DesignNJ-Dec23Jan24-Digital Issue

TRUE CUSTOM FIXTURES FOR YOUR KITCHEN
Ramona Panus and her son, David Podwyszynski, are at the helm of
New Jersey’s premier custom range hood company, Fair Lawn-based
RangeCraft. Panus, co-owner and president, and Podwyszynski, coowner
and operation manager, understand better than most that a
high-quality range hood is essential in any well-designed kitchen.
Since RangeCraft was founded half a century ago, there have been
countless changes in the industry. Perhaps the most notable difference
that we’ve observed over the years is the breadth of knowledge
our clients bring to the selection process — they’ve become more
sophisticated, and they’re often seeking more complex designs. In
response to that need, RangeCraft has been steadily working to
perfect our craft and maintain our position as the nation’s leading custom range
hood manufacturer.
Too often the word “custom” is thrown around loosely in this industry. Consumers
are bombarded with a wide variety of options that are similar to those of a custom
hood. But many companies dictate the look or size of the range hoods they offer their
customers. That, by definition, is not custom. RangeCraft is one of only a handful of
companies that still makes each piece to order. We give our clients creative freedom
to design the hood they want without restrictions. Every hood we make is built from
scratch and fabricated exactly to the specifications provided.
The artisans at RangeCraft use Old World techniques in crafting our range hoods.
We pride ourselves on both aesthetics and functionality, and we’re closely involved
in the design of every element of our products. That sets us apart from the many
LEFT: This Baroque-style hood has a brushed stainless-steel finish with mirrored brass
accents. It was made for a project by John Starck Jr. of Showcase Kitchen & Bath in
Manhasset, New York. Photo by Creepwalk Media
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