Vestibulums
Vestibulums refers to the plural form of vestibulum, a Latin term meaning "little court" or "entrance hall." In classical Roman architecture, a vestibulum was an open area or ante-chamber located between the street and the main entrance of a house or a public building. It served as a transitional space, offering privacy to the interior and acting as a reception area for visitors.
The size and elaborateness of a vestibulum could vary significantly depending on the wealth and status of
In public buildings, such as basilicas or temples, the vestibulum often served as a forecourt or an