Element Pulou Umukuka (Kitchen Hood) by Fabrizio Crisa is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Platinamu in Mamanu Masini Fale Competition Category.
PlatinamuMasini Fale· 2026
Element Pulou Umukuka (Kitchen Hood)
Client: Elica
A' Design Award Platinamu Winner in Masini Fale Category
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About Element Pulou Umukuka (Kitchen Hood)
O le Element o se pulou umukuka na mamanuina mo umukuka fa'aonaponei. O le tino e tu'ufa'atasia ai le tioata ma le u'amea uliuli fa'atasi ai ma pulea fa'apa'i pa'epa'e e susulu mai tua. E mafai ona fa'aopoopo se fata fa'aopoopo e mafai ona fesuia'i, e fa'atele ai le aoga o le pulou ma fa'afetaui i mana'oga eseese. O le moli e fa'asalalauina i luga o le ogaumu kuka, ma e mafai ona fetu'una'i le malosi o le susulu e ala i se gaioiga fa'apogisa (dimmer). O le mitiga i tafatafa e natia mai le va'aiga, ae o le feso'ota'iga Wi-Fi ma le Bluetooth e mafai ai ona fa'aogaina e ala i se polokalama (application), fesoasoani leo po'o pulea fa'alelima. O se afi filemu e fa'aitiitia ai le pisapisao a'o fa'aogaina.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award Platinamu
O le A' Design Award Platinamu na manumalo ai Element Pulou Umukuka (Kitchen Hood), o se faamaoniga matuā mamalu e tuuina atu i mamanu e moni lava ona ese, matagofie ma mataʻina. O ē manumalo i le Platinamu o mea ofoofogia o le faatufugaga, o molimau o tapulaʻa o le mafaufau fatufatuaʻi, ma e faaalia ai le tomai faapolofesa e le mafaatusalia ma le atamai o tagata mamanu. E faamoemoeina nei mamanu e avea ma galuega sili ona lauiloa e faamatalaina ai le matagofie o le vaitaimi, saunoa i le manuia o le sosaiete ma tuleia atu tapulaʻa o le faatufugaga, saienisi, mamanu ma tekonolosi. Element Pulou Umukuka (Kitchen Hood) e faaalia ai se tulaga maoaʻe o le lelei ma e leai se mea e fesiligia, e faia ai e le lalolagi se nofoaga e sili atu ona lelei i ona uiga aogā ma taua. Element Pulou Umukuka (Kitchen Hood) o se galuega na manumalo i le A' Design Award Platinamu e fafagu ai manaʻoga, faaosofia, faaoloa ai le fiafia, ma tupu ai le fiafia tele.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- The minimalist design, the combination of glass and black steel, and the backlit touch controls in white make the product design-friendly and in line with today's appliances. The additional shelf makes the cooker hood even more versatile and customisable, adapting to different customer requirements. The lighting is diffused over the hob and is adjustable in intensity thanks to the dimmer function.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- 1200 x 487 mm x 694-1289 mm
- Tags
- hood, shelf, dimmer, kitchen hood, Wi-Fi connectivity, Bluetooth, whisper-quiet motor, energy efficiency, modular design, remote control, auto mode, extended filter life, smart appliance
- Production Technology
- The Element hood by Elica is made using precise glass cutting and stainless steel bending. The components are assembled with welding and finishing for an elegant and functional design.
- Design Challenge
- The main challenge was blending cutting-edge technology with a clean, modular aesthetic. Achieving whisper-quiet operation required redesigning motor components within space constraints. Additionally, integrating Wi-Fi and Bluetooth systems that seamlessly communicate with induction hobs demanded advanced software and hardware coordination, all while ensuring easy maintenance and environmental sustainability.
- Research
- The research focused on integrating smart connectivity and noise reduction in kitchen hoods. Objectives included enhancing user interaction via apps and voice commands, improving energy efficiency, and prolonging filter lifespan. Methodologies encompassed electronic motor innovation, materials research, and user behavior analysis. Results demonstrated superior performance and user satisfaction, influencing smart appliance trends.
- Inspiration
- The Element hood is a perfect balance between tradition and innovation. Its essential lines recall classic forms, reinterpreted in a modern key. The invisible perimeter suction and integrated Wi-Fi technology highlight the focus on minimalist design, perfectly adapting to contemporary spaces while maintaining a clean and functional aesthetic.
- Project Duration
- The project started in november 2023 in Fabriano at Elica HQ, and was exhibited in Salone del Mobile in April 2024
- Operation Flow
- Users interact with Element via the Elica app, voice assistants, or manual controls. The hood auto-adjusts extraction power in real time by connecting with induction hobs via Bluetooth. Its whisper-quiet motor ensures minimal noise during use. Modular shelves can be added for customized storage, enhancing kitchen aesthetics and functionality.
- Patents
- P08042/EM
- Team Members
- Fabrizio Crisà
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