Single bowl, no corner sink, look at Corian.

Thank you so much and if you mean Corian like the stone, I was even thinking granite but decided stainless for the easy to clean and hygenics (is that a word). Anyway, I am looking at deep bowls that are stainless. I am now looking at different brands.

It would help us to make suggestions for you if you provide the budget for your sink (a SS sink can run from $200 to $2000), as well as your sink base cabinet width.

I agree with the above comment to look for 16 gauge SS. Many people are fine with the thinner 18 gauge, but I think 16 gauge is preferable. It's also not necessarily more expensive than 18 gauge.

I recommend a "ledge" sink which effectively increases your counter space and functionality. These sinks have a ledge in which you can place accessories like drain boards, cutting boards or other items.

My drain board can be used to dry the hand washed item - to drain veggies and meat which thus decreases the need to clean counter as dirt as well as any possible contamination goes directly into the sink. It can sit at the bottom of the sink as well. The cutting board sitting directly over the sink also improves functionality.

Also consider getting a drain to the side and rear. This improves functionality because you aren't covering the drain if you are soaking a pan or otherwise stacking dishes. It also creates more usable real estate under the sink since the pipes are not bisecting the space. For me it meant I was able to fit a full size trash container under the sink.

I’m sorry...new to this. I want to say that under 500 would be best. I’d rather spend my money on a great faucet etc. I’ll speak out 18 gauge. Curious, if the cabinet is 30 inches, what would be standard or normal size for an undercount SS sink size in terms of width and length? My contractor will tell me the the max depth but said W and L is personal preference.

Thanks Helen. I asked about a rear drain and waiting to hear back. As for a ledge sink, I appreciate the suggestion but for me, it isn’t visually appealing and a friend has it and I don’t love it ( I’ve cleaned her dishs). Lol.

Someone did say buy American as it has a better warranty but does it really matter in terms of quality?