I think you need to paint the cabinets b

I'd go with a dark brown

Hi Libby, Consider painting the island either white or creme. I see the stove and dishwasher are in the white family so in the meantime until they get replaced, stay close to their color of "white". When you switch them to stainless it should still look nice. It's hard to see the actual back splash but again Ben Moore has some nice soft greens. You should get a couple of sample swatches from your local store. Soft Fern, Hint of Mint, Healing Aloe, Teal Light. These are going to seem very "drab" in comparison to the green you have going on. But they are a more subtle and sophisticated version of green. Regarding the back splash removal, if you like it, keep it. When you're ready to do new cabinets, or even new counter tops - then update the back splash. Good luck! Vicki

I think taking out the backsplash would be the best idea. Trying to decorate around that will be the problem. Once the backsplash is gone and the appliances all match in stainless the rest will be easy, as you will have so many options;)

aaaah warm cocoa or latte, sure wish my Miele coffeemaker would arrive;))

Why didn't the backsplash extend up to the cabinets??? Bad plan. The paint is fine, it's the BS that's causing the issue. I'd remove the BS and paint the whole kitchen in what ever color you like but use enamel paint. It's easy to clean and will tie the whole kitchen together. Oh no, now I also see that you have a 4" backsplash out of your counter material along with the shortened version of your tile backsplash. This drives Margo craZY.

Hahah leelee- YOU are the one with the 4" backsplash problem, I was waiting for you......

I think having BS in the kitchen would drive anyone crazy ;D

Perhaps a softer green wold still give you the feeling you were originally looking for? SW hearts of palm :)

The glass tile was existing. I gave it a year and am still unsure where to start. If I could totally have my way I'd rip out and do the back splash in the 2nd picture. I just don't want to rip it out based on my hate for the pea green paint. I love your comments, keep them coming.

I loved having a green kitchen....you just need the right green. I have used SW Hearts of Palm and loved it. It is a softer, but still vibrant green.

switch out those switch plates! order the colors you think are closet to the glass tile you have and find the right color : )
http://www.arnev.com/jeweled-tone-glass-switchplates.html
OR just google search for glass switch plates for a handful of other sites.
If I were you I would paint the room mayonnaise by Benjamin Moore and install some halogen under cabinet lighting so you're less dependent on those recessed fixtures.
Lastly, visit your local lighting store and ask about can-pendant kits; it converts your can light into a junction so you can install a suspended fixture.. would be nice over the island : )

Enjoy and good luck!

Ciara- I saw the converter kits and want them over the island. Thanks for confirming one of my ideas as good. ;)

Hmmm....isn't there another discussion going on regarding a wine fridge?

That was someone's Thanksgiving contribution, be nice.

Great taste in champagne and red...not a fan of white...the josh is exceptional for the price:)