I think I’ve just found the most beautiful modern kitchen sink ever. I don’t normally write about contemporary decor. But. Then This. In my research travels, I stumbled upon this Blanco Modex kitchen sink and thought it was really quite… perfect… if your look is contemporary.
The video brings the sexy sculptural lines of this modern sink alive:
Genius drainboard design makes this product
This modern kitchen sink is architectural in its overall lines — the company calls it a “modern cubic design.” The first thing you notice is its unique profile, sitting 3″ above the kitchen counter.
But to my eye, the angular drainboard design is the real stroke of genius that takes this kitchen sink from good to great. Rather than simply recessing the drainboard in the wrap-around deck, the designer started it at the top edge of the front (a practical move, for chopping, etc., too). Then, look carefully, and like me, do you see that the drainboard slopes back and down toward the sink at compound angle? It’s hard to tell exactly, but if so, wow. Who’da thunk a drainboard design could make such an impact.
The Blanco Modex seems like an instant 21st Century classic. Others noticed, too, and the company says it won a 2012 Red Dot International Design Award. Yes — this is not a new-today design — but like I said, I don’t normally pay attention to or write about contemporary design kitchen and bath fixtures.
Modern material
The company says that Modex is:
… made from Blanco’s patented SILGRANIT II formula. It is resistant to heat, chips, scratches, food acids and offers an impervious Hygienic+Plus shield against bacteria and dirt.
“You can prep, cut and clean right on MODEX,” said Tim Maicher, Director of Marketing. “This is a workstation and sink in one. It’s a stunning fixture that you don’t have to treat delicately. You can put it to work and abuse it. It’s as tough as it is gorgeous.”
I’d go with the white:
Of course, I’d prefer this kitchen sink in white. When making big purchases meant to last many many years, I lean conservative about choosing details that are too trendy. “Anthracite”… “Cinder”… etc…. hmmmmm. White will always be crisp and modern! I also tend to think dark kitchen sinks will show dirt and water spots worse than white sinks will.
The drainboard gives this modern kitchen sink a nod to mid century
I suspect there are quite a few readers with midcentury modern homes who want to bring contemporary design into their kitchens. Because this sinks gives a nod to vintage drainboard sinks and in such a beautiful way, I think it’s an excellent choice for the MCM-marries-contemporary short list.
Modern — even if it’s not mid century modern — for sure can be good.
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Tom says
It’s a sink as far away from mid-century as you can get.
Pam Kueber says
Yes — as I noted: contemporary, which I rarely write about!
Debbie in Portland says
I wonder how many drinking glasses and coffee mugs I would shatter before I finally got used to that slanted drainboard on the left side?
Kitty says
Hmmm. I think the built in drainboard with the slope is appealing, but I could not get by without a double sink– does it come as a double? I agree that the sink basin looks too small.
Also, the underside of that cutting board is eventually going to get food particles splattered up onto it— how hard would it be to clean the underside of it? I think I’d prefer a double sink with the interior of one sink made with built in supports that would let me pop the cutting board in and out as needed, and make both sinks and board easier to clean up.
ineffablespace says
Looks great; but I am not sold on how well this sink would function for most people in their kitchens. The ledge is very high which is not great for keeping clean..it’s nice to be able to sort of wipe into the sink. The drain board has a very steep front to back slope and a moderate edge to sink slope, and the basin seems a bit small. It’s a sports car, not an everyday driver, imo.
Lyndasewsalot says
Wait , what? Where’s the hide ring!! Lol . I do love it, and think perhaps it could blend with the retro vibe.
Tarquin says
I get where you are going with this, Pam. In the 80’s, I went into a house that was ultra modern. It was all white, but it had nothing but the most gorgeous antiques. I never forgot that house, because it was so beautiful & different. I can now imagine an ultra modern house using this sink with nothing but mid mod vintage furniture. Would be super cool.
Jay says
Very nice! Like the angled drain board. The bowl appears to be square at the bottom of the basin, if so I think cleaning might be a pain. I like my traditional rounded corners stainless sink because its easy to wipe out. Beautiful sleek design! Yes to the conservative white.
Cindy L. says
The ad says colors but shows only grey or black or white. My concern is hand washing large items. The sink washing side appears small to me. I don’t place everything in the dishwasher.
Tess says
If you want your sink to be a statement, that’s certainly one to go with! It is a gorgeous design. Thinking of it in use, I personally could do without the drainboard slab. But taking it away would kill the design. Ah well, I can admire it from afar. ? On a side note, I was recently struck with the realization that when I was a kid, our beloved MCM was marketed as simply Modern. A real “dang, I’m *old*” moment, and also a reminder that today’s bleeding edge design will be the next generation’s vintage and the next century’s antique!
Ms. Vel-Vida says
Modern, but almost timeless in it’s simplicity and functionality. The kind of fixture that would age gracefully in most kitchens.