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I'd think a farmhouse sink would fit. Maybe using a wall mount faucet? But it would be pretty deep for a bathroom sink.

They do make apron front bathroom sinks, too, with a shallower depth and a deeper apron for the chunky look, like this:

http://www.wayfair.com/Xena-Farmhouse-Rectangle-Vessel-Sink-with-Overflow-AI-14855-AMIM4105.html?source=hotdeals

Not touting that one--it's just the first that came up in a search.

I think that is too shallow but it is the look...

what term did you search for--because I never had that sink come up first when I did...and do you have any idea how the cabinet/vanity would be changed to install a sink like that? Or the plumbing?

The 5118 from Chemcore Industries is 18" x 24". They're wholesale only, but I'll hook you up if you're interested.

what term did you search for

apron front bathroom sink

I think that 5118 is too large for vanity

but found one Cheviot Pacific semi-cassa model that might work if it could be dropped further--Pacific sink---like the towel bar space too

But don't know about adapting the cabinet--seems pretty complicated and my husband is wanting to do this remodel as fast and reasonable as we can.

That's the first I've seen photos of a farmhouse sink in a vanity and I like it! Why would 7" be too shallow? Most bathroom sinks are 4-5" deep.

Will the new vanity also be 60"? The 27" sink in your link doesn't seem too big for a vanity that length. It needs to make a big statement. Your 17" overmount was probably a bit undersized for the size of the vanity. You'd still have 15" drawers with a 30" sink base--plenty of storage and counter space for a guest bath.

I too wanted to do this...ran into all kinds of trade resistance from plumber and counter fabricator (wanted the sink under-mounted) because they had never done it before. Of course, once trades-people were outside their comfort zone, husband started balking.

It can certainly be done if tradespeople would think outside the box and commit to helping instead of road-blocking. The least resistant was the cabinet maker. I found some online sources where DIYers converted their existing vanity to house an apron front sink. It looked totally doable! Good luck...I gave up and went with a Kohler rectangle sink instead. I think I made a mistake in trying to troubleshoot any glitches and trying to get my "ducks in a row" before I proceeded. Based on the reactions I endured, I would have been better off if I had the cabinet made for the sink and then called the plumber and counter fabricator to just make it work.

In the trades, unfamiliar means slow and more chances of things to go wrong. This means instead of supervising the kids which makes money, the top man (and most well-paid) has his focus on pulling this deviant project off glitch-free. Sure, we'll do something different, but you're going to have to be the right kind of customer and it's going to cost you.

Joseph:

i always expect to pay to get something the way I want it...I know not everyone is like that, but I make sure to always say that I know it will take more time than the usual Install when I know that I am asking for something out of the ordinary. I just wish I could find some local skilled tradespeople who are interested in trying something different than what they have always done. You should have heard the controversy when I planned a kitchen height vanity in the bathroom three years ago....plumber and carpenter had never heard of such a thing...sigh!!! That has been common in the rest of the US since...!!!

rantontoo:

I know the always-get-three-bidders will have a heart attack when I say it, but let these tradespeople know that you are prepared to pay for their risk and discomfort and convey that you're not insane.

My GC says I like "uncommon" things. I think he's striving for tact there. But he nearly always says of course he can make what I want happen. Sometimes it's too much money for our budget and I say never mind, but sometimes I want it enough to pay more. I really appreciate that my GC is willing to tell me upfront sure but it will cost you $x more than this other way. Then we can decide whether whatever strange thing I want (thanks GW!) is worth $x to us.

We finished our remodel except for a mirror over the sink and a recessed medicine cabinet on a corner wall...

Thought

I would post some photos of how,the vessel sink turned out installed recessed as an apron-front sink. The guy doing the remodel used local cabinet shop to fabricate the center 2-door vanity section to accomodate the install, added a stronger bottom shelf for the sink to rest on and cut the normal front stile to fill in the front opening...

We used a remnant of Cambria Oakmoor Quartz with gray shadings vs the usual tan for countertop, a bench top in the tub/shower, and the niche bottoms. Found it at the fabricators our contractor favors and they were very good to work with. Pencil edges on all pieces but the tub bench...that is demi bullnose. Tub alcove and wall under window used the DalTile Modern Dimensions white matte 4x12 subway tile w/Florida Tile Bliss Iceland in niche backs. Moen Rothbury chrome single lever faucet for sink and tub/shower. Toilet is AS Town Square toilet, Princeton tub 30x60, and the AS Loft vessel sink... Vanity hardware Milan 6" in chrome...flooring is LVT click install from ProSource--Resista H2O--waterproof...in kind of driftwood gray, fairly uniform

Went with a vibrant coral for the walls --SW Coral Reef--made up in Benjamin Moore eggshell and used in the linen closet walls as well. Trim is Super White.

Electricians add added a Panasonic exhaust fan with heater/no light--because of joist spacing. Light fixture is from Wayfarer..I wanted a 4 but husband wanted a 3. There is a can in the tub alcove...both lights on dimmers.

added a double outlet on corner left of the sink and an outlet behind the vanity, available inside second drawer on right.

Who's sinks did you go with? I love this idea. I'm using a fireclay white farm sink in the kitchen and would love to repeat this for the master bath.

I like the apron look in the bathroom,and I like that this would allow you to maintain a more shallow vanity.

But definitely pay attention to the depth of the sink. I never had shallow bathroom sinks 'til I moved into my current house -- hate them! A shallow sink splashes everything back at you.

I said we used the Loft vessel sink from American Standard because a farm or apron front was too large for normal vanity

lot of vessel square/rectangular sinks smaller than farm sinks

there is no splash out...the faucet kicks water out at angle which helps I think...Only problem is that it is a flat bottom and water doesn't drain as well as sloped one. Doesn't really bother me too much now...

flamingo tub mat from Target...thought it was cute and grandson didn't mind...we live next to bird sanctuary--no flamingos but many whooping cranes and others walking our streets...