I hope you're right. I've got about 13 games of evidence this season to suggest that this is how he does want us to play.
I'm not saying 18 months gets you the finished article but you should expect to see his stamp. I hope to God this isn't it.
One of Lamberts traits though is he WILL tinker and completely change style. Compare how we played at West Ham start of last season versus this season. Last season i counted at least four different formations and styles. He changes, that is who he is.
He did the same at Norwich and he is doing the same with us.
If you dont like how Villa are playing right now then just wait , it will change, then change again.
This can be frustrating (I LOVED how we started last season stylistically and was annoyed we changed) but also it can be hopeful if we are playing a style you do not like.