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Ok, I resolved this. If anyone has the same issue, here's my recommendation: the ST-M567 from the 1996 Shimano LX which is for 3x8 (or 2x8) gears but still was made for Canti brakes which means it works with road brakes (as levers designed for V-brakes will not work!):
The gear indicator can be removed easily, and then it's the smallest, least handlebar estate consuming shifter/brake combo that works well with a narrow-handlebar/riser equipped road bike setup. Much smaller than the only other alternative which would be the 1994 XTR (ST-M900), and with a very minimalistic, timeless shape I think, reminds me a bit of Paul levers.
Bars are going to be the Nitto B220 with the previously mentioned Controltech Terminator 2x20mm extensions so it's probably going to be 520mm in the end.
Hope thats helpful for someone.