Turn on the lights, remove the clutter, and take more pics. Off the top of my head, new lighting, new paint, new backsplash and replace the white bar stools.

I am in love with my mirrors and table though

if you want to keep the strong contrast beween walls and ceiling I would invest in a ceiling recessed lighting plan...the contrast makes one notice the older fixtures. a good lighting plan is money well spent. I would add hardware to the cabinets. Beyond these things what kind of budgeted monies are you talking about ?? I like the oak cabs.

What is your budget to update? It is hard to help you when you provide NO INFORMATION OF WHAT YOU WANT AND WHAT YOU CAN DO.

Since you provided no budget nor guidelines, then I will suggest need new cabinets which meet the ceiling, replace the popcorn ceiling with smooth, install canned lights, new sink, faucet and appliances, new flooring. Price tag $30-50k depending on your choices.

I have no clue what your budget is and what your goals are. So please give some more info.

However,

I’d start with :

new flooring.

And new island. Or at least new island countertop

New lighting.

New (and more!) lighting would make the biggest immediate positive change.

1) Add cabinet hardware, stat.

2) Consider painting the dark walls a lighter shade.

3) Repaint the stools (and maybe the dining set) in a coordinating color - the bright white is very contrasty right now.

4) Maybe add a colorful rug or runner.

5) Keep the adorable Snowman and Furbaby photobomber :-)

https://www.familyhandyman.com/list/how-to-install-cabinet-hardware/

https://www.familyhandyman.com/article/how-to-paint-furniture-tips/

Your floor is a very busy, strong pattern. To make those chairs work, you need a large rug under your dining set that has creams, taupes, tans, neutral colors is a soft, quiet pattern. Or even a plain rug. The mirrors have to go.

I installed led lights in my kitchen ceiling that look like can lights and they made a huge difference, not just in functionality but in updated appearance. Definitely make that change.

And the white chairs, mirror frames, etc really don't work with the dark tones throughout.

I love the wall color, so contemporary with the warm wood tones. I agree, the white furnishings are too farmhouse and too much of a different style. Paint the chairs, table and mirror frames to match the solid countertops.