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However, the Tudor period brought about a gradual shift towards privacy, particularly in the latter half of the 16th century. This cultural transition stemmed from various factors including social changes, power dynamics, and architectural advancements. With the advent of chimneys, homes adapted to create separate living spaces. Previously reliant on a central hearth, households began to establish private chambers, gradually moving away from communal living that had dominated earlier eras.