DI 8 the structure of an early iron age hut or roundhouse

This diagram illustrates the structure of an early iron age hut or roundhouse. As we can see from the diagram, the hut had a very simple construction composed of a central column supporting a conical roof. The roof is composed of reed thatch, layered over rafters. The floor of the hut would be excavated slightly lower than ground level and a low turf wall was erected around the perimeter of the structure. A small fire could be lit in the centre of the space to provide warmth. No chimney was required as smoke could freely escape through gaps in the thatch roof. I think this picture is very educational and informative