When Eleanor first reached out to Artisan Vent Hood, her kitchen was still coming together. She had a clear direction for the room: deep blue-green cabinetry, a creamy backsplash, warm wood accents, and brass details.
The range hood would sit at the center of the cooking wall, so its shape and finish needed to work with everything around it. Eleanor wanted a custom hood that felt like part of her kitchen.
We began with our ATHS-26 range hood design and worked through the details with her. The result was a white stainless steel hood with a curved profile and brushed brass trim. Getting there started with conversations, a cabinet color sample, and a drawing we could review together.
A Cabinet Color Sample Gave Us a Better Starting Point
Early in the project, Eleanor mailed us a sample of her cabinet color. It was a thoughtful step that gave our team a physical reference as we discussed the range hood finish options.
We looked at the hood as part of the whole palette. The cabinetry brought depth to the room, the backsplash kept the cooking wall light, and the wood accents added warmth. Our conversations focused on how the hood could bring those elements together.
White felt right for the main body because it related to the creamy backsplash and provided a lighter center between the darker cabinets. Brushed brass carried the warmth of the kitchen’s metal accents onto the hood.
The sample helped us make these conversations more specific. We had a shared reference for the cabinet color while working through the combination Eleanor had in mind.
Keeping the Design Connected to Eleanor’s Kitchen
The curved shape of ATHS-26 was an important part of the design. It introduced softer lines alongside the cabinetry and gave Eleanor a starting point she could picture in her space.
From there, we considered the shape, finish, and decorative details together. The brass crown molding defined the top, while the horizontal bands followed the wider lower section. Against the white body, those details gave the hood definition and echoed the warm accents elsewhere in the room.
We also talked through the brushed finish. Eleanor’s kitchen already had several distinct materials, so the brass needed to complement that mix. The combination we settled on kept the white body prominent and used brass to frame the design.
These were connected decisions. The trim influenced how the shape read, and the finishes influenced how the hood would sit against the backsplash and cabinetry.
Working Through the Proportions Before Making the Hood
With the design direction established, we moved on to hood dimensions and proportions. Eleanor’s hood was made to measure 48" wide × 22" deep × 48" high. We reviewed those dimensions in relation to the range below it, the available wall space, and the surrounding cabinetry so the design would feel balanced in her kitchen.
Our team prepared a design drawing and rendering for Eleanor to review. These gave her a clearer view of the proposed shape, overall proportions, and brass trim placement before fabrication.
This stage gave us a shared reference for the project. Instead of discussing the hood only in general terms, we could look at the same drawing and work through the details together.
For our team, the drawing connected the design conversation to the next stage of the custom order process. For Eleanor, it was an opportunity to review what would be made for her kitchen and feel comfortable with the direction.
Once she reviewed and approved the drawing, we sent the design to our workshop.
Carrying the Approved Details Into the Finished Piece
With the approved design in hand, our workshop could begin turning the drawing into a finished range hood.
Making a custom range hood involves more than shaping the metal. The individual parts need to be formed to the required dimensions, fitted together properly, and checked as the hood takes shape.
During fabrication, attention goes to how each section comes together. The body needs to hold its intended shape, and the joined sections need to fit cleanly. Decorative components also need to be measured and positioned carefully so they sit properly against the main structure.
After assembly, the surfaces are finished and checked for marks, uneven areas, or other imperfections that could affect the final appearance. Each part of the hood needs to come together as intended, from the main structure to the smaller finishing details.
Once the fabrication and finishing work was complete, we inspected the finished hood as a whole to make sure it was consistent with the approved design. Eleanor’s custom range hood was then ready for the next stage: preparing it for shipment to her home.
Preparing Eleanor’s Hood for the Journey
Once Eleanor approved the finished hood, we arranged shipment and prepared it for the journey to her home.
Custom vent hoods need careful packaging, especially around finished surfaces, corners, and decorative trim. We secure the hood for transportation to help protect those details during handling and transit.
We also followed the shipment as it made its way toward delivery. After all the conversations, drawing reviews, and work that went into the hood, getting it safely to Eleanor was an important part of the process.
We're happy to share that Eleanor received her range hood in perfect condition. Seeing her unbox the finished piece was a wonderful way to close this part of the journey.
Seeing the Design Come Together in the Kitchen
When Eleanor sent us photos of her finished kitchen, we finally got to see ATHS-26 in the space we'd been working toward together.
The curved white body sits naturally against the creamy backsplash, while the brushed brass trim picks up the warmth of the kitchen's hardware and lighting. Between the deep blue-green cabinetry and the wood shelves, the white stainless steel hood with brass accents adds a softer shape without overwhelming the room. The finishes each have their own character, but together they create a cohesive look.
It was especially rewarding to see how the details we'd discussed throughout the project came together in the finished space. From comparing finishes and confirming dimensions to reviewing drawings, each conversation helped us get closer to the right design for Eleanor's kitchen.
We're grateful to Eleanor for trusting us with this part of her kitchen and for sharing the photos with us. It's always rewarding to see a design move from an early idea to something that becomes part of someone's home.
Every Custom Project Starts With a Conversation
Every kitchen has its own character, and every custom range hood project starts with a different vision.
If you’re planning a kitchen of your own, you can explore our range hood gallery for ideas or contact us to share what you’re working on. We’re always happy to hear about the plans and ideas behind a kitchen.
