Thank you!

I agree about open shelving, actually. Honestly, the shelves were a later addition to the design. Without them, the kitchen looked unfinished, but another upper cabinet in that location would block sight lines and light. They're more to balance the space (and will be places for decor/photos, etc) rather than kitchen supplies.

I like option 3 as long as the shelf is at the same height as the top of the tiles under the cabinets

I would vote for 1 or 2 (only if 2 had tile under the cabinets on the far wall)

If that door on the back wall is to a pantry IMOit needs to be either the blue or wood that is used for the rest of the cabinets , I think a pantry is just a big cabinet . As for the tile I have to agree the open shelving is a not go for me in a kitchen except maybe one shelf over a coffee bar. I like art in a kitchen and that would hvae been a perfect spot fo a nive large piece .There is no symmetry in the space that I can see so why worry about it now . As for the bcksplash IMO to the bottom of the cabinets and that same height everywhere . I sure hope these pics are just renditions since I see no lighting

You may have beautiful views out of that window near your table? However, you could do wall cabinet uppers, and not significantly impair the view. For me, if I were to walk into this kitchen, I would never buy this house – because it is so lacking in storage space. Unless, of course, that door is to a Butler’s pantry that has tons more space or something.

Option 2 is a great option that would really elevate your space! Tile to the ceiling always makes a room feel larger and can also create a more elegant feel. If you are worried about too much tile, option 1 would be the next best option. I would recommend making sure the bottom of the highest floating shelf and hood end up at the same height for symmetry across the kitchen.

I know you didn’t ask… but I’m with swapping for cabinets suggestion, as well. I doubt it will impact light and view too much. Shelves can be a lovely accent but not in place of cabinets, imo. That said, I like Option 2.

plan 3....regard that as a ledge...not so much a shelf.....but the depth and use is discretionary. At this point in your project one assumes you've calculated storage needs...looks like two walls are pretty full of cabinets so keeping actual cabinets off this wall is a value for light and view in the reduction of mass of cabinets. just the one ledge.