I grew up brooding and high-strung in just those kinds of spaces - my mother's chic, shrill, all-white interiors, filled with white plastic couches and glaring glass-topped tables.

The over-water rooms depart from the usual Maldivian vernacular of wood, marble and ostentation in favour of clean, cool, all-white interiors.

At any other time I would be pressing him for details, but instead I am just relishing the shabby-chic all-white interior and marvelling at the view.

The all-white chichi interior with central chrome and marble bar is softened by some lovely, specially commissioned wall hangings by Irish artists.

The trip-hop ambience and exquisite all-white interior make for an especially artistic experience.

"They are reacting to the snowblindness caused by all-white interiors, low ceilings and bare floors," Mr. Moss said.

Atmosphere: A small place with all-white interior that is reminiscent of a stylish cafe on the French Riviera.

The bands are translucent on the exterior side walls, adding extra light to the all-white interior of the factory portion of the building.

Ours was split level, with private plunge pool, sun deck and an all-white interior hung with superb modern art.

A notable feature of the church is the natural lighting, facilitated by the all-white interior.