Kitchen trends are always changing, including two-tone cabinets, waterfall countertops, and smart appliances. But one thing that stands out on our list of this year's kitchen trends is the statement range hood. Interior designers are ditching the typical range hood that hides above the stove in favor of bright colors and bold shapes. Hello, 2024!
Why statement range hoods will be a trend in 2024
There's nothing wrong with a classic stainless steel range hood, but some design experts say it can be a little boring, at least from a style standpoint.
“The idea of making this functional appliance beautiful is a design investment that has a huge ROI,” says Tyler Del Vento, owner and designer at TDV Design. A statement range hood is the perfect way to inject your personality into your kitchen. They don't take up as much space as small items or wall or counter decorations.
“A statement range hood instantly creates a custom feel. [the homeowner’s] It’s a unique style,” says Vivianne Chow, interior decorator and founder of interiors blog Viv and Tim Home.
How to get your own statement range hood
What's the first thing to do when planning a statement range hood? Consider size and material. Kelly Kelly, interior designer at Kelly Kelly Design Studio, says: “Choose quality materials and consider custom options to fit the overall design scheme of the space.”
The choice of materials is vast and includes plaster, zinc, brass, copper, pewter, wood, stone, concrete, and more. You can also add elements like rivets, textures, trims, metal inlays, lighting, and curves to draw the eye in more subtle ways. Remember that your range hood should be about the same size as your stove, or up to a few inches larger. Artem Kropovinksy, founder of Arsight and his interior designer, says keep in mind that the overall kitchen design should complement and contrast at the same time.
Precautions for range hoods
While this may be a surprising and fun trend, there are some important things to keep in mind when making the switch to a statement range hood.All the interior designers we spoke to first focused on functionality. after that About style. The last thing you want is to install a beautiful range hood only to find out it didn't have proper vents. Always work with a professional who can make sure everything is installed correctly.
You should also keep in mind the dimensions and design of your range hood. If it's too big or too small for your kitchen, it may take up too much space or get lost in the design. “It should be a statement piece, but it shouldn't dominate the space,” says Kropovinsky. “Don't be afraid to play around with textures and materials, but don't make the hood look too flashy and take away from its effect.”
This post originally appeared on The Kitchen.Check it out there: Surprising new kitchen design trends to take 2024 by storm
