for 15 years old, its looking pretty good. if you are angling for something new, you might like a stainless hood.

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Thanks for the feedback. I wanted it to be as "timeless" as possible when we built it originally. We are going to be putting our house on the market in the next few years and I wanted to make sure it's as updated as possible. I think the idea of changing the lighting, barstools, possibly new backsplash and maybe range hood could make a subtle update.

I think that sounds like a good plan. Regarding selling in a few years, keep in mind buyers will most likely change whatever you do.

We agree. A new, lighter backsplash and a modern stainless steel range hood would make a huge difference. It'll keep the kitchen looking current enough to attract buyers, emphasize its already gorgeous features and leave enough room for changes if a new buyer wants to put on their own touches.

I think the kitchen is great -- not very "dated" at all. I think if you want to make it more modern without investing a lot, change out the detailed molding on the top of the cabinets and hood to a less ornate molding, and change the hardware to a chrome or brushed nickel in a more modern style. I agree that the backsplash would have the most impact. Try a glass subway tile in a light green or blue or even a lighter gray tone.

As others said, a lighter backsplash and new hood would really help. If you want to go even further maybe a lighter countertop too. The room just looks a little dark right now. And while granite is great, new buyers tend to steer more towards quartz now.

another vote for new (lighter) backsplash and a stainless hood vent. New bar chairs would be nice, but won't matter to the buyer. Also, I would LOVE to have your kitchen over mine!

I wouldn't spend much if you intend to sell in the next few years. A few years goes by quickly & no matter what you do the potential buyers won't necessarily like what you do anyway, every house that's been sold in my neighborhood the past few years has been remodeled by the new owners , regardless of condition.

Beautiful kitchen. Change the barstools or reupholster the seats, paint the gray walls white to match the trim, add undercabinet and overcabinet lighting or change the chandelier and pendants.

When you are ready to sell in a few years, what's fashionable will be much different from today.

You've gotten some great input so far. Changing the hardware on your cabinets is another way to update the look of the kitchen without making a huge investment. Here's a few ideas to get you started!

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Hardware…new pendants…new stools..

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What if you go a couple of shades lighter for the walls in the kitchen?

The wall colors aren't showing up very well in my photos. The kitchen is painted sort of a tan color. The dining room that you get a peek of through the doorway is painted a rusty/red. Our backsplash in the kitchen is "noche", so kind of a light tumbled stone. I never noticed it looked gray until a few people mentioned it. That's kind of funny!

Computer monitors are notorious for not showing true colors:)