Out of the 3, I like White Star. Does it seem to have a pale green to it? I hope so, it would be a fresh look. I would put a radius on the end of the peninsula, if there is room to pass. I'd hide the garbage can, get a new eye- catching faucet and larger sink. I know the dish towels are just drying, but I wouldn't cover up your nice stainless ovens. Perhaps relocate the wall phone to a small counter phone. A roman shade in a light cotton or linen,mounted right under the crown molding would look great and cover the solar shade. Declutter the countertops, limiting the items to a coffee maker and perhaps 2 other items. I think it will look like a new kitchen! Post pictures after, please!

The darker the bench colour, the more marks it will show. We have a stone benchtop - a white with small flecks of grey and beige through it - easy to maintain.

Personally, I think the black will blend in seamlessly. You should check out Unios; they have a great range of black lighting options that will really fit that modern aesthetic.

If these will be your task lighting for working on the bench, check to see that whichever you choose gives you enough light to work safely for food prep.