I think you need bar stools with some visual weight. Don't know what's behind them, but if you have room, consider stools with a back. There are beautiful french country/traditional ones at Ballard Design's online, however I bought a similar set at Overstock.com for much less $ ! I think the two tone (black/wood tone) would look nice with your finishes. Good luck - post a picture when you find the ones you like.

Hope this helps. I'm outside in the sun and can't really see it very well, but from what I cán see, I do think it works. But I hope it helps you to see if it is what you're looking for.

Kevin, I was wondering where you got them? They look really great in your space! We don't have children in the house, and my husband won't sit on them, so really they are just for aesthetic purposes and for when guests come over. But I like the tufted top on the ones in your photo.

Thank you all for your help... I went to the furniture store and now they are going to call me tomorrow to let me know if they will let me exchange since it is past three three day time frame. I have narrowed it down to these two stools. There are advantages and disadvantages to both. They both look much better with granite. They both look good with the granite as well. The backless gives more room and does not compete with other chairs but the other would be more comfortable and showy. The backless are not terribly uncomfortable though. Now to decide if I get to exchange. Thank you everyone!