whether you like it or not, this peculiar building in Milan dominates the area right in the heart of Italy’s second-largest city. The Torre Velasca was one of the first famous skyscrapers constructed in Italy in the modern era and remains a controversial building today. It’s a great example of Brutalist architecture, an architectural style …
Brutalist Buildings
If you want to see one of the most stunning examples of Brutalist architecture in the world, then you should head over to the second-most populous city in Canada. This fascinating housing complex was designed by one of the most renowned architects in the world and he completed it while he was still a student …
Let’s be honest, when Brutalist architecture emerged in the mid-20th century, it wasn’t the prettiest architectural style in history. Slabs of concrete exposed on a building’s exterior aren’t the nicest form of decoration by any means. This makes this stunning library very special because it looks pretty awesome. Let’s take a closer look at some …
When local infrastructure in the United Kingdom had to be reconstructed in the aftermath of World War II, a remarkable style called Brutalist architecture emerged. The name of the style was derived from the Swedish term “Nybrutalism” or “New Brutalism.” It was further popularized when it became associated with the French “Béton Brut” or “Raw …