Where Did Kitchen Islands Really Come From? In my previous post, I wrote about the undeniable positive impact of having kitchen island in our modern world and how it has transitioned with trends over the years. In this post, I thought I should expand a little on the origins of kitchen islands. It is quite interesting what I found. The concept of kitchen islands can be traced back to ancient times, although the purpose and design have evolved significantly over the centuries. Ancient Beginnings The earliest known examples of kitchen islands can be found in ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and Romans. These early islands were simple work surfaces,…