Every so often, no matter what the year, I will come across a room decorated completely in sparkling white on the cover of a design magazine. Naturally my first thought is, oh how unrealistic for any woman who has a dog, kids or a husband to actually try this and be able to keep it up. My next assumption is that the space must feel cold, and uninviting. And for adults who visit it with kids, it must create instant fear.

But, recently I saw a few modified versions of the all white room, and have really warmed up to the idea. First off, was an all ivory kitchen, with a dusky grey wood floor and matching stove. It made me think of warmth and the scent of home baked pastries.

Next was a screened in porch, and the crisp white called in the sun like an old friend. The natural light was amazing against the white washed wooden floorboards. And the white slipcovers made the freshly painted wicker furniture look comfy. So, now I have reconsidered my opposition, and knee jerk reaction when I hear about an all white room.