I really like the idea of G plan round table. I got one myself a few years ago, but paired it with ikea's take on Ghost chair for a more modern look http://www.ikea.com/gb/en/products/chairs-stools-benches/chairs/tobias-chair-transparent-chrome-plated-art-20115038/ Also I love mid century style, so keep buying Nordlux lamps, like Nordlux Gu10 Bali Metal Dimmable Touch Control Plug In Wall Light, White https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B005OJRJ9W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_iLRBybX82QS5T

Hi, this article basically says to go for the thickest underlay you can afford, which is pretty much the same advice my Dad gave to me when I first bought a carpet. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/interiors/jeffhowell/3346381/On-the-level-can-I-insulate-my-floors.html

I know what you are saying. I've taken pics of them both on our old cutlery drawer (ignore the grubby marks!). What do you think? Our old kitchen knobs pronounced further than the mushroom ones actually. I think the HB ones are nice but my favourite ones are still the AM - we've gone over budget on so many things already but I dint want to get the hardware wrong as it is so important.

Oh dear it’s an easy road to go down. I found every time I went into a different store I would light on something new but you have to reign yourself in. I often always come back to my first choice so follow your gut instincts. I suggest you sort them into colours/tones such as natural wood, dark wood, grey, pale. Think about the flooring along with the colour of your kitchen and walls and try to build up the whole picture. Question whether you need a light or dark floor for light levels, reflective or Matt surface. Do you want it to show dirt easily (who does?!) or are you not bothered. Any colours that you are not drawn to, get them out of your selection to narrow things down. Once you are closer to a decision request bigger samples and try and view them with different light daytime, nighttime and artificial light. Best of luck!