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i would fill in the space above the dishwasher with cabinets, to balance the look. i would even consider swapping out that rangehood for a slide out built in one, and make that entire wall cabinetry around the window. As you would lose all your top cupboards if you remove the wall in between, you will most likely need additional storage. also, i think that building it all in, will actually streamline the look, as the rangehood does look a bit squashed in between the fridge and the window. i like isellev's idea of taking out the wall, but bookending with storage pillars. Very functional, and would look great i believe. you could even plan them so they can have some storage on both sides, so then they look nice from the living side, as well as being functional. good luck.

Thank you kooky_karen. Now I am thinking about putting together your idea of removing angled bench, putting L one after building a new wall as jbantick idea. Angled wall is internal and separates lounge room from family. I forgot about vinyls. Thank you for this reminder. We are older couple and it will make a lot easier to keep it clean. I will try to find ( any suggestions here?) best and beautiful vinyl with warm wood feel and look.

Don't get a white kitchen if you can avoid it at all costs. I love white kitchens, they're fresh and crisp looking and add light- don't get me wrong I love white however it won't stay white for long- I've had polyurethane white, thermoform white and now polytec white and they all start to yellow- mine is only 4 years old and the doors look cream not white- going through warranty claim atm. Rather pick a colour for your kitchen then repainted the walls again. Trust me you will regret white- only works in display homes and magazines. Good luck