You have a great opportunity to go eclectic. So using very modern and colourful elements for the kitchen - modern storage cannisters, a vase, lights, toaster, even mixer, you start to introduce shocks of colour and shape that jar with the expectations in a traditional kitchen. In this image see how the chairs just add a touch of cheek to cheer up the kitchen...

I had purchased hafele hob 10 months back... I got it serviced 6 times... Now i requested for replacement with new one... Still they have not attended my request...

what are the International wall texture brands available in India?

Sujithra, Please try to evaluate if your current refrigerator would be good enough for you for next 5 years. If yes, then 1-2 inches gap either side shall be fine. But if you foresee any likely change in near future for a bigger refrigerator it will be better if you plan for it now. I think your designer is making a provision for your future needs which IMHO is a good thing. Thanks Amit, Cornerstone Designs, Bangalore.