Thanks. So, you could have access to a external tap garden near by? You could put some small irrigated vertical gardens in this space and plant out some grasses or low growing or cascading plants. This option will require some thought to the wall structure and allow the water to drain away and keep the wall space relatively dry. The other could be (the photo is not good to see) run horizontal wires internally in a set spacing you desire on the timber cladded wall. Then, plant outside in that corner (in ground or in a large pot) and grow a climbing plant (star jasmine or similar) and train it to grow on the wires you set inside that space. This will tone down some of the hard materials and add some softness... Just a thought!

We went for a 70 cm induction stove top which works well - bit more space than 60 but doesn't eat up as much bench space. Our space was limited too, and we wanted to maximise both bench tops and storage. I'd go for an under cupboard range hood and us the above space for some more storage - besides it streamlines the look. I personally like a sink and a small one - using the small one for vegetable washing and smaller washing up works well for us. Our space (and the necessity for two corner cupboards) meant that we had to have a small dishwasher - Bosch 45cm wide (several brands make them). It works really well if you have space issues.

i suggest that the best, not necessarily the cheapest option, is to have a glazier remove and replace with a "slab?" of plain glass splashback at the same time

You need to consider if you have a gas or electric cooktop. Zenolite can be applied behind a direct heat source with an allowance of 50mm between the rear edge of the cooktop and the face of the Zenolite for all electric induction cooktops. For gas cooktops, there must be a 200mm space. If you are using an electric cooktop then consider the extra expense for Zenolite Hard Coat which is more resistant to scratching, and check how this product pricing compares with glass. Make sure your installer knows how many powerpoint cut-outs are needed when pricing. https://www.allplastics.com.au/architectural-building-plastics/zenolite-splashbacks?gclid=Cj0KCQjwqsHWBRDsARIsALPWMEP75_QMk17Fx3X57ROmj_wiGqY2si9dKbts6CCnW92vn8mtKtv4pjUaAghVEALw_wcB Best of luck with your new kitchen, Dr Retro of Dr Retro House Calls