As for paint color, I would suggest a gray so it matches the adjoining rooms.

Sherwin Williams has a paint color called Kilim Beige it is the color that matches every color on the color you can not go wrong with that color. It will also go perfect with your kitchen. They are having a sale Nov. 8 thru 11th. 40 percent off.

I used BM Hush in our kitchen. Also have oak cabinets. Kilim Beige had too much pink tones in it. Having same problem trying to find living room colors. Not having fun!

http://houzz.com/photos/125770
Example of non-prison gray kitchen walls.

I am planning on changing the hardware as well just haven't got there yet. And the microwave is on the counter because it's too deep to fit in the space. I haven't found one yet that works. Thanks everyone for ur comments. Keep them coming. I appreciate it

Meghanalissa do u know if there is any way to find out the name of the color in that kitchen? I'm new to this site so I'm not sure

I put the picture in my Sherwin Williams app and it says it's SW 7018 Dovetail. I'll see if I can find a paint chip to upload for you.

http://houzz.com/photos/1008485
Here it is used in another room so you can see it with more decor.

http://houzz.com/photos/473890
And another so you can see it's very versatile.

I'd also purchase a basket to put your bread in. It helps make it look more organized and you can still have easy access to your bread. Good luck! Looking forward to seeing the finished product.

Yes I have many little project I want to do once we are settled. U have a keen eye

Dove gray from backsplash.

And you think that color would be ok with the oak cabinets? I'm assuming it would take in the brown colors? In the cabinets and countertops

Browns would be too boring. I would change hardware to brush nickel pulls. And stain cabinets darker . Remove items from refrig. Keep it simple.

Put micro wave in cab above it. You need yr counter space.

Put bread ect. In a drawer. Keep counters free for work space. Which you have very little of.

I see micro wave won't fit. Get a new one at Walmart or target very inexpensive. And will help your look. With a small area better to keep uncluttered. Paint will not solve the problem of clutter.

Thx Travis. Appreciate your feedback. Like I said we r just getting settled so there is lots of clutter right now lol.

I am planning on leaving the cabinets that color for a while but will be changing the hardware. Meghan suggested a wall color of the dovetail and it's really nice. In your opinion do u think it would look good against the oak?

Please post another view of the kitchen and I can "paint" the walls in the Sherwin Williams app.

2 more views. Lighting isn't the best tho

Wall

Hi...we were just choosing our color of the week for next week and right away we though a gray would be fantastic in your kitchen. Here are some gray's from Benjamn Moore that might work nicely in your kitchen: http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/taostaupe#ce_s=2111-40 They also have some coordinating colors that may work nicely as accents. Perhaps even painting one wall in your kitchen a gray might be enough. If these are too dark going a little lighter might be good too. Hope this helps!

Now that I can see the rest of the kitchen.... I suggest one darker gray wall and the others a matching lighter gray. Also, are you in the market for a new table and chairs? A new set will make a huge difference.
Lighting; I'll need to find some suggestions but I would definitely choose different fixtures.

Congrats on your new home by the way!

Do you prefer modern?

http://houzz.com/photos/2671978

This is such a fun light!!

http://houzz.com/photos/520703

I also suggest painting your pantry door as it stands out so much being white it's the focal point.

http://houzz.com/photos/369863

Another lighting fixture

Thx Meghan. I appreciate it. Is there a site that I can upload my photos and try paint colors? Which wall would I suggest going darker? We will little by little get new furniture/fixtures when we have the budget figured out. I am definitely liking the color u suggested as well as the Benjamin Moore one another person suggested. I will probably paint a couple swipes of each color to see which I prefer.

http://houzz.com/photos/6536283

As for budget, if you're like myself and prefer to find the best possible deal, check out eBay! I just purchased a light for $21 including shipping and just have to spray paint the fixture from gold to black. I also suggest craigslist or auctions for furniture.

The app I use to paint rooms is Sherwin Williams ColorSnap.

If you like the modern type of design I would check out Ikea. They are very reasonably priced.

Grey would pull your backsplash out a bit. I would make sure it is a warm grey, not cool. Otherwise it tends to look blue or silver in some lighting.

I would have cabinets painted by a professional a very light cream with hint of grey- like maritime white by Benjamin Moore- change the hardware- hardware resources - and paint the room at "Revere Pewter" historic Benjamin Moore color

And change oven etc to stainless - that's if you want to change entire look - the back splash could be changed too

Regarding the microwave; if you want to keep the one you have, it may help to get an oak shelf that is deep enough for your microwave, and stain it to match the cabinets. Screw it to the floor of the shelf that is in there, and your appliance will be off the counter. I love the gray paint suggestions. I used gray in my kitchen, too. Changing out the cabinet pulls will make a big difference. I wouldn't paint the cabinets - wait to see how you like the easy changes first.

I would also put a large vase/sculpture/art piece above the pantry door. It will emphasize that great high ceiling. And, I would put more substantial pieces over the sink area. But, you probably already know that. If you are itching to paint something, you could look into getting your appliances all done in a gray to give them a different look. I'm thinking a deep gray, but I don't have any specific color to suggest. I had a harvest gold stove done once, and it came out looking like a brand new piece. I didn't have any trouble with the paint wearing off, as I had it done by a professional, and was WAY cheaper than new appliances!

I have similar cabinets, moulding, and countertop color. I painted my kitchen, family room BM Honeymoon. I love it! If the backsplash can be changed. I think it would work well.

A more modern version of meghanalissa's globe light suggestion: Verner Panton Style :)

Get a chance to paint yet? Looking forward to seeing the progress :)

No paint yet. Still haven't been out to get samples. My kids r keepin me busy. But I did get new hardware and love it. Hopefully find paint samples soon

What about Benjamin Moore Taos taupe? I still wanna check out the revere pewter

The new hardware looks great! Slowly but surely it will all come together :)

Grey. Will work with your tile and the plum red that you want to keep.

Any other suggestions for greyish brown paint? Hoping to pick up samples soon

Powder Horn (Para ) is med/dark grey brown. Have done my dining, living, family room and bathroom. Guess I really love it!

Would it work in kitchen with oak cabinets

I'm not a designer but I always think oak loves a green shade....hmmmmmm, The Powder Horn, of course, has subtle colour changes throughout my house. A light siver/.brown my friends have used is Revere Pewter....not much colour but really safe and pretty. I'm trying to do a cranberry colour in my dark bathroom and have spent about $100 on testers and test sheets........still not sure.Wish I had hired a designer!