Another thought -- Your layout is also potentially problematic depending on the door swing of the dryer -- if it hinges on the right (which makes sense for transferring clothing efficiently from the washer), then you are reaching around the door to get clothes to fold them and the door is just in your way. If the dryer door hinges on the bottom -- not as much of a problem, but with the limited width of the room still an issue if you leave the dryer door open to pull stuff out and fold it. If you layout the appliances against the back wall (l-r, water heater, washer, dryer) and a folding counter on the left wall (in your pic), the movement is natural -- take stuff from the dryer, 1/4 turn to the folding counter.

You have left out one very important piece of information: from where does the natural light come? Maui Mist will be perfect if the light is coming from the West. eSpresso cabinets: bright white ceiling: red oak floor: All Benjamin Moore colors South light: Grant Beige West light: Valley Forge Tan North light: Goldtone East light: Spring Meadow There are many other colors which will shine with the natural light; these are just suggestions.

Thank you ALL for your comments and advice! I will get a sample of SW Pure White to compare it with the other options. Among the initial colors, I am now actually leaning towards Decorator's White for the walls - it definitely works in the kitchen and it actually may balance our (mostly) warm furniture in the living room. Using this paint in both rooms would tie the two spaces together. For the trims, I am leaning towards Behr Ultra Pure White or BM Chantilly Lace. Considering this is a room that gets A LOT of natural light (particularly in the morning, windows facing east and south), would there be any particular recommendation for the sheen? I was thinking eggshell for walls and satin for trims. We have a small daughter, so we value durability and ease to clean...

can we see the overall space? what style is it you're after? I think the bed in the second photo is a bit large (as is your own bed) for the size of the room. the good thing about the white one is the footboard isn't there. you'll be able to see more of your bedding, and you could do a bench. the t & a letters are too large in that spot. is there another wall in the bedroom where you could hang them? It appears you like a lot of little items, so what do you think of this? little side tables w/small lamps this is similar to the bed you've chosen. w/these tall headboards, you don't need anything on the wall above. notice all of the decor accents to go along w/this style. another white bed w/headboard. I like the board/batten wall treatment behind the bed. and the soft aqua color is very soothing. beaded light fixture, some textured elements, nicer window blinds (look at Silouettes or Piroette blinds) what about something like this? or do you want wood? do you like either of these styles for your room? this one is more of a natural wood w/casual bedding and decor elements can you do a rug under the bed? One other thing I have to recommend is losing those droopy drapes. A cleaner look would be inset window blinds. (not mini blinds) Maybe some cellular blinds? I think a cellular (top/bottom down/up) in a nice color, would be a great choice. You could still have one sided drapes if you like. see? just the outer side so it doesn't get bunched up next to the bed.