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Brutalist Architecture

The imposing style dividing architecture fans and critics

September 14, 2024

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Brutalist Architecture

Brutalist architecture has always sparked strong reactions—whether love or hate, it's hard to ignore.

With béton brut (“raw concrete”) as its namesake and primary material, Brutalism emerged in the mid-20th century as a practical and affordable solution to post-WWII urban devastation. At first centered in England, the style quickly spread across the world in the following decades.

Its bold, utilitarian design, rooted in socialist ideals, rejected ornamentation in favor of raw, functional structures with hard, imposing lines. Once criticized, Brutalism has seen a recent resurgence, proving its lasting impact and striking presence.