Commented: seeking a custom closet company for N.J. areaNJ here, we used California Closets in Bernardsville. The rep we worked with was great, sorry can't remember her name. She did 3 closets and a home office for us.
Commented: Light granite suggestions. Maple cabinets, hardwood floors.Nice cabinets....St.Cecilia will look with the current stain on cabinets. BUT- if you are considering painting the cabinets, I would think do that first and then pick your countertop, backsplash that...
Commented: What type of curtains?Agree with above.
You can also do Roman blinds, woven blinds ( bamboo )- these will soften the area, possibly even shutters??
I would take down the curtains and valance too. Good luck!