Ryan I would avoid the concrete block bedsides, they are a very literal interpretation of industrial and I don't think they will go very well with that bed. I would suggest you go for a really dark charcoal grey feature wall, and I would consider metal framed window style mirror such as the one attached - ideally around the same width as your mattress ends up being or as close to that width as possible. I would use white brick or whitewash distressed plaster style wallpaper on the rest of the room. And if you felt up to it I would consider whitewashing your floorboards. Lighting - I would have 1 pendant on either side of the bed hanging down from the ceiling, so they are directly above the bedsides. You could either suspend from ceiling or fit them on little hooks or similar on the walls like the attached images. For bedside I would go for something a bit more like the attached image - black metal frame and warm wood. However its hard to advise as looking at the image of the bed, the bedhead is much wider than the bed and you don't really want bedsides that are wider than that bedhead or its going to look a bit odd. It will be a tight squeeze so something super slim that is same width as the bedhead (from bed to edge) or alternatively consider a floating shelf type bedside that sits above the bedhead. (depends on how much storage you need here or if its just to sit books on). And colour wise, definitely stick black, white, greys and maybe small hint of something like mustard/ochre or rust. Use bedding and throw pillows to add texture and layers. Enjoy!

Hello Joseph To satisfy most issues for sound transmission in apartments we usually use the Regupol E48 8mm Impact acoustic underlay. It complies with the NCC and exceeds most strata requirements. If you search for this product you can obtain from Regupol their product information sheet. You can speak to them on (02) 9820 1233 (Minto). They will be able to provide their test results and certification of their product for you depending on the installation. They will also be able to direct you to acoustic engineers familiar with this kind of query. Regarding an onsite test, there are a lot of variables that affect the sound result. For example, thickness of slab, whether there is plaster or a suspended ceiling (changes the result), insulation etc. It would help you to find this out as the test results hinge heavily on this, and the acoustic product tests by manufacturers have different products for different scenarios. Regarding your installer, there are a couple of things that will make or break the result. In order for any acoustic membrane to work, the flooring must be completely isolated from the walls and floor. That means a gap all round for expansion must be maintained and then covered with skirting up off the floor. We install skirting with a spacer between the floor and bottom of the skirt using some discontinued laminex samples as a minimum 2mm clearance is required. Again, the Regupol info sheet shows a diagram of this. Cheers

Hi munmun, take a drive around new developments in your area, or ask your builder for an address of a home under construction. Then you will see what you are signing a contract for. Make yourself aware of the building process. This is an exciting time, and it is a wonderful opportunity to know exactly how your home is built. Not just the pretty finished product, but the actual structure of your home. Timber is strong and will be good.

If new fitting is lighter than current would not that be ok? Completely different alternative but poss not your look ... one of those floor lamps that curves right up and hovers above. Could sit in the corner. Just thinking outside the box. Still think a really light weight pendant may do the trick. Good luck.