A nice plant - or two ?

Tiling the floor could be very beneficial. Use a large, rectangular floor tile (e.g. 30x60cm) and lay them with the widest part across the kitchen, rather than along the length. This should give the impression that your kitchen is wider than it looks. Also, because the space is relatively small and you'll be using large tiles, the cost should be very minimal.

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I love the green too Jeanette. Have you thought about painting the cupboard doors so they're a bit lighter and/or changing the work surface which is quite matt and dark? Corian surfaces are lovely and come in a moulded 'block' so they give the illusion of more space

How about replacing the tiles? Either go for green tiles, or paint the wall behind and then have a clear glass splash back over the top?

Have you considered changing your lighting? LED daylight bulbs are particularly effective in changing the mood of a room, especially kitchens/bathrooms. If you already have downlights its any easy swap.

How about taking out the top cupboards and putting up open shelving?

We agree with some of the above tips - for a quick fix, painting the cupboard doors and changing your lighting could do wonders!

You could put in reflective tiles and paint above in green. Add some growing herbs and accessories such as tea towels and oven gloves.

Hi Jeanette,

I would paint an horizontal strip over the tiles (same width as the width of your green wall more or less) with the same green color. I would also add some shelves above the sink where you could add a few (not too many) green items or green storage baskets and maybe a small kitchen garden with green herbs to use in your cooking.

I would also change the cabinet handles for more stylish ones (not necessary expensive ones).

And why not adding a curtain or a blind in a bold green you could shut at night?

Good luck!

Why not put some green plants out fruit bowl really make it nice

You could try squashing a few peas on the work surface for a green effect. Add ketchup if too green.

Sometimes a mirror splash back can add a lot of space and light. Only works though if you don't have too much clutter on the worktop.

I agree with the comment about limited contrast. If you could find ways to get the main palette to simple whites and a mid to dark grey, the greens would really pop.

Alternatively, you could consider changing the existing, plain white tiles for a glass splashback - either in a vibrant green or neutral grey, or a splashback with an image through it - think your apple chopping board (??) or a grand scale!! View here for some inspiration...