I would also vote for KEF. The XQ and Reference series that I've heard from them in the past were phenomenal. Was never a fan of the old Q series but the newer ones seem to have advanced from when I listened to them. See if you can listen to both. I don't think you can go wrong either way.
IF you can stretch your budget or don't mind going used, take a look around for some 3 year old or so XQ or Reference speakers. They were IMHO some of the best sounding speakers I've ever heard. By comparison I thought the B&W's were more laid back which a lot of people like, but the KEF's were never overstated or understated.. if that makes any sense.
The old 205's were my fav, but the 203's and even the 201's if you're using a sub sounded amazing. Let us know and post some pics!