10 ways the average American home is different today than it was in the '60s

Cape Cod and split-level Mediterranean style homes were also popular during this time period. Other exterior features that were seen on many homes include screened porches, attached garages, and low roofs. 

When Trulia, a real estate website, surveyed 2,000 people to find out what their favorite architectural style for a home was, 43% of people responded with craftsman. This style is characterized by a large front porch, pillars, and sloping roof.

Ranch and colonial homes are America's second and third favorite styles, according to the study. 

Bold colors like orange, taupe, and grass green were popular choices.

There has been an increased demand for darkly painted walls, but white is still the preferred option these days. 

Wood paneling was seen in every room in the house — even the kitchen. 

Like color choices in general at the time, wallpaper was often flashy and bright, and paisley and floral patterns were preferred.

Some people even opt to have an entire accent room , which has all four walls painted in a bold color. Like the wood paneling and wallpaper of the '60s, these colorful walls are meant to add character to the home. 

Most houses had cabinetry made of oak, cherry, or walnut woods.

Typically, today's wood is reclaimed, and generally more natural and lighter in tone.

The shag carpeting trend lasted through the '70s, and became associated with the hippie movement. 

Recently, hardwood flooring is the top request for prospective home buyers. In fact, 54% of people said they would pay more for a house that has hardwood flooring, according to a 2014 survey. Meanwhile, manufacturers are expecting a sales growth of hardwood flooring in 2019.

The practice started on television when married characters were pictured getting into beds that were separated by a small table. Americans followed suit, and the practice lasted well into the '70s for some couples. 

Now, couples typically sleep in the same bed. 

Suburban baby boomers and their parents made up one-third of the US population by 1960, and they were moving into homes that had "family rooms," big yards, and more open floor plans.

As a child grows up, their bedroom becomes a place to express their identity.

The sectional sofa has a long history in the US, dating back to the Civil War. It wasn't until the 1940s that the sectional really became popular, however. In the 1960s, it was common for almost every home in the US to have this type of couch. 

Loveseats, which typically only fit two people on a couch, have become increasingly popular in recent years. Swoon, an online retailer, told The Guardian that loveseat sales are up 4,500% recently. 

Stainless steel appliances started in restaurant kitchens, as the material is resistant to wear and tear. But in recent years, the sturdy stainless steel has become increasingly popular in American kitchens as a stylish and minimalist design aesthetic. 

At dinner, families would chat about the day's events over meatloaf, pot roast, or canned foods. 

Recently, there's been a decline in the number of adolescents who eat dinner with their parents during the week.

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