My kitchen was small with low ceilings, a tiny island and laminate cabinets, it had 12" ceramic floor tiles for a backsplash and dark Wilson Art counter tops: I removed the bar between the kitchen and breakfast room, relocated pantry and refrigerator, opened up ceiling to allow for pendant lights and doubled the size of the island. Upgraded all appliances, new solid wood cabinets, added granite and new backsplash, added 3" shutters and wood trim to all windows. WHAT DO YOU THINK?