Hello Shelley, Bar stools are often problematic... What's on offer with these types of chair in the design world often leaves much to be desired... I see them ruining a good kitchen over and over again, gaudy colours, ghastly design etc etc..... So.... What about introducing another element texture wise... Concrete is a fabulously versatile material... These chairs and bar stools would be lovely by Lyon Beton.. They are beautiful in design and really comfortable- I sat in them at 100% Design... Think they would look beautiful in your kitchen complimenting the metal elements and bringing an additional aesthetic that will "sit" perfectly!! : ) )Bar Stool..

Hi really love your kitchen - lovely mix of cool, contemporary clean lines with the dash of colour: fantastic! I can understand your dilemma wrt the dining area. I'd tend to echo many of the previous comments - I would go for a smaller, simpler mirror with a plainer (probably white) frame and then I think there are a few options on table & chairs. White would work well - both for table and chairs - and then I'd jazz it up with some orange cushions and a nice runner or table mats. Really liked the white (Ikea?) chairs proposed by Joanna Zygo here: And the table works too. Alternatively, I like the grey/wood table you proposed (the second one), although I wonder if the style is a little "chunky" - thinner, simpler lines may work best with your very sleek units. While I recognise the "dangers" other have flagged wrt using too much white, I really think it would work here, and would really accentuate the inspired use of the orange highlights. As it currently stands, with the mirror and chrome table/chairs, I don't really get the full impact of those gorgeous orange lampshades - and they should be the stars of the show!

Both of these stools are adjustable and would look rather sleek with your design. Beautiful kitchen by the way. One is a bit over your desired budget but may be worth it? Both from Wayfair. https://www.wayfair.co.uk/Bar-Stools-l59-c1804848-O86128~Grey.html Shannon

Comfort & design. We have the same as in the 2nd picture which are really comfortable to sit on and they look great too. So many we looked at especially with no back support whilst may look great are not that good to sit on for any length of time. When we have family/friends round they are more than happy choosing to spend an evening sat in the Eames style stool over our sofa. As we have an open plan kitchen/living/ dining area, we are also thinking of choosing a mix of colours in the same design to replace the chairs at our dining table.