In the years following the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the health of their living environment has remained at the forefront of homeowners’ minds. They have come to understand that total wellness encompasses more than just diet, exercise and frequent hand-washing – health begins at a particulate level, and this is particularly true when it comes to air quality. In the kitchen especially, where grease, odors and other particles can become airborne hazards, proper ventilation is crucial.
Among the trends in kitchen ventilation:
- Range hoods can serve as an eye-catching focal point in the space, with a wide array of sculptural designs, decorative trims and bold finish options on the market.
- For those who prefer a more low-key aesthetic, downdraft ventilation and under-cabinet hoods can create a sleeker, more streamlined look.
- Smart ventilation adjusts automatically when sensing smoke or heat to quickly and efficiently tackle air impurities.
- Noisy kitchen ventilation is a thing of the past with ultra-quiet fan technology.
The Miele 36” Countertop Downdraft Extractor features a 36-1/8” telescopic canopy with an optional external or internal blower. It has a 15-minute automatic blower duration and switches off automatically after …
Siena Pro Wall Hood with TruHue technology allows users to seamlessly adjust the color temperature of the range hood lighting to match the primary kitchen lighting, notes Zephyr. With TruHue, …
Gaggenau’s 400 Series Vario Downdraft Ventilation System is designed to draw odors and steam down into the countertop with reduced noise and optimized air management. The system eliminates the need …
Castlewood by AMS’ Two Piece Detachable Epicurean Chimney Hood with an Ascension Ventilation System is available in alder, cherry, hickory, maple, red oak, plain sawn, quarter sawn and rift white …
The HBN5 series built-in range hoods from BEST feature the True iQ Blower System and SmartSense Pro, plus selectable color temperature lighting (CCT technology). The HBN5 is also equipped with …
EJM Copper has introduced its Brickell range hood in brass (shown) and the Sheboygan in copper. A variety of range hood liners are available and are determined based on customer …
Stanisci Design has introduced the Victoria hood, part of the VX series. The new hood features 1”-wide vertical hardwood slats. Each vertical slat incorporates strategic 1/16” radius edges to ensure …
Falmec’s Alba highlights contemporary European design and filtration technology in the form of a geometrical concealed ceiling-mounted range hood backlit with LED lighting. The installation’s seamless integration with the ceiling …