Abstract:

During the last years research on Lattes, a rich documentation has been recorded about the architecture and organization of private space during the 5th century B.C. and especially the 4th century. During this link of time actually, the urban grid system is being laid and it will last until the end of the Protohistoric occupation of the site. Building techniques also appear, some of which are exclusive of this period but some others will last until the Late Protohistory. This paper sums up our knowledge of this early phase, putting the point on the continuity, change or evolution involved in architecture, dwelling typology and household practices along these phases in comparison with following phases.