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The aim is to explore the negative consequences of monumental architecture on local residents in ancient Rome.

March 13, 2026Greece and Rome

Who Lost Out When Rome’s Monuments Went Up? The Darker Side of Architectural Benefaction and Urban Redevelopment in Ancient Rome

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CSChristopher SiwickiBritish School at Rome

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Analysis of architectural benefaction highlights the negative effects of monuments on local communities in ancient Rome, suggesting overlooked challenges.

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The aim is to explore the negative consequences of monumental architecture on local residents in ancient Rome.
Literature review of Greek and Latin texts regarding urban redevelopment
Analysis of social and cultural reactions to architectural projects
Examination of the relationship between public buildings and local communities
Evidence of opposition to monumental constructions from various ancient authors
Identification of areas where residential life was negatively impacted by new structures
Discussion of the disparity between perceived public benefits and actual local detriments

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Christopher Siwicki (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b3abd602a1e69014cccfbd https://doi.org/10.1017/s0017383525100557

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Analysis of architectural benefaction highlights the negative effects of monuments on local communities in ancient Rome, suggesting overlooked challenges.

Who Lost Out When Rome’s Monuments Went Up? The Darker Side of Architectural Benefaction and Urban Redevelopment in Ancient Rome

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Who Lost Out When Rome’s Monuments Went Up? The Darker Side of Architectural Benefaction and Urban Redevelopment in Ancient Rome

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