I would like to know that as well

Yes it does look like "people" who purchase new kitchens for their homes still think that way. You dont know what circumstances those people are in order to ask a question like this.

By example,.. I am German and I live in the USA but i know I will not be here forever... Maybe something for you as a designer / business to consider and not to judge.

In my area, many higher end kitchens have 2-tone kitchens. Using two colors in a larger kitchen with a lot of cabinets can add variety and look great if done well. In my opinion, this kitchen looks great with the two tones and would look much less interesting if all the cabinets were one color. In regards to resale, stick with more neutral colors to appeal to a larger market. Also consider your area, the size of your kitchen and your target market.

Thank you, Rafprop. We are building a new home and I asked the builder to do the two different cabinets as I thought it looked more custom than just the "stock" kitchen. I also am doing a dark granite on the dark cabinets (wall) with a light granite on the white cabinets (island) to give more custom feel as well. The house is in a development and I'm trying to not have it look so cookie cutter. Builder is also on board with it, too.

I'm a visual artist and a designer. Personally, I think if it is well designed and aesthetically fits the home, it is an asset! - verses a poorly designed single tone kitchen. I am doing a combo - Grey painted and Walnut kitchen now. Should be a fabulous change from my tired pickled cherry.

Just an update - love my kitchen!!! The island does not look like cabinets but like a piece of furniture. It is exactly as I envisioned and I have gotten great compliments on it. One of my husband's employees even stated it looked like a model home. The white island also keeps the area bright and open.

Martha , I'd love to see a picture of your kitchen and Island!