A subwoofer (or two) paired with stand mount speakers is nicely flexible.
I have recently built a system from scratch and have paired a set of Fritz Carbon 7 SE Mk2 speakers with a single F12SE Rythmik Sub.
Rythmik Subwoofers: https://www.rythmikaudio.com/
Fritz Speakers: http://fritzspeakers.com/
The powered sub (s) relieves a lot of burden from the power amp.
I went with a Van Alstine SET 120 Control Amp to start with, but then added a Van Alstine Transcendence 10 Tube Preamp when I got the sub. I run the signal from the preamp into the sub, then using the "High Pass Filter" from the sub, I go back to the power amp, which drives the speakers.
AVA: https://avahifi.com/
I'm very happy with this system and you might enjoy reviewing those brands.