How would you layout this kitchen? The existing dining room is hard to get to so I'm looking to combine it with the kitchen for a total space of 18x10ft that is open in one short end. There are only two people living in the house but I want to be mindful of resale. The living room is huge so I was thinking of putting my dinning table there, mainly because I already have it and I work from home.I'd also like your opinion on upper cabinets. I don't want to block the corner windows from shining to the table/living area.

Could and should I do an island?

The picture is what I've thought of so far.