Maybe a two color paint scheme.Am I on the right track?  

Installed cabinets and had wires run for under cabinet lighting... having a lot of trouble finding under cabinet lighting that doesn't require an outlet to plug into.

I get that it's stressful and unjust, you're not the first person to go through it and there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Should I remove the "Tudor" looking trim and just paint it all one color?

Hello, I'm working on a project right now, and the walls in each of the rooms are painted similar colors (shades of a light grey), however, the ceilings were left an offwhite color. 

The light rail project started a couple of years ago and it is still improving.

I think if given a Vanilla Box with paint ready walls, electrical panels and outlets, sealed concrete floors, finished ceiling with lighting, HVAC, sprinklers (may not be needed), and bathroom, I could do everything else myself with quite a bit of reserve capital.

We passed the Section 8 inspection with flying colors. 

Those who can sign up for the different programs get a badge/sticker with different metal colors.

you could do a brick step-out up top rather than a custom cornice that could be very pricey. it could look nice if you color match the vintage brick or go the opposite and do a contrasting color (like white to match your windows and basement) to make the top stand out. attached are some examples of some top step-outs. the brick mason doing the re-pointing could probably give you a quote for doing the top as well.