Hello Heather, I think you are right in having these discussions with your builder right now, has the project already started? Unfortunately, I left my serious/ detailed discussion on ducting to the last minute because the builder said all along, he can duct out easily but we didn't discuss the exact details, now I can't duct out where I want and it's causing me a real headache ( as it might lead to more boxing in, in addition to my existing boxing in - you replied to my post earlier on 'Ugly boxing in of steels' ). My hob is on a wall and the plan was to duct out through the joist and out of extension roof but my pipe is 2.6m until we get to the extension. We had to have 2 extra joists put in for support of the above floor which now means we can't have a 6inch duct pipe because the joists are in the way, so we are thinking of alternatives but I have a feeling that I might have to duct under the ceiling and box box box and then get around the steel beam.....argh! My only advice is that whatever ducting you plan to have, make sure the builder can definitely deliver what he says he can, go through with him the exact details of how he will do it, otherwise when the time comes, he might turn around and say, sorry we can't do it now. Or even have a plan B. My kitchen company also recommended that you switch the hood on for a bit before you cook and for a while after as well.

I'm in the middle of planning my kitchen for new extension too, and thinking of putting the hob under a window. I've found a few things online where folks have done this and are happy with it. There's a blog called simply the nest where someone writes about doing this (and includes photos). https://www.simplythenest.com/simplythenestjournal/2018/3/18/our-experience-of-using-an-induction-hob Unlike in the blog, I'm considering getting one of the induction hobs that have the built in extractor rather than a seperate one above. The Bora mentioned by OnePlan is a bit too pricey for me unfortunately :-( but someone mentioned on another Houzz thread that they'd got the AEG version from eBay at a very reasonable price, so might go down that route. https://www.houzz.co.uk/discussions/4756827/bora-induction-hob-with-down-draft So many decisions!!

Hi Sasha! We know we might be a little late to the party, but If you are still looking for recommendations on hobs with built-in worktop extractors, we have a fantastic range available to suit your needs and budget! Please do get in contact if we can be of any assistance.

I have just looked up the Novy- lots of brands do this type of pop up extractor….. many at a similar or lower price point. For me the selling point of the Bora is that they are quiet, intrude very little into the cabinet below and can demonstrate a 100% clean rate