I should add that the 3rd pic. is inspiration. I've already torn the soffit out of the fridge/pantry wall and will do the same to the rest of the kitchen except for the stove duct run. I've also exposed the old brick flue and I'm not going to replace the uppers.

It's a very cool sink, and since you love it, go for it!

Are those brass foot pedals? That is one of the very coolest sinks I've ever seen. I think it is the perfect beginning for a Steam Punk fantasy. Not a fan of the tiles. I'd just seal the brick or cover it with rustic slate.

Great sink. Reminds me of visiting my uncle's farm when I was a kid. Love the compass rose tiles. It's your kitchen, if you like it, do it! Would love to see more pics when you're done.

Love the sink!

LOVE IT, live outside the box and love yourself for it ;)!

whenever i'm doing things that are a style stretch i do one thing at a time. then you can tell if the room (or you) can take upping the ante one more time. don't go all in before you play the first hand. or something.

Thanks guys, the brick is a small sliver to the left of the fridge. I've already sealed it but it does give a certain vibe. I will definitely move ahead with the sink though. I've since moved in a viking range (thanks sis!) and I'm going to need a new fridge pretty soon. I need to order matching faucets but I thought I'd like to have one with a spray/prewash thingy. I may have to go with a restaurant type faucet to get the spray thing in a wall mount but I think it might lack the same charm as the inspiration pic.

I can't find matching faucets. I like the 3rd one but can't find its non spray sister. The 4th is my favorite but I can't find that style with a spray.

Love the sink. Tiles, not so much, but like everything, replaceable if you don't love it. So I say go for it.

I love the sink and the colourful tiles!!! I would try to find faucets similar to the photo of the sink because I think they have the vibe you are going for, a restaurant one might look too industrial.

If you're trying to upgrade then don't go with those tiles. When someone on Houzz says they love the sink it doesn't mean they'd want it in their home so proceed with caution.

Love the sink!

That sink is fabulous! I did a faucet hunt and found this one: http://www.plumbersurplus.com/Prod/Elements-of-Design-ES1248AXBS-New-Orleans-8-Center-Wall-Mount-Kitchen-Faucet-with-Wall-Mounted-Side-Sprayer-Satin-Nickel/172891/Cat/1092

It has a non-sprayer sister (same site, same page). It is satin nickel and also comes in oil rubbed bronze, which looks almost black. Either of those would look terrific with the sink (I think polished chrome will clash with the rustic/industrial look of the sink).

Pleased you have taken out the upper cabinets and I'm really looking forward to watching your progress.

keep in mind access to cabinets under the sink will be difficult unless you are on your hands and knees.

Hey, you could even add a galvanized pipe form of support for the sink as you wouldn't have a lot of space underneath anyway. It will take a lot of support. Love the sink. Whatever you do, use it. No one else will ever have anything like it. Soapstone has always been my favorite & is a real classic. Like the tiles. Maybe for just over the range though. I think bounsgreener's post for faucets sounds perfect. Check w/ plumber.

I relooked at your picture of the sink & under cabinets. That should do the trick for some undersink space. Install a metal pullout for one of the cabinets & all you will need is space for the plumber to access the plumbing.

I love the sink, and the tile. Go very neutral everywhere else.

I had to look at the sink picture several times. The sink is great! It looks like it's soapstone and was in a basement. I had what looks to be a very similar sink in an old house I used to own. I'm sorry now that I didnt take the sink with me before I sold the house! If the sink is used, make very sure you wash it and disinfect it carefully before you use it in your kitchen.

Thank you boundsgreener! I think I came across something similar and dismissed them (curvy, I'm not good at this) for not being Americana/bungalow (?) enough. You are right, I really don't want to go uber industrial either. The Viking range and stainless appliances will add a huge dose of that in such a small 12 x 9.5 room. I will show your faucets to my hubs and plumber and get there take as well. I really appriciate your feedback thank you again! Whats your take on mixed metals in an older home?

Thanks again everyone! Yes the sink is very deep like grandmas soapstone but this is a typical concrete sink found in every basement here in Bremerton Wa. that's over 100years old. I prefer the depth and width of the size for my needs but a sprayer would be super functional. I love the idea of not waiting in line to use the sink, thus two faucets with minimal cost plus the window crank sits smack dab in the middle of the sink and a center faucet might interfere. The sprayer part would actually reach the stove for pot filling. Sandradclark, I have no problem building a pull out for the bottom of the sink and I will look into the idea of plumbing parts for base. It's the actual putting the design all together that befuddles me. I thought that cement tile would be appropriate for a 20's house. Green is my color of choice but it is very retro(?) Maybe the tile on the window wall and white tile on the side walls? OMG I still need to pick out lighting/ counters and paint!!!! Schoolhouse or what? I was thinking I could splurge with quartz counters as it such a small room and there is wood under the old flooring layers.

Keep the sink. I don't like the tiles either. Locks you into those colors forever and too busy anyway. Make that incredible sink the star of the show.

Here are a couple of ideas using a tile like yours, but in a smaller amount.

I.love.everything.about.it.

So unique! Keep it all ... Sink, brick, and tile.