Thanks. Based on earthy tones In your Splashback and bench top the cabinetry colour appears quite overpowering. How about 1/2 strength Dulux ecru which works with the other tones in the space (incl tone of Splashback and bench top)? The Haymes / Whitewash palette (no.2 or 3 perhaps another good choice). I was liking Dulux 1/2 strength Grand Piano but without knowing floor then it may come off too grey against yellow. Consider getting sample pot for 1/2 ecru and painting in corner shown in pic. Have you thought about painting cupboards? Handles... Based on profile of cabinets then consider range from Lek supply or Castella (look at their online products). Nothing too modern. Vintage pewter handles would suit profile.

I like your kitchen:) If it were mine I would change the countertop to light colored quartz with farmhouse sink - just me - I like light countertops and farmhouse sinks. There is nothing wrong with the dark counters. The microwave is too high for short me so I would put it on the counter below and turn microwave shelf into plate rail shelf - did that to my own microwave shelf. If the wood is in need of refinishing you may do so - hard work but worth it. However, the "orange" wood thing is really over done by people - wood is various shades of brown and has different undertones in different light. I never heard about the "orange" wood concern except on HGTV - where the intention is to get you to buy new products - and here. Try changing light bulbs to different kind or understand that the whole "orange" wood thing is a mare's nest and probably part marketing tool to get people to change out their cabinets. I would paint the walls. I would not paint the cabinets. You have a pretty and unique kitchen. I would hate to see it look like everyone else's. (Grey and white - see it over and over.) I like the cabinets, but if your are open to the dusting, a small area of open shelving would make a nice area to display items - give it your personality. You can also do that with the glass. Neither wood or granite is dated in my area of the country - see many new houses with both. Wood is probably also popular in Oregon. Also I was surfing Carmel Ca. on Zillow and most of the kitchens were wood - some Spanish or French country - very pretty and million plus dollar homes. I like the brushed bronze hardware like in this picture: Carmel kitchen:

Hi Sue, I think it would look amazing if you used some tiles with a bit of texture. The wood look tiles that are popular at the moment would be an example. If you chose a colour that toned in with your floor you would get a really nice cohesive look but with a bit of interest. I've attached a photo of a recent design of mine as an example. Just a suggestion!

There are two ways of doing the white walls. You could match the white cupboards if you know the colour or have a contrast. Either would be fine. Best thing to do is get colour sample charts to narrow your preference then get sample pots and paint on the walls to see how it would look. I really love Dulux Natural White. It has some warmth to it which would look nice back with the timber. Good luck. Post some pics when you are finished.