Brutalism: Exploration of Color and Geometry in its Minimal Expression

I was inspired by architectural brutalism

It was created in AI by the author. 2024.

Let’s talk about something named Brutalism.

Brutalism in architecture is a distinctive and often controversial style that emerged in the mid-20th century.

Its origins
Developed in the 1950s and flourished in the 1960s-1970s
The term derived from “béton brut” (raw concrete in French)
Associated with modernist architecture and Le Corbusier

Key characteristics
Exposed concrete structures. I enjoy it much.
Geometric shapes and repetitive patterns
Emphasis on functionality over ornamentation
Large-scale, monolithic forms
Visible structural elements

Philosophy
Honesty in materials and construction
Rejection of decorative elements

Notable examples
Trellick Tower, London
Boston City Hall
Habitat 67, Montreal