![]() ![]() The last room of the atrium that ultimately connected with the peristylium (the rear open-air courtyard) usually consisted of the tablinum or ‘office’ of the paterfamilias – the male head of the household. ![]() Triclinium in itself roughly translates to ‘three couch place’ because the guests treated here (with lavish dinner parties) often ate and drank their sumptuous fares by lying on their sides on the couches that were arranged in a U-shaped fashion. Now the dining room was considered a privileged place by the ancient Romans. These rooms were often flanked by the alae (side rooms), which further led to the triclinium (dining room) at the corner of the atrium. Most of these enclosed spaces comprised the cubicula, which were basically chambers of the house (few being also located on an upper floor) and they were accompanied by the lararium (household shrine at one corner), slave/servant quarters, and latrines of the house. The video continues by showcasing the rooms that were attached to this central hall of the atrium. Used primarily for ventilation purposes, this conspicuous aperture also allowed the entry of rainwater, which was then collected on the floor-based cavity known as the impluvium and then passed on to the underground cisterns for household usage. Now intriguingly enough, the animation showcases a rather curious opening through the ceiling, which was actually called the compluvium. In any case, the resourceful folks over at Ancient Vine and Museum Victoria have given a go at virtually reconstructing the typical Roman domus of a ‘well-to-do’ family – and we daresay they have succeeded in portraying the dynamic internal layout of the Roman ‘domestic’ side of affairs. Now beyond origins and influences, a typical Roman domus served as a dwelling for the Roman familia, while being (sometimes) used as a ‘personalized’ center for business and religious worship.Īs can be deduced from these functions, the extensive domus were constructed for the higher middle-class Roman citizens – and even then there were no standardized forms of the ancient dwelling-type (though ‘on an average’, there were probably 8 domus per city block). Two bedrooms occupy a structure separate to the main house, and almost all rooms have access to a private terrace or garden area.From the historical perspective, the Roman domus (house) was oddly enough not exactly ‘Roman’ in its character rather it was possibly inspired by a few older Mediterranean cultures including the Etruscans and the Greeks – as is evident with the architectural focus on the central courtyard. The sunny roof terrace has panoramic views over the surround countryside and acts as a social hub day and night.Īll of the five bedrooms feature en suites, with the master enjoying its own private terrace with a view over the hillside to the sea. Rustic stone-walls, terracotta roof tiles and the pink blossoms that creep up the villa’s exterior herald it as a traditional finca at heart. Step outside and you’re surrounded by fragrant flowers and luxuriant trees swim in the wood-decked pool, or chill out under the terrace canopy and admire the views out to sea. Arched doorways and carved shelves add layers of intrigue to the interior and outside hammocks and secluded pergolas offer the perfect spots for an afternoon with a book. The villa itself features multiple dining options, indoors and out, and alcoved seating areas that are carved into the walls. In the living room is a larger-than-life alabaster face. Flashes of Ikat print fabrics, blue-painted wooden beams and eclectic sculptures, statues and curiosities give every space unique focal points. Up in the hills near San José, also known locally as Sant Josep de sa Talaia, this classic whitewashed villa has a truly artsy side. The colourful Casa Amore pays homage to its traditional finca heritage, while painted details and quirky sculptures give it the character of a contemporary holiday home.
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