Lectures related to Patrician (ancient Rome)

Domestic Space: Colonization, Monasticism, and Villa Architecture

Explores the historical development of domestic spaces in ancient Rome, focusing on colonization, villa architecture, and monasticism.

Facing Fearful Odds

Explores the idea of dying well and facing fearful odds in difficult situations.

Renovation Principles

Explores the history and principles of housing renovation, emphasizing typology, comfort, and architectural interventions.

The Roman houses: The Domus of Pompeii

Covers the architecture and interior design of Roman houses, focusing on the Domus of Pompeii.

Genetic Genealogy and Ancient Rome

Explores DNA testing choices, genealogical aid, the Severan Marble Plan of Rome, and digital reconstruction efforts by Stanford University.

Domesticity in Ancient Rome: A Negative Utopia

Explores the emergence of the villa and the gentrification of the Roman countryside, highlighting the impact of the Republic and the Empire on Roman society.