting for one sink or hitting elbows. As you may remember, my husband does the dishes by hand (no mechanical dishwasher), and he gets excited whenever I am in the kitchen and start washing anything and everything. So now, he can wash but not interfere with my rinsing/cooking. We have our own sides - a wash side and a work side (although he sneaks over to mine sometimes . ha). The sink is durable. Dean is a brute and drops things he washes. I am glad it is heavy duty steel. I love the attachments. My favorite cutting boards fit! Your accessories are used daily. My husband uses the silverware server to dry the silverware, and he inserts the coffee strainer in one to dry it. (The climate is so humid here). After purchasing the Waterstone faucets, I briefly worried that I bought the wrong kind because my husband likes "spray mode" and there is no mechanism (aside from a rubber band) to keep it locked to spray mode hands free. It turns out it doesn't matter. The regular setting is enough to knock off grit, and we use "spray mode" less often. So my husband can use regular mode and still have one hand to hold a dish and the other to wash the dish. We have never had any problems with the cord either. My husband routinely dangles the cord, and then I tuck it back up as it looks nicer. At first, I did this for fear that it would get grimy like our past ones have at two homes. It doesn't matter – it's durable, stays clean, and maintains the ability to retract. (So I still retract it for looks, but I stopped worrying it would get gritty and lose the ability to reattach.) Thus, this system is holding up to my lovable but brutish husband, my obsessive hand washing/fruit/veggie washing, and to the harsh Hawaii climate. Well done! Rebecca