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Brutalism

Powerful Architectural Statement

Common for government buildings and institutional settings.
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Not-so-subtle Power Statements

Perfect for propaganda!

Philosophy

Brutalism looks to make statements of power and leave a lasting visual impact. That's why it is so common for governmental buildings.

It emerged in the mid-20th century.

Characteristics

Brutalism most commonly by the bold use of concrete — something we've learned a hard lesson from as our cities and urban centers bake in the climate change caused excessive heat.
The style is characterized by imposing, fortress-like structures, emphasizing raw materials and functionality.

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