Confession. Anyone else as nosey as me ?

Only being human. But it does make me feel that if I have a conference call I have to tidy up and think about the background behind me. And that perhaps a cat hanging itself from the window to attract attention is not a good look!

I’m enjoying that aspect too, Gemini. I’ve seen some truly awful wallpaper and I’m amazed at how scrappy most people’s curtains are. . It’s cheering to see all those real books, not everyone has gone Marie Kondo minimalist.

If you're using Zoom you can add your own background. No need to tidy up!

Or redecorate!

Oh yes me too Gemini

Yes Gemini I do it too. I have even tried to read the titles of the books. How sad is that! I didn't think I was that nosy, but obviously I am under these circumstances.

I agree it's fun looking at people's homes and seeing what books they read, what their decor is.

I just don't want people to see mine, it's too intrusive.

I saw some sitting room wallpaper which was the same as my bedroom curtains!

I'd have to do a House Doctor first.

I love looking at other people’s houses and now we’re doing our team meetings via video conferencing I’m in heaven

Never seen in anyone’s room, what on tv ?

I mainly see peoples ceilings as they are using phones that keep tipping. I do love a glimpse of peoples homes, bit like when you are looking in lit up windows from a train in the evening.

My Tai Chi instructor is doing Zoom Tai Chi classes. It is interesting to see all their living rooms. I have my lap top in a bedroom and you cannot see anything except the old beams in the wall.

Spoilsport , Monica ! What are you hiding ? Have you got a collection of first editions or Disney dvds?

I must admit I scan the bookcases. It’s very interesting to see what others read.
Quite a few of the reporters/ experts seem to have their computers in the hall.
I suspect it’s the most neutral room in the house.

I just get kitchen envy!!

No, its DH's tools and projects spread everywhere.

Gemini Yes, I'm really enjoying having a snoop around people's homes too!

I'm hoping to join quite a large group on Zoom next week and am already wondering where to plonk myself! As you mention, in front of a bookcase seems to be the default. Often with lamps, vases of fresh flowers and silver framed family photos to complete the scene.

I might follow the lead of the presenter of 'Have I Got News For You' last week... there was a nice shiny toaster on a worktop behind her. Quite a refreshing change from rows of dusty tomes!

Just off to polish my toaster...

Joy I was part of a Zoom group last week, donned make up and did a test view to set the scene!

Must take care of public image !

SueDonim I also have a look at the curtains and I agree, many are really scrappy and can barely close.

Oh yes “kitchen envy” me too kittylester [sigh]

You lot of posers

Oh yes, I saw the toaster!
I am going to decrumb mine and descale the kettle just in case!

I knew I wouldn’t be the only nosey. ?
Thanks everyone.