Brutalism
The art style of Brutalism is characterized by its use of simple, block-like forms and its rough, unfinished appearance. This style is often associated with the industrial and post-industrial landscape, and its buildings often have a utilitarian feel to them.
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Brutalism is an architectural style that emerged in the 1950s and was characterized by its use of raw, unfinished concrete. The style was often used in government buildings and housing projects, and was seen as a way to create a modern, industrial aesthetic. In recent years, there has been a renewed interest in Brutalism, with architects and designers embracing its raw, industrial look.
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harsh, severe, cruel, vicious, savage, barbaric, inhuman, bestial
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Impressionism, Modernism
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Detailed Description
Brutalism is an architectural style that emerged in the 1950s and gained popularity in the 1970s. It is characterized by its use of raw, unfinished concrete and its often massive, blocky appearance. Brutalist buildings are often seen as cold and impersonal, but they can also be seen as powerful and imposing. Some of the most famous Brutalist architects include Le Corbusier, Paul Rudolph, and Louis Kahn. Some of the most famous Brutalist buildings include the National Assembly Building in Dhaka, the Boston City Hall, and the Centre Pompidou in Paris. While Brutalism has fallen out of favor in recent years, its impact on architecture is still felt today. For better or for worse, Brutalism has left its mark on the world of architecture.
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1. Brutalism is an architectural style that emerged in the 1950s. 2. It is characterized by its use of raw, unfinished concrete. 3. Brutalism was popularized by the Swiss architect Le Corbusier. 4. The term "Brutalism" was first used by British architect Alison and Peter Smithson in 1953. 5. Brutalism has been described as "the love of concrete". 6. The style is often associated with socialist ideals. 7. Brutalist buildings are often massive in scale. 8. They often have a fortress-like appearance. 9. Brutalist architecture is sometimes criticized for being cold and impersonal. 10. However, others have praised its honesty and simplicity. 11. The style has been used in a variety of building types, including office buildings, housing, and churches. 12. Some of the most famous Brutalist buildings include the National Assembly Building in Dhaka, the Boston City Hall, and the Pompidou Centre in Paris. 13. The term "Brutalism" has been used to describe a variety of other styles, including brutalist art and brutalist furniture. 14. The term "Brutalism" is derived from the French word for "raw", which is "brut". 15. The style is sometimes also referred to as "New Brutalism". 16. The New Brutalism movement was started by a group of young architects in London in the 1950s. 17. The New Brutalists were influenced by the work of Le Corbusier and other modernist architects. 18. They believed that architecture should be honest and expressive of its materials and construction. 19. The New Brutalists often used concrete, steel, and glass in their buildings. 20. The New Brutalism movement was short-lived, and the style fell out of favor in the 1970s.
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