It might help if you posted a picture of your kitchen

sorry I thoughtI did. thank you .

You need your kitchen color to compliment those cabinets... I would warm that way up! Plus it will really highlight your beautiful crown molding which is just lost with the white...Go closer to the color of the backsplash...

That would be my suggestion....

Another thought…paint the kitchen door the same dark gray as the dining room.

Try a color with a value halfway between those of the dining room (dark) and living room (light).

And upgrade your lighting!

Yes, the white is certainly very stark. A galley style kitchen needs a lighter, warmer color to keep it from being too closed in.. I am a big fan of yellow and peach tones.. would either of those work with the cabinetry and wall tiles?

Have you ever considered painting the kitchen cabinets?

Yes, the backsplash is___________. If you ever decide to change the backsplash don't bring the tile out to the front of the counter.

If you plan to keep the kitchen backsplash yes, a warmer color to make those cabinets glow will make you really happy. And the tile around your fireplace is that similar to your backsplash? Something warm in your kitchen.

These come to mind with warm brown cabinets. I agree they will make your molding stand out while still working with your backsplash.

No, but you can paint the tiles, at the corner, the white of the walls.

Preparation

As with most painting jobs, preparation is the key to success. To prepare tile for painting:

• Clean Tile: Clean the tile to remove any dirt, mildew, or soap scum using an abrasive bathroom cleaner. After cleaning, wipe the surface down with a clean, wet sponge to remove any residue, then allow the surface to dry thoroughly.
• Sand Tile: Lightly sand the tile with fine (180-220 grit) synthetic grit sandpaper, such as silicon carbide or aluminum oxide, to take the gloss off the glazed surface. An orbital sander will do a faster and better job than hand sanding.
• Remove Dust: Wipe down the surface with a damp cloth to remove any dust and allow to dry before painting.

Painting

There are two painting options for tile:

1. Latex Paint: Apply one to two coats of a bonding primer that’s made to adhere to surfaces such as tile. Allow the primer to dry for the recommended time, then follow with two topcoats of acrylic latex wall paint.
2. Epoxy Paint: Apply two coats of a two-part epoxy paint that’s made for tile and other hard to paint surfaces, such as Rust-Oleum Tub & Tile. Follow the directions carefully, and allow the recommended drying time before using. The colors available for epoxy paint may be limited.

I think the only thing worse than not-so-great-looking tile is painted not-so-great-looking tile. Tell me—rather, show me—JudyG, where you’ve done that (painted tile, that is) and achieved a beautiful result. I gotta see it to believe it!

The white paint in the dining room is really white. I don't know why white paint in an adjoining room would be any different. Seems you need them to flow since the rooms are connected. Look back at your kitchen picture and you can clearly see the whites match. That should be a good thing.

The last thing you need to worry about is matching the backsplash color!

The white looks fine, flows with the dining room, and it does work with your cabinets. Please, no peaches, or yellowy tones with your cabinets. It will all blend together, and wont look good. I agree, on painting the backsplash. It is the one thing in your kitchen, that actually goes with nothing. Once it is all finished, it will all look good. Enjoy it.