Darker paint on top I think. Not sure I’d pick greys for a north facing room though, could be a bit dreary. Maybe look at BM pale oak or something a touch warmer.

I would definitely paint/keep the wainscoting on the bottom, a crisp white, no matter what color you choose on the top.

thank you! we tried multiple greys and they all looked bad! I will check out the pale oak. thank you!

I appreciate the advice on the white on the bottom. We couldn't decide.

Agree on top. Of your choices. The blue all the way to the right.

Yea, Northern exposure- white trim everywhere;^) Fairly light above with color. Northern exposure can get gloomy, especially during the winter.

I would not go with dark top, not enough height for it. It would dominate...I would go with neutral walls and white ceiling.