We have the same problem - trying to find a creamy beige with a little gold. Don't know about lighting in your space, but we have little natural light and rely on recessed lights. We think we're going with BM Oatmeal in the living room and above the chair rail in the dining room, and then BM Monroe Bisque below the chair rail in the dining room. We like BM White Opulence as a trim color - in our house, it looks like a crisp white, not too blue and not too pink. And, maybe surprisingly, BM Oatmeal doesn't look lifeless on our walls. A close second for BM Oatmeal was BM Simply Irresistible, but it looked a little too yellow. Good luck!!

What did you end up going with. Would like to see a room in rhinestone.

Look at BM Pale Oak, Balboa Mist, Edgecomb Gray

It's hard to overemphasize how much natural wood, and brown tones, soak up light. Here in Texas that is usually a good idea; but this combo, you're right, is pretty blah. The good news: LUSH views and privacy! First, i would ask what are your favorite colors, and what looks good on you. Colors of nature are always harmonious with leafy views, such as creams, beiges, aqua, sage green, blue, and even golds. I'll risk offending you since we don't know each other. ; ) I would paint ALL of the trim that is currently natural wood white, or off-white. I would take those dark rugs off the stairs. Might even throw in the kitchen cabinets, too. Painted wood reflects light and thus feels more 'cheerful.' Natural wool area rugs, and/or sisal/seagrass, would bring much needed texture; and then replace the brown accent wall with a color you like better. Then it won't feel all so brown. And take down all of the artwork, which echoes the dark tones. Finally, you might check FB marketplace or something for a folding screen or other item to gently divide some of that wide open space, to make furnishings seem more intimate. Bargains galor there! Good luck your home is lovely. (If budget allows maybe lift off those black counters?).