I'm late to the party, but here goes. Love the room the sofa and fpl!

1. Are we still in agreement to paint cabs all dark blue now that things are getting closer to completion and we've got a better idea of final look? I wouldn't, in your photos it looks a bit dark in the K - i'd keep lighter but all one color. Some shade of Avocado? Jadeite? Turq?

2. Any thoughts on a warm (but not cream) white for the walls? There are so many. But if you are going MCM do you want warm? IDK much about MCM but id think not too warm? Warm white is cottagey to me.

3. Curtains or blinds? Blinds would be a light coloured matchstick to go with other light coloured wood elements. Blinds offer more function, but curtains are more fun. Lakehouses should be fun IMHO. Id do the ultimate in non-functionaltiy -- curtain panels hung so that they do not obscure any glass at all. NO idea of your palette...

4. I really need to do a cab above the fridge, don't I. Or something big sitting on top.

5. I found some bistro type rattan stools on sale at Wayfair that are still a stretch for the budget, but might look nice. Thinking they might help marry the MCM and cottage look we have going on - or not? Other ideas for stools? Id have to see them. Not sure I see the "mix" in your photo, think you need more to convery MCM.

Oh, it looks great! Your family must be so excited, Daisy : ) .

Are we still in agreement to paint cabs all dark blue now that things are getting closer to completion and we've got a better idea of final look?

I can't remember this part. What other colors will be in the room?

Any thoughts on a warm (but not cream) white for the walls?

I'm no good with whites except for ceilings and trim, so I always point people to Laurel Bern, whose advice I took for ceilings and trim colors.

https://laurelberninteriors.com/2019/02/12/top-20-best-shades-white-paint/

Curtains or blinds? Blinds would be a light coloured matchstick to go with other light coloured wood elements.

For the kitchen or the living room? I would do blinds in the kitchen. How does the woodstove affect the possibility of curtains in the living room?

I really need to do a cab above the fridge, don't I.

Ideally, I think, but it is a summer cottage. What about a large basket?

I found some bistro type rattan stools on sale at Wayfair that are still a stretch for the budget, but might look nice. Thinking they might help marry the MCM and cottage look we have going on - or not? Other ideas for stools?

Do you have the Wayfair link so we can see?

Without knowing what the bistro rattan stools look like, what about something like this, which is at West Elm Canada? It seems to marry MCM and cottage, and the wood would look good against/with the blue,

http://www.westelm.ca/classic-cafe-walnut-bar-counter-stools-h3193

I'm wondering if Wayfair has something similar at a better price. Or just keep watching West Elm for their various sales, which is what I do for their sister site, Pottery Barn Canada.

Sorry, I left out the back story assuming everyone was bored with it. The general idea is that it was built in 1965 so is somewhat in the style of MCM (slab door cabs, shape of the building), but not strictly. Until a month ago, walls were dark fake wood panelling so it seems super light to me now (finally!).

The original counter was rotting, so we took the opportunity to do a mini reno with pretty much no budget (hence the mismatched cabs and appliances). Took down a half wall to make the peninsula. Counters will be light wood. My comfort zone style-wise is pretty neutral and nothing too over the top (2nd pic is our main home kitchen and is indicative of my neutral style).

Love the idea of a basket on the fridge- I am in love with the sisal baskets available everywhere right now. I'd just been looking at some for towel storage.

I was just reading on another thread about MCM whites being less grey and more warm, but generally I'm just thinking not too cool or stark. Maddielee, Capitol White is on my list and I think that came from seeing your pic.

Here are the stools. I'm hoping for something that fits under the counter as the space is really tight also trying to keep most of the wood tones light to go with what is already there.

Inspiration photos: obviously a classic case of champagne taste on a beer budget :)

I'm loving the scandi whiteness and purity right now and the recommendation of Capitol White has stuck with me altho I've had no opportunity to use it.

I think the stools could work and I like the texture they would add to the mix, daisy. Are they still on sale?

These days, I need reminding about everything, including from my own family. I blame menopause and multitasking.

lisaam, you always manage to somehow channel my random decorating thoughts in a precise direction. Scandi kind of hits the nail on the head.

I hear you, becky. I'm knee deep in the middle of year end madness, report writing, etc. Vacation is so close, but sooooo much to get done before I can get up to the lake and get some of this stuff done. The stools are going to have to wait for at least 2 weeks. Also, our very reliable 12 year old ASKO dishwasher just kicked the bucket. I don't really want to spend the big bucks to get another one, but I love that thing so might have to put the cash into that instead of stools.

Daisy- things are looking great, you got really a lot done quickly.

For the color of the kitchen cabinets, I am not feeling the dark blue, however I do like earthier colors. With the color of the pine ceiling I like green undertones. I also like the white uppers in your space.

RE the window coverings, what is their purpose? Do you need sun cotrol, privacy for when you are there, privacy so no one can peek in when you are not there, etc? My initial is matchsticks in the kitchen and something fun like what mountain posted for the living room. I also think a soft white pleated shade would be lovely, they allow a lovely dappled light to enter a space if there is strong sun.

I dont like the stools you posted very much. I think they look kitschy, or like they are trying too hard to have 'a look.' I much prefer the ones you have in your home kitchen which are classic. I would say save your money and wait for the right ones to appear.

Thanks, localeater. I will get some paint samples and try. I really like the look of a soft mossy colour with a lot of light in it, but I'm also still drawn to the blue as we have navy accents in the adjoining sun room and also in the bedrooms - it would make things flow. I think I need to decide on a whole cottage plan before I make any decision. I could always just do white for now which would be super easy and save any big decisions for later. I'm starting to doubt the stools, too. They are nice, but maybe not for here. The ones at home aren't that comfy, but I can get them in pine for $40 ea which is much more in line with the budget.

The blinds are mostly for show, but we need something just to cut the sun on those few mid summer days where the light and heat is unbearable coming in off the lake. I'll see what I can find in fun drapes, but knowing me, I'll end up with white linen :)

I totally support taking the time to think about the house color scheme. I was getting a little worried about mine and I threw the colors in a powerpoint. Here's the results, this is not final, the fabrics are just stuff on the internet not mine, but it was enough to get me to the point of "yes this can work, dont worry."

Nothing wrong with white linen :) A cottage look I love is white linen 'strips' alternating with strips of loose crochet, kind of like this but whiter and with the crochet being more loose and just squares not a pattern

Some nice ideas here. https://www.houzz.com/photos/nordlund-kitchen-after-midcentury-kitchen-seattle-phvw-vp~92631798