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 don't know about the swivel chairs. search around for "small swivel chairs" and check their measurements. you know I was thinking about it last night and realized there's a much more obvious layout for you. this one would give you more room to pass through to the stairs. (depending on the actual size of the room -- my proportions are total guesswork and might be way off.) you could mount the TV on the wall to give a lot of clearance in front of it. of course this means you'd have to slightly block the window off to the right. but it's a functional layout for a tiny room. my inlaws have a layout like this below. the coffee table is massive, but there is still just enough space to pass through. it's a great setup for social situations, lots of snacks and drinks on that table. however, that would be annoying if it's the only way you get from the stairs to the rest of the cabin. you might need to do a smaller coffee table if that's the case. if there's no room for side tables, consider wall mounted lamps to save space.

Not on the white, but to brighten the sofa: https://www.jossandmain.com/--Dylon-Chunky-Knitted-Acrylic-Throw-CDCS1003-L2239-K~J000516029.html?refid=GX266174033902-J000516029_1455101520&device=c&ptid=811464974810&targetid=pla-811464974810&network=g&ireid=108778483&PiID%5B%5D=1455101520&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4uec16Cm6wIVIRh9Ch1ujwwbEAQYASABEgJd9PD_BwE

@tracefloyd, love the ruggable carpet you recommended us a while ago. We ended up with this set up because we got a bench from some friends that fits very well at the entrance. We just ordered an mcm - walnut irregular mirror that will go on top of the bench at the entrance. I know the sofa would be better a little bit pulled back but there is not enough space in the dining area if we do so. Apologies for the messy room, but would any of this wall arts fit well? Isn't it too crowded? Any other art or deco ideas for the wall are welcome. Ty!