I used Sedona Clay in our basement...very warm... That's our "hodgepodge" room. I intend get "real" furniture once The Boy is our of college. Or, at least, past the "invite the buddies over and beer gets spilled" stage.

So I liked the suggestions for the terra-cotta colors to compliment the green cushion, but wasn’t brave enough to put it on the walls. Found a rug (which I love!) and some coordinating pillows. Also agreed with the yellow for north facing but yellow is not my favorite. So I thought just a beige. Sampled Grant Beige (plus a ton others) and it seemed like the perfect creamy light beige. Painted yesterday and it is super gray :( Do I keep it or continue the search? Earthy colors are what I like but finding one that works in your light is proving to be challenging!

I don't get too excited about elements that are basically neutral [cabinets/floors type of thing]-- cause the homeowner's vibe is seen, regardless. Editing: fine if something's changed, but adding what's personal, and focusing on doing that well, can matter much more.

Check out these Benjamin Moore whites/off whites. These look like they are in the ballpark of your inspiration pic, but as Carrie B noted, lighting can make whites appear vastly different in different settings, so you can't really go off what they look like online or in someone else's space. Maritime White Elmira White Natural Cream Pale Oak