r/BeAmazed 16d ago

Miscellaneous / Others Conversation Pits Were a Popular Home Feature from the 1950s to 1970s, Designed for Social Interaction

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u/Kundrew1 16d ago

No, they fell out of style because we center most living situations around the tv now

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u/spudart 16d ago

Now with everyone each on their own phone, these conversation pits can come back. They can be called doomscrolling pits.

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u/spudart 16d ago

The center island can be full of outlets to plug in your phone for recharging.

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u/Tranceported 16d ago

Did you say co-working space?