Was reading back over earlier comments and it's funny because most of you guys like either the black or copper. LOL. Now no-one likes the black :o( I know most of you like the bronze - but I really don't. Sorry! Antique brass is nice but can't see to find any of the knobs I like in that tone as they only do the bronze or brushed brass/silver/matt black. Thought I was doing well to narrow the choice down but now you have all thrown me, LOL. trouble makers ;o) The reason I wanted black is because I didn't want handles at all. Thought this would be a discreet way of making them look less obvious. The shaker style looks beautiful and for me, better without handles but that wasn't an option for this style of unit I chose so I have to have them. I think if I don't go for black then I might have to go for silver (brushed or burnished if I can find any). Something I didn't want - but actually it will tie in with the rest of the appliances and then not clash with whatever splash-back I choose?

To be honest having an induction or a gas depends a lot on the person and your cooking style. Induction is definitely easier to clean and maintain and it heats up much quicker. It is also safer for homes with children since you won't burn, there is just residual heat from the pots. But, it is not advisable for people who have pacemakers because of the magnetism. And in terms of cooking, it is probably not the best for Asian foods, since you need the woks to have the heat from fire, or if you are doing chapatis, etc. Another things, is that you need to change all your pots and pans for special ones, iron pots are fine. Personally, I find it easier to clean but it doesn't make rice the same way, there is a slight difference in the final result, so for me it is great but I find foods cooked on fire get a better taste (that is just my personal opinion). Still I prefer the convenience of an induction hob. And for the installation, you'll need your electrician to install it for you. Contact the electrician before buying to check what sort of electric works you'll need, and what hob feed is better for your kitchen. Good luck

One more thing to think about (sorry!) - you don't have to have all the same handles on every single door and drawer. Some might merit a longer pull, some a shorter one, some a knob rather than a bar pull. It's best for them to all come from the same range so the finish is the same though. Just have a look at some of your inspo pics and pay attention to the handles - are they all exactly the same?? Sorry I know there's a gazillion decisions to be made, but 40 pulls is a lot - maybe and uppers chould be knobs instead to lighten the visual load, add a bit of interest and make it look really intentional?

Your doors are almost shaker, it’s just the bow at the top that’s a little different. How do you feel about getting them painted in a more modern colour? It will make a huge difference. You can then change the knobs for brass or whatever finish you like to update them. I think the first picture is lovely.