We’ve always thought of kitchens as the heart of the home, a central place where everyone naturally gathers. While the kitchen acts as a focal point within the home, the range hood is often the focal point within the kitchen. Since the range hood tends to draw the eye, it’s worth taking some time to consider the right style. When it comes to a custom kitchen, there are endless design possibilities in terms of color, material, shape, etc. Here, we will share a variety of range hoods from custom kitchens we’ve designed over the last few years, in hopes of inspiring your own kitchen design.
1. Classic Chimney
This angled chimney-style hood is a classic choice for custom kitchens. We often see it used with a stain in contrast to painted perimeter cabinetry, which commands attention. Match the molding to the rest of the cabinetry for a unified look.
2. Framed Face
This straight hood offers a boxy fit that blends well with the cabinetry on either side, providing clean lines with added detail. The panels mimic the door style of the rest of the cabinetry, keeping a consistent style throughout. The scale of this range hood creates a sense of grandness in this kitchen.
3. Creamy Curves
This curved chimney-style features decorative trim details that leave no question that this is a custom hood! We see a curvy, organic form juxtaposed with more geometric-shaped details added on top. Although painted the same as the rest of the uppers, the cabinets on each side of the range hood frame this focal point nicely.
4. Aesthetic Alcove
An alternative to a more traditional range hood is the alcove. Essentially, the range ventilation sits within a recessed wall, offering a sleek aesthetic that can be dressed up with wood framing or shelving. In this kitchen, we incorporated spice storage within the alcove to create a unique and functional feature.
5. Bold Band
If you want to tie in a two-toned look to your range hood, try accentuating the band in a wood stain to contrast the paint. This is a great way to bring warmth into a painted kitchen, and the wood tone can be repeated in other areas, such as the kitchen island or custom shelving.
6. Satisfying Shiplap
Shiplap isn’t just for walls! This stacked wood look adds visual texture in an otherwise straightforward range hood design. Pair it with a medium wood stain and white cabinets for a homey, farmhouse kitchen.
7. Contemporary Corbels
While corbels are typically deemed more traditional, we are seeing them used in a more modern way. Try opting for less ornate designs and instead keep things simpler in form, using a larger scale for a bigger impact. This design element can be customized to add a dash of extra style to your kitchen.
8. Marvelous Metal
Not your typical metal range hood from the hardware store! This range hood was custom-made from Beowulf Aluminum, offering a sleek yet industrial look to this kitchen design. The result is an almost sculptural element that demands a second look!
9. Subtle Sophistication
Straight on the sides and curvy on top, this range hood shape is the best of both worlds! The sides easily align with the other cabinetry while still maintaining a nice curve that tapers back toward the top. Not too little, not too much; some might say it’s just right.
10. Captivating Contrast
Set next to white cabinetry, this two-toned black and wood combo is a striking contrast. The dark paint color ties into the black windows and plumbing fixtures in this kitchen design, but even with those coordinating elements, this range hood is sure to stand out. The added wood details break up the flat black and pull from the same wood tones used throughout this space.
11. Custom Charm
This custom kitchen has a lot to love, primarily because of the thoughtful details throughout. Keeping the gorgeous green paint color (Galapagos Green by Benjamin Moore) consistent across the range hood, a corbel shelf sits atop a subtle scallop, adding a charming touch of character.
12. Sleek Shine
For a different way to accentuate the band without using a wood stain, try metal! This sleek accent adds a luxurious and textural element that can be catered to complement various design styles. This one is sure to draw guests in for a closer look!
With custom cabinetry, it’s worth noting that you have virtually unlimited design options, even when it comes to your range hood. That means you can mix and match your favorite elements to create something truly unique. You may like the paint color from one photo and the molding on another! After all, the best part about designing a custom kitchen is that no two are exactly the same.
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