Cooking without an extractor hood?

[Ahleckz]

We’re putting a new kitchen in, and for purely aesthetic reasons I’m considering getting rid of the extractor hood. It won’t quite fit where I want my new range and would look better without it. The kitchen designer suggested getting rid, but I’m not convinced…
Will my house smell awful, all the time, and will my walls be covered in grease?

Or, can I crack the window open and live a grease free existence whilst tempting my neighbours with my delicious culinary scents?

Not having to replace the sodding bulbs also has to be a plus…

So, has anyone got rid?

 

[Ahleckz]

Thanks for all the feedback. We've decided to get one.

The trend at the kitchen shops we've been looking at seems to be huge glass things which are horrible. She also hates the 'chimney' style ones but quite likes the look of a simple bar one (https://ao.com/product/ch9t4bxuk-hisense-chimney-cooker-hood-stainless-steel-83424-5.aspx this looks like it'll pass her test!).

I think the feeling is that there's a reason they are there, and opening a window isn't a true replacement. Mainly concerned about steam rather than grease. Plus, there's a slight concern around carbon monoxide.