I love single storey homes as they can look just as grand as double storey. I hope this extension and renovation went well! Would love to see some images.

Practical functional easy to clean kitchen ... I would bring colour & style in with things like bar stools & kitchen appliances ... It looks as though it connects into a living area ... That is where you can bring in your personality ... Great space along the top where clock is ... Again another space to colour with your style with art work ... If you have a free wall add in a kitchen type piece of furniture, that has open shelving... I think it is quite neutral & easy to inject personality without major changes to what is there.

There was a link to patterned splashbacks on houzz a few weeks ago. Perhaps do a search. You will have to live with this for a long time so think carefully if this is what you want as I feel this is an expensive trend which may be short lived. If you want to make a statement you may be better to choose an interesting tile or other textured aluminium effects.

hi I can only offer my kitchen as this kind of layout (3 planes with pantry behind) is my favourite! I'll go and find some