New Kitchen Island with retractable downdraft range hood, retracted in this view into the new great room. The half-wall at the kitchen is the former exterior wall of the house.

Kitchen stove with downdraft range vent. Light and fan on
Inspiration for a modern kitchen remodel in New York

Example of a transitional home design design in Minneapolis

Dining room - transitional dining room idea in Minneapolis

An induction cooktop with a downdraft hood vent that rises from the island when needed
1950s kitchen photo in Seattle with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, stainless steel appliances and white countertops

Mid-sized danish galley light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen photo in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, soapstone countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops

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Deck - mid-sized contemporary rooftop deck idea in Chicago with an awning

Transitional u-shaped gray floor eat-in kitchen photo in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and white countertops

Therma-Tru Smooth-Star fiberglass doors and vented sidelites painted Pure White (SW7005). Vented sidelites allow homeowners to enjoy a fresh breeze without having to cover the door with a screen. Energy-efficient Low-E glass is flush-glazed, meaning the glass is built directly into the door with no need for a lite frame. This creates clean lines and a seamless appearance. Heirloom handlesets also by Therma-Tru.

Custom light weight Myriadstone range vent hood. Hood incorporates a slightly arched front detail with tapered sides to ceiling. Choose from a variety of natural stone colors.

Set of three retractable awnings covering entire length of back porch on home in Waynesville, NC.
Elegant porch photo in Other

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in Seattle

Yellow and white striped retractable, motorized awning custom built and installed over a back deck.
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless backyard patio remodel in Other with decking and an awning

Two retractable awnings placed over back patio on home in Asheville, NC.
This is an example of a large traditional brick back porch design in Other with an awning.

The Lift Downdraft is everything you want in a luxury ventilation system — power, performance, and good looks. Packed with perks like the Dual-level BriteStrip™ LED lighting, Tri-Capture Zones and 4-Way Ducting, the Lift is ready to help you rise to any occasion with the touch of a button.

The Lift Downdraft is everything you want in a luxury ventilation system — power, performance, and good looks. Packed with perks like the Dual-level BriteStrip™ LED lighting, Tri-Capture Zones and 4-Way Ducting, the Lift is ready to help you rise to any occasion with the touch of a button.

Retractable screen in front of seating area in pool house.
Pool house - large transitional backyard stone and rectangular lap pool house idea in Other

Horizontally-installed appliances (rather than the traditional column-stacked) gives a contemporary feel to an otherwise traditional wood kitchen. The pop-up downdraft vent is a great alternative to the more common hoodfans that drop down from the ceiling - especially if you have a great view you don't want to spoil.

Chicago Lakeview home renovation with Indoor Pool. It has a retracting skylight, backlit blue agate wall panels and heated travertine floor. Need help with your home transformation? Call Benvenuti and Stein design build for full service solutions. 847.866.6868. Norman Sizemore -photographer