To be filed under "Why do the Brits have all the good ideas?" UK company Elica has come up with the Star extractor hood, a glamorous, ceiling-mounted chandelier fixture that incorporates a concealed kitchen fan. Go to Elica for more information.

Above: Photo by Frédéric Vasseur.

Above: Go to Elica for more information on the Star extractor hood.

Above: The stainless steel 3-speed, 40 watt halogen–lit Platinum model is a sleeker but no less stylish option. Go to Elica for specs.