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Published Date 2/7/2024

. One could say it’s generational, but it’s often more than that. Think back to your parents’ or grandparents’ time. War-generation families and those who lived through the Cold War were all about privacy. Perhaps it was their fear of perceived enemies, large and small, looking in on them — whether it was a governmental “Big Brother” or those less fortunate who might covet what they’ve built. With each succeeding generation, however, privacy has become less and less important. Just watch a few HGTV shows and you’ll see how everything is about the light — not the privacy. Open floor plans encourage engagement and sight-lines and uncovered windows let the light in, making spaces appear larger. Realtor.com’s Jennifer Kelly Geddes asks, “Do you pull back the curtains on your life—or shut them tight? Welcome to the great drape debate of 2024.” She cites a study from the U.S. Department of Energy, which found that homeowners who earned more than $150,000 per year were almost twice as likely to raise their blinds as those with smaller incomes. One theory is that wealthy homeowners might enjoy showing off all they own. Unlike previous generations, security systems are undoubtedly firmly in place to deter would-be burglars anyway. But Geddes asks the question: Is leaving your windows completely naked such a good idea? “From safety concerns to wasting energy, there are some smart reasons to pull those shades shut regularly,” she says. “However, if you crave the sun’s rays, especially now when it’s dark and cold in much of the country, you might not be able to resist the bare window trend.” Reach out for more! Realtor, TBWS

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