The kitchen is the most important room in any home as it acts as a control room for its inhabitants.That is the view of Sherry Giewald of the Daily Herald, who believes that in todays homes, kitchens reign.Because of the hectic lifestyle led by most people in the modern world, there is not many opportunities for families and housemates to convene together, but the kitchen provides these opportunities.As well as eating in it, gatherings around the kitchen sink can take place to have a chat and a break.Ms Giewald commented Homeowners spend more time in the kitchen than in any other room in their home. Its the gathering hub of the house - a centre of cooking, eating and socializing. Open kitchen designs often combine with the breakfast nook and family room, creating one large space for family togetherness or entertaining guests.Homes are now often sold under the description of including a kitchen/family room, showing the mix of roles kitchens can undertake.