You do not have to use the accessories rack with the stages. I don't know that any of the posters who have reviewed it on here have used it with the sink actually. I think the main downside to a stages 33 as an only sink is that the basin is not all that big because of the shelf.

I haven't really investigated the other sinks and haven't used any of them (planning on the stages 45 in our remodel) so I can't be of help comparing them.

Yes, I had the same concern that the Stages 33 wouldn't be big enough, so am also going with the 45. And if the accessory rack doesn't fit, I am fine with not using it or repurposing it somewhere else.

I like the Prolific, but it is 18 gauge instead of the Stages' 16 gauge. And it's hard to tell whether the slightly lower cutting board would be an issue. Ideally you'd want to see it before buying it.

I have had a Kohler Indio sink for 1 1/2 years now. I really like having the extra large sink with the low divide. I mostly leave the basket in place over the smaller one to hold a few often used small items that get rinsed and then seem to live there. I rarely ever use the small sink. The cutting board is very nice and sitting below the counter, means no scraps of food get all over the counter, but can be brushed into the sink. Water or juice from veggies and fruit also drips into the sink rather than onto the counter. So I like that it is lower than the counter top. I am 5'4" and find cutting on a board on top of the counter a little high so I prefer my pull out board or the one on the sink. I don't know if that helps. If I was doing it again I would likely get one large sink since the small one is mostly a basket holder!

ressepbuttercup Your island seems very small for a sink (I'm the person who suggested you put it on the kitchen perimeter.)

In case they are helpful to your sink decisions, here are the recommended minimums for sink landing space from the National Kitchen & Bath Association:

IMO, last choice would be Stages because the bowl just seems too small unless is is exclusively a prep sink. I like both of the other two. I think it is really a form vs. function question, and only you can answer it.

I agree with you about the look of the Indio. It is a really attractive sink, and the color choices make it work in many designs. But it is functional as well.

The Prolific has a wow factor about it. All those gadgets seem genuinely useful if you are doing a lot of prep at the sink, and also want to be able to put dirty things in and keep them separated (either with the basin or by having them below the racks and cutting board and colander. I think you really need to think about how you cook, how you clean and what will work best for your kitchen. And also decide how much looks trump potential function.

Gah! I had never hear of the Indio sink before now, but it would have been PERFECT for our kitchen that just had a very imperfect sink installed. The agony of missed opportunity is the real downside of gardenweb.

I'm not familiar with the Indio or Prolific, but do have a Kohler 45 in a one sink kitchen. I love the stages, but do not feel the 33 would be adequate in your situation. The bowl is fine as a prep sink, but I really couldn't advise it as a main sink.

So I went and checked out all three in person and I'm leaning towards the Prolific and the stages 33" is out.

The ledges in the prolific are not as sharp as I thought and will be easier to clean. I also like all the different accessories, not sure if I will really use the racks much?

One concern I have with the prolific is the fact that there appear to be seams. Won't they get all gunky? I'm not an OCD cleaning type and I don't want to have to get out a tooth brush to scrub the seams all the time, nor do I want to see yucky stuff. I was surprised to see that the stages sink is constructed the same way. I assumed both sinks were made from one sheet of stainless.

The Indio is very pretty and the gorgeous color offerings don't make my choice any easier. I need to review the specs, but the Indio felt deeper which isn't so great for me as I'm on the shorter side. Another issue is the side mount faucet holes. Not sure I want that seeing how this sink will take up most of my island. The double bowl Indio has faucet holes that are more to the center, but I don't want a double bowl.

I really like that the faucet holes on the Indio are on the sink itself. I have one and the water splashes stay mostly in and on the sink, not all over the counter.

Oh boy. That single basin Indio with Karbon has me questioning my entire plan. Ack! I love it.

Did you look at the Kohler Riverby? 33" single bowl with a cutting board that is sold separately. It comes with some accessories. I love the offset drain. Kohler Riverby link

@ressepbuttercup I am also looking at the Kohler Prolific, but my other choice was to go with the traditional Franke PEX110-31. Did you end up purchasing the Prolific? If so, how is your experience dealing with the seam so far?

I've been in love with Stages for a while. Lots of function, and I'm sure I'd use the accessories constantly.

- I love the idea of a large single bowl.

- I'm sure I'd use the shelf for thawing meat.

I've never seen the Prolific before, but it looks great.

- I like the THREE levels for accessories; plenty of options for cutting "up high" and scraping into a bowl down below.

- It's on sale for $824 (was that it?) several places online right now, and while I wouldn't want that to be the final decision-making point for such an important work horse, it also doesn't hurt.

- Without having touched them, the grids look a little "cheaper" than those of the Stages. However, accessories shouldn't be too hard to get after-market. I mean, cutting boards can be homemade (or purchased and cut down to fit).

- 33" is pretty big, and it allows for more shelf storage in the island (as compared to the larger sinks).

On the negative side, it has a center drain, and I think most of us prefer a side-drain -- not that it's more functional, but because tucking the pipes away in the corner of the cabinet leaves more storage space under the sink.

I agree that the Indio looks lovely, but I don't think it has the function of the other options.

And to add fuel to the fire, the Kallista Multiere looks pretty great too.

In my opinion, the Riverby looks like an "also ran".

Question: What do you mean by "seams" in the Stages and the Prolific? Do you mean at the point where the flat pieces come together?

Have you considered the Kohler Riverby? It's one large 33" bowl, lots of colors, but comes with accessories like a soaking cup, drain shelf, sliding cutting board with positive reveal, faucet cutout at top, and it has an offset drain. I believe it's 9" deep.

We bought an indio single bowl sink and now I am not sure which faucet will go best on the side. I was thinking of the Delta Trinsic Touch faucet since we got a single hole, but now I'm wondering if the 45 degree profile will drive me crazy. It seems like all the photos of this sink have a Karbon faucet paired with it. What would you pair with this unusual sink?

We adore our Indio/Karbon combination. The two work together quite well.

reesepbuttercup 7a- Utah Did you make a decision? I just saw the prolific today and though it is much pricier than I had planned, I am very intrigued.

I have a double bowled Indio and like it. I am 5'4" and the depth isn't a problem for me. I use the racks all the time because I don't want to chip or scratch it. I really like that the tap and soap dispenser is mounted on the sink, rather than in the counter top so it is at a slightly lower level than the counter. I don't get much water on the counter behind the tap because of this. The draining basket is always in place over the smaller sink. I must say, I only rarely use the small part of the sink. But the basket holds a couple small items that are always getting used, rinsed and just sit in there and dry. Like a scrub brush for pots, and the little plastic baskets for coffee pods (rather than filling the land fill with Keurig cups)