Cooker hood - hidden or exposed?
The cooker hood is one of the essential kitchen appliances that not only improves the atmosphere in the kitchen but also influences its design. We can decide whether it should be concealed within the cabinetry or become one of the main focal points of the kitchen. We invite you to explore all the possibilities that cooker hoods offer.
Retractable Cooker Hood — Which Model to Choose?
Many people equate a retractable cooker hood with an under-cabinet hood, which is installed within kitchen cabinets. If you're planning a kitchen with a row of upper cabinets, this solution is the most convenient. The hood is compact, easy to install, and generally cost-effective. You can choose a fully concealed hood — one that can be flush with the cabinet, or a telescopic hood. In the latter, only the panel is visible, which can be extended over the hob during cooking.
What should you do if you have a hob on a kitchen island? There’s a solution for that as well. You can opt for a custom-designed island enclosure. This type of construction is typically made from furniture boards or plasterboard, with a traditional under-cabinet hood installed inside. These types of designs work particularly well in kitchens inspired by the American style.
On the market, you will also find several other discreet solutions designed for kitchen islands. One of the most interesting options is downdraft cooker hoods, which are integrated into the hob. Those who enjoy innovations will be thrilled to have such an appliance in their kitchen. A downdraft hood not only looks elegant but also performs exceptionally well in daily use. The controls are simple and convenient, and the powerful extraction keeps the area around the island clean, making the kitchen a place free from cooking odours. It is also important to note that the vapours are captured right at the pots, preventing them from spreading throughout the room.
An interesting option for an island is a ceiling-mounted cooker hood. As the name suggests, this type of appliance is mounted to the ceiling (a suspended ceiling is required). The design of the hood resembles an elegant, minimalist lamp, making it a tasteful addition to the kitchen's decor.
Cooker Hood as a Kitchen Decoration
A concealed cooker hood ensures it fits seamlessly with any interior style. However, we can choose the opposite approach, where the hood becomes one of the standout features of the kitchen. The wide range of hoods available on the market allows us to perfectly match it to the kitchen's aesthetic. What options do we have?
Gold leads the way among kitchen accessories. It is associated with luxury and elegance and, in the right amount, suits almost any kitchen style. For those who favour gold accents, we highly recommend gold cooker hoods. The shimmering metallic finish that reflects light makes such a hood the jewellery of the kitchen — a truly exceptional finishing touch. If you want the interior to be even more unique, it’s worth considering copper hoods, which also look exclusive and stylish.
Those seeking unique and designer kitchen elements will be interested in pendant cooker hoods. These are stylishly designed kitchen appliances created with modern interiors in mind. These hoods operate in recirculation mode (using carbon filters), making them an excellent choice for kitchens in flats or where connecting the hood to ventilation is not an option.
There’s a well-known saying that “classics never go out of style,” and we definitely agree. Those who follow this principle when designing their interiors might want to consider traditional wall-mounted cooker hoods. They are an excellent choice if you want to ensure that your hood will still align with interior trends even after many years. A fresh take on classic design is the T-Line hoods, which are shaped like an inverted T. Their simple, elegant form references timeless design while embracing a modern twist.
We’ve saved something special for the finale, particularly for fans of industrial-style kitchens — a cooker hood with a shelf. This appliance impresses with its size — 120 cm in width, making it a definite focal point when hung above a kitchen island. The steel frame and shelf not only look fantastic but are also highly practical. These elements allow you to display decorations or store various kitchen accessories on the hood.
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