In the lifetime of a house or apartment, the kitchen can undergo countless renovations – the importance of the kitchen cannot be overstated. Many an aspiring homeowner has decided not to buy based on an outdated or unsuitable kitchen. Kitchens must be functional and practical, yet they are also often warm and nurturing spaces where food is served and where family and friends gather after a day at work or school.

50 Great Kitchens by Architects examines the role of the architect and the influence of the client in creating a visually pleasing and functional kitchen. Colorful photography and personal quotes portray these kitchens within the context of their surrounding rooms and outline their most important design features.