Domestic Space: History and Architecture

This lecture delves into the critical history of domestic space, exploring the evolution of single-room houses, the concept of the Polis as a citizen state, and the dynamics within the Oikos household. It discusses the relationship between the Polis and the household, the promotion of the household as a semi-autonomous compound, and the importance of citizenship and female chastity in maintaining the citizen status. The lecture also examines the architectural features of houses in ancient civilizations, such as the Megaron and the House at Emborio, shedding light on the design elements and spatial organization of domestic spaces.