Hub gearing is nice,
however consider a 1x9 set up; especially for commuting.
It is simple, pragmatic and easy to take care of.
Have about 6k km on my 1x9 CkCx, with an 11-34 RD and 34 t chain ring. Run 42 mm
Marathons in summer and 37 mm W106 when there is ice/snow etc. I'm a FOG living in a very
hilly area, if the terrain were smoother or less rough roads would probably choose 38 or 40 chain ring.