Putting a hob on a kitchen island is not exactly a low-maintenance task. It requires plenty of planning and careful consideration. A hob carries plenty of practical complications regarding ventilation ...

It can be hard to get the extractor to pick up all the fumes, leaving fumes that float into your face. Over at Other Machine Co., they built up a custom downdraft fume extractor to solve this problem.

A downdraft extractor is a great alternative in designs like this, as many modern examples blend seamlessly into the hob, allowing for a less cluttered look. However, downdraft extractors either ...