Kitchen extraction vents in side of bulkhead a goer?

7 years ago

last modified: 7 years ago

Hello, so we're in the middle of an open plan kitchen/dining/living extension. We will have a large island with an induction hob on it however, directly above where the hob will be is a large steel bulkhead that runs along the length of the island.

I'm quite keen on a flush to ceiling extractor which I'm guessing require us to build a false ceiling around the steel to accommodate. But my parter really wants us to explore vents that sit vertically along the side of the steel bulkhead over the island length (the side facing the kitchen, not the living areas) as he thinks this option is the most discreet.

I think it'll look good too but have no idea about how I'd go about sourcing this less conventional option other than to try commercial kitchen organisations. Plus this more bespoke option, if it's even possible, sounds like it'll be expensive and at the end of our build...budget is running pretty tight!

So my questions are does anyone have experience of a similar unconventional extraction facility in their domestic kitchen and if so where they sourced the appliance and labour. Or if anyone has any advice about either method including recommendations on unit brand and any specialist fitters? We'd most likely duct out any extraction unit we use.

Thanks in advance for any comments!

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Clover Kitchens
7 years ago
last modified: 7 years ago
Hi Vausian

I have been a kitchen designer for more than 20 years and most of the kitchens we do are quite large and therefor often have an island. So we are very used to kitchens with hobs in islands and the importance of good extraction in this situation.

The only solution we have recommended for the past 4 or 5 years is 'cooktop extraction' from Bora. They uniquely look at the hob and extraction system 'as one' and make the best extraction systems by far. They are also very discrete, relatively simple to design into a kitchen and install.

Please have a look at their website to see the 3 different levels of their range, Basic, Classic and Professional.

https://www.bora.com/en/

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Jonathan
7 years ago
I get your partner trying to find the option that looks the best but there are some design forward ways of concealing the mechanics of a ceiling extractor.
Downdraft extractors are also a great looking option but have heard that their ability to remove steam and smells is reduced with taller pans.
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Kitchen extraction vents in side of bulkhead a goer?

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