If running the ductwork won't be an issue, I would go with an island hood :)

Should have mentioned that this is a ranch house, so easy access to the roof. Thanks.

I would remove the light box and replace with pendants.

Is the downdraft working for you? Decent hoods are expensive to install. I'm all about function so I am putting a lot of attention into the hood in my kitchen, but it depends on how you cook.

Lovely space to work with :) .

I think a hood would look great in that space!

Hood all the way! Downdrafts suck because they don't suck. ;-)

I think a hood would look great in that space!