The Small Book of Home Ideas Whether trying to create an interior that is timeless, elegant, and serene or sharp, contemporary, and clean, white is one of the classic tones of interior design. This stylish guide shows how to combine white"s many shades - from ivory and milk white to oyster, chalk, and ecru - to create a multi-layered effect that is full of tonal contrast and variation. Taking you room by room, this guide shows how to create the perfect sanctuary, offering plenty of original ideas for furniture, curtains, bed dressings, and table settings.