Turns out a penthouse view has always been a status symbol. A new study suggests that some of Pompeii’s wealthiest citizens may have lived in homes crowned with towers, architectural features recognized as markers of power and prestige. In a press release, Archaeological Park of Pompeii Director Gabriel Zuchtriegel described the research as “extremely complex,” adding that their innovative digital reconstruction technology offers new ways to study what traditional excavation cannot reach. He emphasized that the upper floors of buildings provide essential insights into understanding the culture and lifestyle of ancient Pompeians. “By putting together the data in the form of a 3D digital model,” Zuchtriegel continued, “we can develop hypothetical reconstructions that help us to understand the experience, the spaces, and the society of the time.” To read the full story by dibamohtasham, visit the link in bio. . . . The ruins of Pompeii (photo via Getty Images) #Pompeii #Penthouse #A...