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I would seriously reconsider an exhaust ventilation system in modern, very airtight houses. You seal everything off only to drill a hole back in? That makes no sense to me (says someone who has always been in favor of exhaust ventilation). Definitely think about a small sink on the island! We have it and it is the most brilliant thing about the kitchen for me. Just think about how often you get in each other's way at the sink...

I would seriously reconsider exhaust ventilation in modern, very airtight houses. You seal everything up just to drill a hole again? Doesn't make sense to me (says someone who always preferred exhaust ventilation).

Definitely consider a small sink on the island! We have it and it’s the best thing about the kitchen for me. Think about how often you get in each other's way at the sink...

No, not a small sink but a large sink on the cooking island.

I can also seal the exhaust pipe as best as possible? Sure, you’re pushing out warm air, which will lead to higher heating costs. But with exhaust, you clearly get more cooking odors out than with the recirculation filter solution.

I would like to join in here with a question. Since the topic is currently about this. Our architect said that we could save on a range hood with exhaust air since we have a central ventilation system. Is that a bit too optimistic or does the central ventilation system ensure that the odors are properly removed?

We have a recirculating hood with a carbon filter. It has much more power than our old recirculating hood with those fleece filters. Additionally, the ventilation system. I would say exhaust air is not necessarily necessary or I can't imagine it getting any better.

If I remember correctly, there are exhaust systems that have a cover at the outlet. In other words, they are only open when they are turned on.

But with exhaust air you clearly get more cooking odors out than with the recirculation filter solution.

Definitely NO. I have to admit, the recirculation works better (with regularly changed filters) – even though I used to prefer exhaust air. But that was only because I found changing the filter annoying. (and still do)

does the central ventilation system ensure that the odors are properly removed?

It helps, but I would definitely treat myself to a proper exhaust solution anyway.

Definitely NO. I have to admit, the recirculation works better (with regularly replaced filter) – even though I used to prefer exhaust air. But that was only because I found changing the filter annoying. (and still do)

Contrary to my ideas. Everything I (or rather the ventilation, which in both cases is assumed to be equally strong) have to channel away odors must always be better than filtering them!? Because a filter can never filter 100% of the odors? 100% (by venting) > xx% by filtering

Just as disinfectant sprays "only" remove 99% of all viruses, fungi, and bacteria and never 100%