This seems very unlikely. Best bet is to surround the cooktop with homey touches, etc. They can't make it of other materials or the science won't work.

Wanted mainly to suggest that you find out what percentage of your current pans would be usable with induction, as many cannot, depending on material, etc. That's often a deciding factor.

My cookware is cast iron and stainless with copper-sandwich bottoms; so they should work with induction. Too bad...otherwise this would be a deal-breaker :).

La Cornue makes one that has sort of a oldworld look that might work . I am still a gas lover i have a induction burner that I use for delicate sauces and melting chocolate, I have very expensive cookware i bought in Italy that won’t work on induction so probaly never going that route

holy cow!!

Bonjour detailaddict ! So many wonderful things to consider when finding the perfect Range for your home. While many clients do love the precision that a gas cooktop offers, it's understandable you want the best of 'both worlds' in aesthetic, function and performance. Should it be useful, the induction 'optional burner' has just been UL-Approved in the States for Lacanche Ranges, allowing you to combine dual fuel - Gas Hob + Induction, depending on your size and cooktop needs.

Choosing a Range is so deeply personal, so the best wishes shopping around. Should you be interested in more information, please shoot us an email at sales@frenchranges.com or visit us online at frenchranges.com . Happy Hunting !!

Art Culinaire | Lacanche USA

Bonjour, AC! I was just posting on another forum that I had visited an Ambassador's home last year to view a Lacanche range in-person. I had briefly looked back at the AC website to search for the induction option, but it didn't seem to be among the range (ahem) of cooktop options. I'll take another look; or if you have a direct link that would also be helpful. Thanks so much!

Bonjour detailaddict !! The recent Induction is so recently approved that is not yet on our US website, but the option (not full cooktop) it is definitely available to order for the US Market. If you'd like more details, the French Lacanche website has some great visuals, or let us know how we can help at sales@frenchranges.com - and again, Happy Shopping !!

Yes...upon Googling "Lacanche induction" I found the UK website; and I did see that it doesn't take up the whole cooktop - which is a relief as I would still like to have the options of cooking over gas burners or a French top (although some of the others look interesting as well). I've already contacted Victoria for a quote :).

Art Culinare--are there plans in the works for getting the full induction cooktop UL approved?

Bonjour Felicia Levy ! At this time we do not foresee UL Approval of the full Induction cooktop in the US, given the very different amperage / electric codes in America vs Europe. For now, the additional 'two burner' induction (as a cooktop option) is the most induction we can bring in to the States. For any and all info, feel free to visit us at frenchranges.com, or for specific questions, sales@frenchranges.com. Merci !!

Why don't you do a soapstone countertop. The black glass will blend in. Don't get knobs or a stainless border. I love my IKEA $999 induction cooktop. I've had it almost five years now. It simmers beautifully. My soups can cook all day without adding water. It heats very quickly (especially with the power boost), & one of the biggest pluses; it cleans like a charm. Hope this helps.

I am actually thinking of soapstone or slate for my countertop; but even if I go with an induction cooktop this still leaves the ovens to consider. A wall-mounted double oven was initially my first choice, but again colors are limited and even most makes have stainless on the handle and upper panel as paint can't stand up to the heat. I will keep your idea in-mind, though!

Have you selected a range yet? I ordered my Cluny 1400 with two induction burners and the French top in dec. Just got my notice of eta for June! I visited a Cluny 1400 ( no induction) and the ovens seemed ample. Had gone thinking I'd prefer the sully!

I've priced out a couple of models, the larger one being a Citeaux with a French top and an induction hob, to ease the husband's jitters. If we can't swing that I've also obtained a quote on a Saulieu with French top and a plancha. It's been several months so I'd need to revisit the options again if/when we do place an order.

detailaddict have you made a choice yet? I am redoing my kitchen shortly. I have been cooking on a glass top electric cooktop for 20 years. I always thought I would switch over to gas (love the look) as it would be more esthetically pleasing to me. I am planning on doing a classic white kitchen with white marble counters and a walnut top on the island. I will be doing double ovens, and a cooktop or rangetop. However, as I am almost 60 now, I am rethinking the gas option and seriously considering induction. It seems that the amount of cleaning on a gas rangetop would be substantial (heavy grates, etc,) - I am not the neatest cook. I don't really like the slick look of induction (although looks wise,it's not so different from what I currently have) and I hate that it has touch controls. The only induction cooktop I have seen with knobs is the Viking. I can be flexible on budget for the right thing. I prefer a higher end option as I am hoping this will be my last remodel. I'm curious if you have seen anything you like.

I have not...I know it's been a long time, and we're finally starting to interview contractors; but until we know what our budget for the kitchen is I won't be able to make a concrete decision. Lately I've been swinging back in the direction of a vintage stove, both for looks and the durability and cooking technology available during the Gilded Age that can't be found in newer stoves. The main model I'm looking for is a Glenwood with gas burners that is made to be used with cast iron burner covers in place. But in addition to $$ the challenge will be finding one. As for induction models, I haven't found anything else but honestly haven't looked either. It's a bridge I'll cross when/if I have to but hope I don't.

Well for those who are interested, I selected a stove several months ago and thought I'd follow up and share. As it was determined that almost all of the kitchen decisions - the layout, the other appliances, their placement, square-footage of the countertop, and so forth - began with what kind of stove I would have, we decided to go ahead and make a selection even though we were still months from breaking ground. As I mentioned in my previous post I was considering an antique Glenwood - specifically an SNJ (still finding out what that stands for) - although I didn't know of one that was available; but upon reconnecting with a restorer in Rhode Island I was directed to a contact in Massachusetts who actually had two. The one I ended up ordering had been taken from a Victorian home in Boston where it had stood since its original installation, and is currently being (or soon to be) gussied up and brought up to code. I will admit that it didn't win the beauty contest - the Lacanche still gets the prize for this; but there is something to be said for a stove that is 90 years old and still works - not to mention being a piece of Americana.

The pics I have of my stove are all close-ups so I've included a full shot of another restored stove that I took off the web. But as you can see (bottom pic) it is still in near-mint condition, with the original enamel. Production on these began in 1926(?), just a few years before the crash; and as the company didn't survive the Depression not many of these were made. It goes without saying that I feel privileged to own a rare piece of American history that many restorers have chosen for their own kitchens. It was a splurge to go with this option (though still less than others) and concessions will be made to accommodate the expense, but as I cook almost every day and do a lot of baking I'm confident that it will be well worth the investment. And I'll never have to replace it.

So it seems my problem is solved and I won't have to contend with "disguising" an induction cooktop as I'd feared. And even the husband is (somewhat) satisfied as there won't be exposed flames to contend with, which was his chief concern in going with gas (or LP in our case). Thanks to everyone for the advice and suggestions, and those of you who were also in the throes of decision-making might update the rest of us as well. :)

I love it!! I didn’t know this was possible! You had this antique stove converted to induction? May I ask how much that costs in total purchase, rehab, and conversion? And then shipping? I love this so much more than the LaCanche, ect. Which companies did you use for this project? And is the build completed? if so, how do you enjoy this piece? Thanks!

Actually Sabrina, no...the first photo I posted way above is of a converted wood-burning stove, but the Glenwood we're purchasing is a gas/propane stove that I will use as-is, after it's brought up to code. The cost was (ahem) $16K (I did call it a splurge) but as that reflected the value almost two years ago these stoves are likely selling for much more now - if there are any left to be had. When I first learned about them just a year or two before, the price was $12K. If anything I think it will have been a good investment as if for any reason it doesn't work out (although I can't imagine this) we can sell it for a handsome profit.

The shop I'm buying it from is Erickson's Antique Stoves in Littleton, MA. There are several antique stove restorers in the NE area, and he just happened to have one at the time I was ready to purchase. The Antique Stove Hospital in RI was also a good resource as the father-and-son team provided information and options for the kinds of features I was looking for. They actually told me about the Glenwood SNJ and ultimately referred me to David Erickson. We had the option to have it shipped, but as we will feel more comfortable bringing it home ourselves there will be a road trip when the house is ready for it. And no, the house actually isn't ready...or even under construction yet as permits and other delays have dragged out the whole process. But we're looking at moving in sometime this summer, so we'll be picking up the stove (fingers crossed) mid to late spring. Needless to say I'm looking forward to it.

Ok so converting a gas range to induction is not possible? Or is that not something you looked into?

JD...it may be possible; at this point I don't remember what all the options were that I researched.  Incidentally we're flying out this weekend to pick up our Glenwood and drive it home, finally now that our house is built and we've been in it for 6 months.

Detailaddict thank you for the response. I am so jealous you have a beautiful old stove/oven!

JD thank you!  There are plenty more to be had, just waiting to be restored - you just have to look around.