This book 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 the kitchens within the context of their surrounding rooms, as well as their most important design features.

The first edition of IMAGES' world-wide pictorial directory of architects and their work proved to be a huge success. This updated and expanded 2006 edition includes manynew entries, and current contact details of the world's best-known firms. Presented again as a two-volume, boxed set, 2000 Architects will continue as the architectural world's premier resource.