History -- Aspects of Design -- Kitchen Layout -- Furniture -- Materials and Coverings -- The Office -- Kitchen Illumination -- Kitchen Appliances and Accessories -- Kitchen Stoves and Estractor Hoods -- Refrigerators and Dishwashers -- Sinks and Fixtures -- Small Electric Appliances -- Kitchen Accessories -- Classical Kitchens -- Rustic Kitchens -- Modern and Avant-garde Kitchens -- Minimalistic Kitchens -- Small Kitchens -- Industrial Kitchens -- Bright Kitchens.

In Western culture, the kitchen has always been considered the nerve center of the home. Apart from being a place where food is prepared and cooked, today's kitchen is also used for meals and social occasions. It is a dynamic space that serves many functions, and this affects its layout. Readers may flip through this copiously illustrated 400 page source book to decide which style is best suited to their own taste, requirements, and budget. The latest trends and decorative concepts are presented: avant-garde or rustic kitchens, small or spacious kitchens, spaces that experiment with color and new materials or take advantage of technological innovations. Daring or simple kitchens, cozy or minimalist kitchens - the list is endless as every kitchen is a world in itself and the only really important thing is that its occupants feel absolutely at ease. This book investigates how the kitchen has evolved and changed over time by exploring the work of leading designers and architects.

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