IF you do you might consider adding beadboard around the island esp. on the back to make it more interesting. We might need more pictures of the backsplash from another angle to help you better. Also can you give us more info on what your trying to accomplish?

Nay. White just a trend. change the wall color instead.

I’m a sucker for white. Timeless & classic. Bead board, too. I also vote for molding with a rope trim.

I think white might be really nice--the color of the door and trim seems to go well and I'd start with trying to match those for my first sample run.

The backsplash might give you trouble though. It's a bit...bossy.

White cabinets would look nice in this kitchen! Thanks for sharing!

I would leave the cabinets and paint the wall. Maybe a color. There is absolutely nothing in the kitchen to make one want to go in and sit and have a cup of coffee. It does look like you havent moved in yet, so there is nothing personal around, and that may be part of the problem. Maybe get your stuff in there, and then re evaluate it.

Just an update...ended up painting the cabinets white.

I often prefer wood color cabinets but think this looks really wonderful! Thanks for the updated pics. Do you love it?