Stone World logo
search
cart
facebook twitter linkedin youtube
  • Sign In
  • Create Account
  • Sign Out
  • My Account
Stone World logo
  • NEWS
  • PRODUCTS
    • Machinery
    • Digital Technology
    • Tooling & Accessories
  • MATERIALS
    • Alternative Surfaces
    • Stone
    • Tile
    • Imports & Exports Data
  • FABRICATORS
    • Fabricator How-to
    • Fabricator Case Studies
    • Fabricator of the Year
  • A&D
    • Installation & Technical Tips
    • Outdoor Design
    • Interior Design
    • Hospitality | Commercial Design
    • Mosaics & Decorative Tile
    • Kitchen & Bath
    • Residential
    • Renovation | Restoration
  • MEDIA
    • Videos
    • Podcasts
    • EBOOK
  • EVENTS
    • STONE INDUSTRY EDUCATION
    • Industry Calendar
  • MORE
    • NEWSLETTERS
    • WOMEN SPOTLIGHT
    • MARKET RESEARCH
    • STONE WORLD STORE
  • DIRECTORY
    • TRADE ASSOCIATIONS
    • Stone Suppliers
    • GET LISTED
  • EMAG
    • eMagazines
    • Archives
    • Contact
    • Advertise
  • SIGN UP!

BLANCO IKON Low Divide Apron Sink wins major design awards

blanco
December 22, 2020

LUMBERTON, NJ, – As a leader in kitchen water hub solutions, BLANCO has won two major design awards for their revolutionary new product, the IKON® 33” 1-¾ Bowl Low Divide Apron sink. The IKON is recognized in the 2020 Architectural Products PIA (Product Innovators) Awards and the 2020 Residential Products MVP (Most Valuable Product) Awards. Each award recognizes the farmhouse sink for its ergonomic design that works hard to make prepping, cooking, and cleaning a more seamless and comfortable experience.

Additionally, the IKON 33” Low Divide earned an honorable mention from The Architect’s Newspaper 2020 Best of Products Awards.

 About the IKON 33” 1-¾ Low Divide Farmhouse sink

Designed to make prepping, cooking and cleaning a more seamless and comfortable experience, IKON is the world’s first apron front sink made of SILGRANIT®, BLANCO’s patented granite composite material. The new IKON sink’s convenient low divide that sits just 5-1/2” from the  bottom of the sink, makes it easier to handle large pots and baking sheets while still dividing the sink into cleaning and prepping bowls. Because apron front sinks are installed a couple of inches closer to the user, they minimize the strain of reaching and leaning over a countertop.

About the Architectural Products PIA Awards

Now in its tenth year, the PIA Awards determine and honor innovation in the development and refinery of buildings-related products that range the gamut from cladding systems to interior finishes. Judged by a group of 22 independent industry professionals, the program represents a mechanism to impartially review product and present to readers items their peers find innovative and worthwhile.

About the PRODUCTS Gold MVP Award

PRODUCTS is all about finding the most innovative and cutting-edge new introductions in the market.They recognize the best of the best with their 3rd annual MVP (Most Valuable Product) Awards. A panel of construction professionals evaluated every product submitted to find the top entries and honorable mentions in 12 categories.

About The Architect’s Newspaper Best of Products Awards

The Architect’s Newspaper speaks directly to leaders in architecture and design with news, products, developments, trends, and updates. The sixth annual competition is an opportunity for designers and manufacturers to reach an audience of 1,000,000 readers — an eclectic mix of top-tier architects, designers, and taste-makers.

KEYWORDS: awards ikon products

Share This Story

Looking for a reprint of this article?
From high-res PDFs to custom plaques, order your copy today!

Recommended Content

JOIN TODAY
to unlock your recommendations.

Already have an account? Sign In

  • customer doing research online

    3 Reasons Why Quick Response Time Results in a Successful Fabrication Shop

    Your fabrication shop can have the best website. The best...
    Fabricator How-to
    By: Anthony Milia
  • Silica

    Renewed National Attention Ignites Over Silicosis Epidemic

    A major investigative report published on March 12, 2026...
    Industry Insights
    By: Jason Kamery
  • shipping containers

    U.S. Countertop Material Imports: February 2026

    U.S. countertop material imports collapsed in February...
    Stone
    By: Jason Kamery
Manage My Account
  • eMagazine
  • Newsletters
  • Online Registration
  • Manage My Preferences
  • Subscription Customer Service

More Videos

Popular Stories

cal osha

Cal/OSHA Standards Board to Vote May 21 on Engineered Stone Ban Petition

shipping containers

U.S. Countertop Materials Imports: March 2026

kitchen

Building a Reputation on Strong Craftsmanship and Customer Service

Fabricator Focus

From profiles to roundtable discussions, Q&As to best business practices, we're turning a focus on topics and challenges impacting fabricators.

AI Talk Is Everywhere -- Where Does a Countertop Fabricator Begin?

Fabricators Discuss Pros and Cons of Chip Repair

How to Grow a Countertop Fabrication Shop

Events

June 25, 2026

North Carolina Stone Summit

You’ve probably heard a lot lately about how to calculate the profit for each job you produce. You likely have production benchmarks based on square footage since it’s the most common production metric in the industry. Come learn how focusing on these metrics can hurt your profitability and what to do about it.

July 16, 2026

Washington Stone Summit

Join us for "Taking Your Organization to the Next Level," a session dedicated to transforming your business practices. Discover strategies for setting clear agendas, encouraging participation, and driving actionable outcomes. Learn how to foster collaboration and communication, ensuring that every meeting enhances productivity and contributes to your business goals.

View All Submit An Event

Poll

Tariffs and Quartz Imports

If high tariffs are placed on U.S. quartz imports, how will this affect your business?
View Results Poll Archive

Products

Restoration & Maintenance Technical Module

Restoration & Maintenance Technical Module

See More Products
	
3 Reasons Why Quick Response Time Results in a Successful Fabrication Shop

Related Articles

  • Blanco Quatrus

    BLANCO’s Popular QUATRUS R15 Collection Adds Farmhouse Sink with Low Divide

    See More
  • blanco sink

    BLANCO expands the IKON Farmhouse Sink Collection with a 27” Single Bowl Apron

    See More
  • Blanco Precis Medium Single Sink

    Blanco Precis Medium Single Sink Wins Good Design Award

    See More

Related Products

See More Products
  • DSDM 8-MIA_BSI-newest cover.jpg

    Dimension Stone Design Manual, 8.0 with AutoCAD (3-Ring Binder & AutoCAD flash drive)

  • thetilebook

    The Tile Book: HISTORY, PATTERN, DESIGN

See More Products
×

Our Newsletters are a rock solid source of industry insights!

Stay in the know on the international stone and tile industry trends.

JOIN TODAY!
  • RESOURCES
    • Advertise
    • Contact Us
    • Directories
    • Store
    • Want More
  • SIGN UP TODAY
    • Create Account
    • eMagazine
    • Newsletter
    • Customer Service
    • Manage Preferences
  • SERVICES
    • Marketing Services
    • Reprints
    • Market Research
    • List Rental
    • Survey/Respondent Access
  • STAY CONNECTED
    • LinkedIn
    • Facebook
    • YouTube
    • X (Twitter)
  • PRIVACY
    • PRIVACY POLICY
    • TERMS & CONDITIONS
    • DO NOT SELL MY PERSONAL INFORMATION
    • PRIVACY REQUEST
    • ACCESSIBILITY

Copyright ©2026. All Rights Reserved BNP Media, Inc. and BNP Media II, LLC.

Design, CMS, Hosting & Web Development :: ePublishing