Design Problems

Having finally got the first main set of stairs in place, our thoughts turned to the handrail and 'bannisters'. Which is where we have hit a problem. I retrieved the materials we bought for all of this some 3 to 4 years ago.

But, upon discusion of what I will have to do, the interior designer dropped her bombshell!  She now maintains that she never liked the ideas I/we had .... horrible, dreadful, will spoil the whole look of it!  Why this could not have been discussed originally before we bought the materials ........?

Having investigated some of the 'standard' handrail/bannisters available we've come to the conclusion that
a) we can't afford them ... 1800 euros
b) we/ the designer isn't convinced she'll like the finished look!

Compromise talks are ongoing.