I don't think it would be because of the marbling in the floors. However, look at cherry cabinets. I've seen that combo together and it gives a very rich look. For something more contemporary, a light maple is pretty with those floors.

Hi Jacqui no worries. you are correct with regards to the kitchen being number one place to be, it is the hub ,everyone gathers around whether you are cooking a meal or preparing coffee- so it has to present well. it also has to function with good accessibility for the users, carrying a hot cup of tea from one end of a galley kitchen past a teenager flinging open a fridge door followed by the pantry can be quite a trick. another area which needs attention is that the kitchen must be robust, don't neglect spending money on good fittings ie draw runners which can take the weight. trying to think thru a project whether big or small can be quite daunting but the same factors affect the outcome as mentioned previous. Scope or what is to be included , how do you demonstrate your wishes kitchen designer, builder or cabinet maker define needs as opposed to wants and be clear on your objectives budget or cost, factor in the cost of fittings time , how will this affect the inhabitants does it need to be done quickly , can you live with no benchtop for a week or a functional kitchen for a month. just a few things to think about when contemplating your next reno. most of all enjoy the experience - you will have something to talk about when next standing in your kitchen contemplating the good old times.. The benchtop which had a deep gouge, the cupboard door which hung off a broken hinge.. That unsightly orange laminate the brown tiles. take care Garreth

Sorry to keep you waiting. Busy as crazy doing another bathroom in the house. Hopefully the last for a while. Yes it is paint behind the vanity. After much deliberation I went ahead and painted it. It is easily wiped down for any accidental splash back but unless your bathing in your washbasin there’s hardly ever any The floor tiles, and in fact all the tiles are from Moorabbin Tiles. Polished porcelain. Thank you for your kind feedback

Serene, I believe your ceiling is ok, You don't need to go full height, there is a lot of ways to design kitchen for a high ceiling. Seems like yours is more than 3m high. Why not put some potted plants above the overhead cabinet? It can be fake plants, nobody will notice the dust if its high on the top. On your other question, I prefer Washing Machine to have a proper tub to soak shoes or really dirty towels, so if you can build another roof to boundary fence OPTION D like your sample photo, it will be most ideal. In Malaysia, its hot and humid, and lots of rain, so having a shelter that allows you to air the clothes is best.