The minute I saw these I knew they were the ones after months of searching.  Our house is very contemporary but decorating was complicated by some heavy, traditional furniture including a leather couch which takes up a lot of the open space.  These stools were "light", comfortable, and complimentary to the decor.  They fit in perfectly with both the modern home and more traditional furnishings.  Added benefits were the sturdy construction and plastic caps to the legs.