Only in the past decade have sociologists have argued that space reinforces inequalities. What might be a jarring difference between their research and Veblen's?

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Veblen's concept of conspicuous consumption focused on the acquisition and display of luxury goods as a symbol of status. The idea that space reinforces inequalities, however, goes beyond material possessions to include the physical and social boundaries that people create to separate themselves from others. The "armed response" of gated communities speaks to the ways in which boundaries are not just seen as markers of status, but also as a means of protecting one's privilege from perceived threats. This is a significant shift from Veblen's focus on material objects as status symbols.

Only in the Past Decade Have Sociologists Have Argued That