I'd open it above like a 'pass-through' and bring the table out in front of it with a bench under the opening.

Sophie, Patricia you are right cleaning the crystals would be a hell of a job. Hence I would like to look at designs like the other pic I attached which is I believe from the e.ion range of Falmec. As I have mentioned before this is a second chimney. The primary chimney hood is above my gas job in the kitchen countertop and is the main and daily area for cooking. This is the secondary area which I plan to use for some quick heating, occasional stir fry etc. The pendant chimneys that I have come across in brands like Elica and Falmec do not require ducting. The filter needs to be changed every 6 months or more. With my kind of usage I am assuming I would need to change it even later. What I am looking for is different brands which have pendant chimneys. Right now I am only aware of Elica and Falmec. I know Siemens and Bosch don't have it. Siemens has 2 models which are like a flat rectangular panel to be attached to the ceiling or false ceiling. But the cost is same as the Falmec chimney. My only respite may be the cylindrical Isola chimney models from Faber or even Hafele which are ip within budget.

Purvi, false ceiling is not a necessity. The kind of light fixtures depend on the overall theme. If you have sufficient ceiling/wall lights you can use them for lights if extra lights are required then rafters, panelling, conduit wiring are some of the options. Thanks, Nitin Cornerstone Designs, Bangalore.

Mayarao, These are functional lights, don't expect too much of look from these. You may want to go for a higher wattage though. Thanks, Amit Cornerstone Designs, Bangalore