Ta heaps, Jodes. 2 years post reno and we’re still lovin‘ it - it’s so practical and easy to clean. I’d have yours any day too btw. You’re lucky to have a sparkie on tap. We don’t. Our cabinet maker threw in the strip lighting. I thought it was a nice but unnecessary extra; something I wouldn’t have asked for. But like you, I’m so glad it’s there - no working in your shadow. It’s brilliant. An absolute must in any future kitchen reno now. The MW is good but a bit impatient - it beeps too much! We had a 20yr old Sharp carousel, so the new one was a bit of a tech leap. It‘s pretty easy to get used to. We use the combo function a lot, and the rice program does a great job. Wish it cleaned itself tho! Since seeing your fridge, I’ve been on alert every time ours makes a weird noise, hoping this is it - bang - ceased motor. New fridge! Keep us updated about your window coverings. It’s a lovely looking home. You and your hubby have done really well. :-)

I'm so sorry you are having trouble! I love that you went for colour but the wall colour isn't right, changing this would be a massive improvement in regards to the colour scheme - cheaper than changing the tiles too and I'm assuming you loved these..? A cool neutral would be perfect, it will compliment the turquoise and compliment the warmth of the timber, stark white of the cabinetry and even pull in those (in my opinion) lovely pendants! Here are some suggestions but definitely get test pots! https://www.dulux.com.au/colour/whites-and-neutrals/popular-neutrals#!/colour/dulux_dulux_26174 https://www.dulux.com.au/colour/whites-and-neutrals/popular-neutrals#!/colour/dulux_dulux_26028 https://www.dulux.com.au/colour/whites-and-neutrals/popular-neutrals#!/colour/dulux_dulux_26045 Best of luck!

The front of your home looks like homes in Las Vegas, Nevada. Are you more interested in a bathroom along these aesthetics? In Australia the bathroom you have shown would be a very common look. If you are staying in the home for a length of time, and your budget meets your wishes. Then change it to whatever you would feel more comfortable with.

PS - Get a La Pavoni europiccola, Elektra Micro Casa A Leva or Olympia Cremina coffee machine. They have half the footprint of your current one. I have a Cremina and love it, but the Micro Casa is a lot cheaper and very pretty. The La Pavoni is the poor cousin, but if needs must. Lever machines are much easier to use and cheaper to maintain than a pump machine like your current one. Solid state technology does not wear out. My cremina is 50yrs old and the only thing I've replaced on it is seals (5min DIY job)