Awesome. :-) I just found the Pier 1 rectangular stools that Ida posted ("Lawson"), and they come in a few different colors/stains. I really like the natural finish... Hopefully, I won't have to ask my husband to sand them down and restain, lol (I have a hard time with various finishes clashing with the table -- it's a miracle the dining chairs actually worked). I'll ask him and see which one he wants, Option B or Pier1. Thank y'all so much! I am a bit sad at not really being able to pull off the pretty wrought iron backed stools, but I can always do scrolly light fixtures and wall hangings. :-)

Disappointedly, I passed on the bench/sliding ottomans in the above post due to the cost of over $4200 in the lowest grade leather. However, because I’d had other ideas, I went back to one of those very quickly. The EA Ferri ottomans. But allow me to back up, please. When our church went through a major restoration in 2014, the design team updated some details around the doors, and I was totally inspired by the color palette. I still am. Please click on this photo to see all of the different colors: As I built a portfolio to redesign my family room, l found two continuous “themes." I wanted this color palette plus black, and I wanted an off-white sofa. Unfortunately, I gave into the fear that it would make my family feel they couldn’t relax in the room, and, after two years of debating, I finally chose a tweed that worked. I’ve regretted it every day. But gradually I am getting closer to the “feel” of the room I wanted. Before I could finish the room, I sold my house and moved into a temporary apartment. “Temporary” may well stretch into several years, and I need to feel good in this space. One thing that has worked in my favor is the off-white porcelain tile floor in the large open plan. And I’m so pleased that I waited until I found an area rug that warms up the room with texture but stayed with my desired color palette. Here’s what has surprised me most recently: On the EA floor sample sale were two Ferri ottomans which I asked my designer to bring to my home so we could get an idea of what direction to take. We both really liked the addition of linen-like texture, as opposed to another leather [which I’d planned for practical reasons.] We both liked the way the off-white fabric lightened the room. Knowing that I can choose to have them reupholstered very easily since it only involves the cushions, I chose to purchase them. And I’m another step closer to my original intention. I brought out more of my white and off-white accessories, and put away what most people consider to be “color.” This feels right to me, so now I can better convey that to all of you. I know that most advised me in an earlier design dilemma to add color. Please don’t worry. I can add more colorful accents at any time, and I will do that seasonally. Next I'll be searching for a 42”w x 18”d x 18”h coffee table with a glass top and metal base in oil rubbed bronze. This size seems best for the room, and I can choose to configure it with the two ottomans to form a large rectangle (42”w x 36”d x 18”h) when the ottomans are not in use. They also look nice along the wall across from the sofa, but for now I will use them as my “coffee table.” That has allowed me to remove the current coffee table and re-visualize the room. While looking for the coffee table, I need to decide on the drapery panels. The only reason I want them is to break up the mismatch of colors--the wood-colored blinds and the taupe walls--neither of which I can change due to the fact that I’m renting in a brand new complex. I’d like them to pick up the main color of the area rug. I’ve been watching for a PB sale. PB offers ivory in the 108” length that I need. (So does RH, but even on sale, they are too costly, I think.) It is essential to me that they hang very straight. No flare. Just barely touching the floor...and yes, start above the actual window height by about 9-10”...ceilings are 10' so I can make 108” work. I think I need to have a professional hang them for me. It is hard to spend a lot of money on window treatments for a temporary space, but I want this place to look and feel great while I’m here. Most if not all of the pieces I’ve chosen will work in my next home. But drapery panels...well, it’s harder to justify the cost. Watching for just the right sale. Any tips will be welcome! Thank you for your continued input and support.

I think white is a good choice, but not the only choice. Taking the sample door and going by eye is a good place to start for narrowing down your options, but you will still want to actually view paint samples in your kitchen to make a final decision. That's true even (maybe especially) with whites, since there are a zillion different whites and how they look can be affected dramatically by the lighting. As far as not wanting to look at blank white walls, I was going to suggest artwork, but it sounds like you are already thinking in that direction.

The great thing about boho is the advantage of being able to mix things up. I thought cane would work well with the light media caninet as well the bed. There are all kinds of styles and price points. https://parkergwen.com/products/sydney-woven-cane-nightstand?variant=31049504686145 If interested, see link for Ikea DIY hack. https://roostramble.com/2020/02/06/diy-caned-ikea-rast-hack/amp/ If considering, then I’d enhance the boho look with bedding and above bed, for a fun, interesting and unified feel.