I’d do a big basket with rolled towels

Sad dusty fake ficus tree with blinking Christmas lights.

For the drawers, bring in some vintage charm with unusual knobs … Etsy has a great selection, or Google ’antique style drawer knobs’.

Example: https://www.historichouseparts.com/antique-items/antique-hardware/antique-cabinet-knobs/

For the other question — I’m not sure what area you mean. Can you mark it?

The updates look nice, fresh and modern, if I were you I’d now start mixing in antique/vintage style charm in keeping with the age of your house.

@jilly thanks! I’ll plan to do this with the decor. Attached is a photo with the area marked.

Thank you! I think I’d wait until other things have been done, and to see what your needs are. I’d focus on that last.

There are some cute hampers that might fit. Maybe a wicker hamper that is tall.