When we built our kitchen/big room it was the 80's and country style was wallpaper, dark stain and lots of wood. We decided it was time to update what we have. I stripped wallpaper, painted trim, doors and cabinets. We added a lot more lighting, beadboard backsplash and quartz countertops. We moved the microwave off the counter to over the stove. We kept the other appliances, the slate floor and the big stainless sink that I love. It is amazing how different it looks.