Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods The hood is part of the Futuro Futuro "Integra" series, available in several versions. This specific one is 36" Integra Black Island, with black reflective glass panels (front & back). Full product info is on our website - http://www.futurofuturo.com/island-range-hood-IS36INTEGRA-BLK.php

Regarding the counter, it's hard to tell due to the angle of the photo; your best bet would be to ask Prestige Designs directly.

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods Based on the proportions of the hood, as well as the layout of the cooktop, it's a 36" wide hood.

Signature Custom Homes Eric, thank you for your question. Futuro is correct, the hood and cooktop are 36" wide. In our market and price point this is standard, though 30" cooktops are still very functional for most everyday cooking needs.

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods The ceiling height in this room is about 8.5', judging by how far the range hood chimney is extended. But even with an 11-foot ceiling, installing a range hood is possible. You would need a range hood and an extension, which would increase the height of the range hood to accommodate an 11-foot ceiling.

For example, the range hood model like the one shown in the photo above has a maximum height of 49" (complete specs & dimensions: http://www.futurofuturo.com/island-range-hood-IS36PLANE.php)

The height of a standard countertop is 36", and the recommended spacing between the cooktop and the range hood is 30".

The maximum ceiling height for this model will be: 36" (countertop) + 30" (spacing) + 49" (hood height) = 115", or 9' 7".

With the optional accessory "Island Chimney Extension", the hood height increases from 49" to 74", making the new maximum ceiling height: 36" + 30" + 74" = 140", or 11' 8". So, with an extension, you *will* be able to use an island-mount hood.

P.S. Downdrafts don't work effectively. An overhead range hood will provide much more efficient capture. In addition, given the selection of island-mount range hoods (we offer over 90 models), an island range hood will give you many more design options for customizing the look of your kitchen.

rachellec12 It is an 18 by 33 foot open floor plan. Do you have any pictures of hood vents that are used in an 11ft ceiling?

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods Here are a couple of examples.

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods "CFM" stands for "Cubic Feet per Minute", a measurement of how much air the range hood is able to exhaust.

Regarding the size comparison, generally we recommend the range hood to be at least as wide as the cooktop, if not wider. However, with this model, it's a compromise between ventilation and looks. In a contemporary kitchen like this, a "traditional" style range hood would look too bulky and out of place. A sleek tubular hood offers a ventilation solution without spoiling the look of the room.

More photos & specifications are available on our website: http://www.futurofuturo.com/island-range-hood-IS14JUPITER-LT.php

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods Looks like the Futuro Futuro "Rainbow" model, with a chimney extension. Take a look - http://www.futurofuturo.com/wall-range-hood-WL36RAINBOW.php

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods Sharon, you're absolutely right - it looks like a clone of our "Moon Crystal" model, with a slightly different chimney - http://www.futurofuturo.com/wall-range-hood-WL36MOONCRYS.php

Zephyr's blower is less powerful though - 715 CFM vs our 940 CFM. Not to mention other technical details, which we won't bore you with... ;)

P.S. How do you like your range hood? Do you have any photos of the completed kitchen?

Sharon Binette I have the 30" Acqualina. I had a hard time finding a beautiful hood range that was 30 ". I love this one. The fan has 3 speeds and is powerful. I get lots of great comments on the hood, because it is an art piece. The 2 LED lights are perfect for seeing everything when I am cooking. Furturo was wonderful to do business with too. Fast delivery and no damage. thanks

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods @noemillis: the panel shown in this photo is part of a new filtering system called the "Perimeter Suction System".

This arrangement suctions in air through an airflow slot around the central panel, creating an "air curtain" effect that's more efficient at capturing the grease / smoke / steam, especially at the edges, where traditional filter arrangements have the worst suction performance.

In addition, the "Perimeter Suction" filter looks much better - all you see is the polished stainless-steel panel, with the actual grease-capturing filter concealed behind it.

More information about this filter system is available on our website: http://www.futurofuturo.com/rangehood-FAQ-perimeter-suction-system.php

The Sky is the Limit Design pretty much each and every applince the client wished for... it's my only wall in that huge space...microwave, winefridge, cofeemaker, 2 ovens, fridge. in hindsight i really wished the client would have selected models from the same manufacturer, though - then there would have been more consistency in the design language of those appliances. having said that - when clients do their research on appliances they often rather opt to listen to a consumer report than go for looks.

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods Very often, customers will choose appliances from different manufacturers, because no single company excels at making every type of appliance, so they choose the highest-rated refrigerator, the highest-rated range, etc. - regardless of what badge is on it.

Also, the customer's personal preference for specific features might override any considerations of design.

They may go for a Wolf range over a stylish Italian cooktop, because they value the strength of build over elegance... but they may choose a slim Italian range hood to go over that range, because American range hoods are gigantic and not too design-conscious.

They may choose a Miele coffee station for their cup of morning joe, but also get a GE Cafe fridge with integrated programmable water heater so they can have precise temperature water for their baby's formula... and so on, and so on, it's pretty much endless.

We sell designer Italian range hoods, and since we provide personalized consultations, we get to know our clients' appliance selections pretty well. We've seen pretty much every combination of our hoods with ranges & cooktops, from elegant glass induction to massive pro-style Wolf and Capital gas ranges.

It's almost never about the brand, or color-matching, it's most often about what will keep "this particular chef" happy. If someone wants to pair a $ 100,000 handmade Molteni range (pic attached) that looks like it time-warped out of 18th century with an ultra-thin stainless-steel range hood inspired by science fiction - it may not be the most "congruent" solution, but, hey, it's their house!

kbode8529 So what can I do to eliminate cloudiness

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods Generally, cloudiness on marble is the result of etching due to exposure to chemicals. Marble is a relatively soft stone (Mohs hardness scale rating of 3, vs Mohs rating of 7 for quartz/granite, for comparison), and it's very sensitive to acidic as well as alkaline substances.

Cloudiness can be removed from marble by using a *marble polishing powder* or *marble polishing compound*. You can find them at your local Home Depot, or on Google Shopping / Amazon / Ebay. Please make sure to follow the directions of the polish/powder manufacturer's exactly.

Do NOT use a sealer yet - not until you've done the polishing (and as Kelly pointed out, you may not even need to - check with the tile manufacturer first).

Hope this helps!

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods How could anyone write about Art Deco - and not even give an "honorable mention" to South Beach? Miami's elite resort area is a treasure trove of Art Deco architecture and art, with cultural events like the Art Deco Weekend celebrating the heritage.

Sure, the SoBe hotels aren't exactly as prestigious as Cote d'Azur or The Plaza, but for lovers of this architectural style, SoBe's Ocean Drive offers not only hotels (Colony Hotel, Bentley Hotel, The Breakwater, and many more) but art galleries, museums, tours, and plenty of entertainment options & shopping.

No, we don't work for the Miami Tourist Bureau :) - just wanted to add some useful info for the Art Deco lovers in the Houzz audience!

thebsquared01 Durban South Africa and Maputo Mozambique both have beautiful and interesting Art Deco buildings. There is a lot of movement to restore the Art Deco buildings in Durban to their former glory, and I love seeing the true colours being recreated.

Laura Gaskill Drool, drool, drool! I wish I could visit each and every one of these places! :)

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods You may be better off with the pot/utensil holder as a separate installation from the range hood (either a single unit like this off to the side, or 2 smaller units on either side of the hood).

There are several reasons for this:

1.) Design flexibility - you'll be able to resize / move things around without being bound to any particular layout.
2.) Design choices - you'll be free to choose any range hood and any pot/utensil holder you want.
3.) Ease of installation - it's always easier to install modular items rather than a single large unit.

With a creative kitchen designer, and a capable contractor/builder/installer, there's really no limit to what you can accomplish. Check out some of these ideas for transforming a range hood into a centerpiece of the kitchen:

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods Brittney, here's a hood that's identical:

Futuro Futuro 36" Altair Wall - http://www.futurofuturo.com/wall-range-hood-WL36ALTAIR.php

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods Not this exact hood, but a very similar design:

Futuro Futuro 48" Plane Island - http://www.futurofuturo.com/island-range-hood-IS48PLANE.php
Futuro Futuro 36" Plane Island - http://www.futurofuturo.com/island-range-hood-IS36PLANE.php

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods @1msr: Corner installations of range hoods are always more challenging than "standard" wall installations. That being said, "difficult" doesn't have to mean "impossible".

Corner installation with a 45-degree range/cooktop position, and a (matching) wall behind the range (i.e. NOT a window like in the above example): use any standard wall-mount range hood. Make sure you check all the dimensions VERY carefully, and remember that cabinet doors need clearance, too!

Corner installation with a 45-degree range/cooktop position, standard 90-degree corner (i.e. with a space behind the range) - Option 1: build a partition to "fill in" the corner, then use a standard wall hood - or Option 2: use an island-mount hood, which will be attached to the ceiling so it would not require a wall support.

If you want a completely custom look, go for a "hood insert" that will fit into a custom cabinet or custom-built enclosure/hood body. Here are a couple of examples to give you an idea (these are modern, but the cabinetry can be any style you want).

@USI Design: GORGEOUS set-up - we love the window frame & the countertops!

Neumann Mendro Andrulaitis Architects LLP This is a kitchen by Boffi.

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods @laurascalzo: if you're looking for a range hood solution like this, without having to buy an entire kitchen, there are several ways this could be accomplished. Please feel free to contact us (link in our profile) if you would like to know more.

Granite Grannies The biggest difference is that marble and granite are natural, quarried stones, whereas quartz (although named after one of the three main mineral components of granite) is a man made product. It's basically ground up granite in a colored base. The durability is pretty much the same for granite and quartz, except that most makers of quartz recommend not putting hot pots directly on the counters. This is not a problem for granite. Quartz is also harder to repair if you chip, dent, or scratch it.

Marble is softer than granite, so there is more risk of stains, etches, or scratches. However, you will see that lots of kitchens on houzz use marble. As with many natural products, it has it's limitations on durability.

Futuro Futuro Kitchen Range Hoods Granite Grannies, thank you for an informative & easy to understand answer!