A Glimpse into the Wealthy Roman's Home: The Atrium

What was the purpose of an atrium in a wealthy Roman's home?

In a wealthy Roman's home, an atrium served as a large, airy room located inside the main entrance. It was a central space where people would meet to visit and conduct business. Atriums were rather common during the Roman era and are still incorporated by many modern architects today.

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