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A purposefully designed kitchen range hood becomes a functional piece of art that becomes a natural focal point in your kitchen. There's no one-size-fits-all blueprint for creating what's best for your home, which is why custom is often the choice. Whether you want to start from scratch or use something you already have, the possibilities are endless. “The right hood can dramatically change the look of your kitchen,” says lead designer Nathan Taylor. obelisk home. “Adding a tapered angled shape is an easy way to make a statement, and tiling an existing hood is an option to change up the look.”
Range hoods can look trendy, timeless, or a combination of the two. For example, Taylor says she's noticed a recent resurgence in perfectly patinated brass hoods that look as if they've been passed down through generations. Although brass hoods may be classified as a trend due to their recent rise in popularity, the antique nature of this material makes them timeless. In the collection ahead, you'll find ideas for kitchen range hoods that play with materials, shapes and colors.
A purposefully designed range hood becomes a functional piece of art that becomes a natural focal point in your kitchen. There's no one-size-fits-all blueprint for creating what's best for your home, which is why custom is often the choice. Whether you're designing a new kitchen or using your existing range hood, the design possibilities are virtually endless. “The right hood can dramatically change the look of your kitchen,” says Nathan Taylor, lead designer at Obelisk Home. “Adding a tapered, angled shape is an easy way to make a statement, and tiling an existing hood is an option to change up the look.”
Kitchen range hoods can look trendy, traditional, or a combination of the two. For example, Taylor says he's noticed a recent resurgence of patinaed brass bonnets, as if they've aged gracefully over the decades. Although brass hoods may be classified as a trend due to their recent rise in popularity, the antique nature of this material makes it perfect for timeless kitchens. If you want to update your range hood to be a little more trendy, consider adding trim to the bottom. Or take a cue from one of his designer projects below and add trim at the top along the ceiling.
In the collection ahead, you'll find ideas for kitchen range hoods in a variety of shapes, colors and materials, from plaster and wood to metal straps and marble. Adding a decorative corbel to an existing range hood or tiling the backsplash underneath is even a reasonable DIY project if you're handy.
leave exposed
If your kitchen has a high vaulted ceiling, covering the entire range hood duct may impair its functionality. Instead of hiding it, Tom Seeler left the ductwork exposed and finished it black to match the range hood in this Florida home.
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Add dimensions using curves
Kitchen hood covers often feature sharp angles to reflect the shape of the hood itself. Amanda Jacobs gave this feature some dimension by breaking up the straight lines with curves. The contrast between the white range hood and the black backsplash enhances the effect and draws attention to the center of the room.
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give an edge
One way to add interest to a traditional triangular range hood cover is to utilize the bottom edge. Katie Hodges decided to add a protruding curved detail to the bottom of her kitchen range hood. The bottom of the range hood is also where the marble bounce naturally stops.
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minimize
Not every feature in your kitchen needs to be claimed. In this kitchen by Hilary Walker and Ashley Maddox, the range hood blends almost seamlessly into the wall, drawing attention without competing with the beautiful veins of the stone backsplash or rich walnut cabinetry.
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Windows operations
Wall-to-wall windows provide great natural light, but they can seem to limit the amount of space you can put your appliances. But that didn't stop Ginger Curtis, president of Urbanology Designs, from installing a very large range and range hood right in front of it. The lilac marble cover appears to be floating, thanks to a unique placement choice, allowing home cooks to enjoy the view.
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Attach corbels to the sides
Decorative wooden corbels, also known as shelf brackets, can completely change the shape of your kitchen hood. Celia Bryson took this kitchen hood from basic to beautiful by adding an oversized corbel. For a cohesive look, she coated the cabinets and upper cabinets in Benjamin Moore's Hodley Red.
camouflage with wooden panels
Paneled appliances are a kind of quiet luxury, and that includes range hoods. In this kitchen by Nathan Taylor of Obelisk Home, the paneled hood range doesn't draw attention to itself, but blends with the cabinetry to evoke an elegant, understated look.
Let the backsplash take center stage
Beautiful tiles can be an investment item, so your kitchen hood should complement rather than take away their attention. This kitchen by Hoedemaker Pfeiffer features a hand-painted tile backsplash encased in glass for protection and a discreet range hood cover that blends into the background.
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Highlight its shape with metal trim
One very easy way to make a simple range hood stand out is by adding metal trim. Brass is an especially great choice for kitchens that already show off this metal in other fixtures, but don't be afraid to mix metals. In her studio kitchen, Reena Ravi chose to accent a white range hood with brass straps.
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Match other appliances
When an interior designer and furniture contractor work together, the end result is one cohesive kitchen. Ashbourne Designs worked with Ciuffo Cabinetry to design a range hood that looks like it comes with a statement range and undercounter oven.
blend into backsplash
In this kitchen by M Viamontes Architecture + Interiors, Calacatta Viola marble was chosen for both the backsplash and range hood cover. Don't miss the design details that make this treatment truly luxurious. The stripes on the hood cover line up perfectly with the backsplash.
Use wood as an accent material
Ashley Montgomery used wood in this kitchen's thoughtful design details, from the island to the open shelving to the range hood. The wood trim on the bottom edge of the range hood and on the sides of the backsplash gets a little extra attention, as it's stained with a finish as warm as the kitchen island, but slightly darker.
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Arrange them on open shelves
The features that surround a range hood can make the area very interesting. Lisa Tharp chose a basic rectangular design for this hood, with floating shelves on each side. The white space created by the shelves creates a well-balanced kitchen.
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cut off the top
When planning your range hood ideas, keep in mind where the range hood will meet the ceiling. If you have a statement ceiling, there is an opportunity to use the same material as the top trim piece. Liz Dutton decided to add a wood accent piece to the top of this range hood to match the ceiling.
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Upgrading stainless steel
A classic stainless steel range hood is always safe. However, you don't have to go for the ordinary stainless steel range hoods sold at big box stores. This kitchen example by Morgan Madison Design shows how steel can be an interesting covering material.
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contrast style
Courtney and Robert Novogratz needed an ultra-wide range hood to accommodate La Cornue's large range of products. They didn't let size stop them from reaching for bold materials. The end result is an attention-grabbing industrial-style hood that shares the finish but contrasts with the more traditional range below.
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rely on subtle differences
It's important to design your range hood with the backsplash in mind. If you match the two exactly, it might end up looking too much like a nose. A better approach: choose a slightly darker color for the range hood and a slightly darker color for the backsplash. Designer Sheldon Harte of Harte Brownlee & Associates also relied on texture here to differentiate the hood and backsplash.
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arrange on tiles
Tiles are certainly not just for backsplashes. This kitchen by Jaqui Seerman features a custom range hood covered in marble backsplash and tap tiles.
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match the counter top
In this Nashville kitchen by Sarah Robertson of Studio Dearborn, soapstone adorns not only the countertops but also the range hood. I love the patina look, which becomes even more beautiful over time.
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cover with wood
Add instant warmth to your kitchen by using wood panels on your range hood. Melanie Milner of The Design Atelier worked with Kingdom Woodworks to create this custom range hood that contrasts beautifully with navy cabinetry.
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play with finish
If you decide to make your range hood cover metal, remember that you can mix and match finishes, not just metal. Caren Rideau chose matte white steel for the main structure of this kitchen hood, combining it with a glossy polished strip as an accent.
make it a work of art
When Alison Victoria was brainstorming ideas for a range hood for her new Atlanta home, she knew she wanted to make a statement. “I wanted a hood that was unlike anything I'd seen before, that was artistic, but still worked properly,” she says. She worked with her partner Mark Wentz of America Fabrication & Design to achieve her vision.
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