If that is the look you like then I say go for it. A lot of people try to go with what the current trend is, because they think that's what they should do, instead of going with what their heart tells them to do.

Go with your heart.

There is a light gray tile floor in the kitchen already. Not looking to change it. What other factors?

Some pics might be of help. I love real natural cherry but not what most people think of as cherry that dark reddy brown