Kaufmann appreciates the versatility of Kohler's stainless steel trough sink. “We have this in our Glidehouse and have served sushi over ice in it,” she says. The undercounter design is 33 inches long with a basin depth of nearly 6 inches; a wire rack and wire storage basket are included accessories. Sound-absorbing pads minimize noise and vibration. Kohler, 800.456.4537; www.kohler.com.

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