Brutalist design shows up in the home in the form of exposed brick, poured concrete floors, sharp angles, and a color palette that skews neutral and gray.
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Photo: Artjafara/Getty Images
Photo: Artjafara/Getty Images
The words “Brutalist design” may not conjure up examples of architecture as easily as, say, “midcentury modern” or “Spanish Mission.” But you’re probably familiar with more Brutalist works than you think.
In fact, iconic Brutalist structures are rather unforgettable, including the Met Breuer museum in New York City and Boston’s City Hall. These mammoth concrete buildings look almost scary, yet they represent a raw plainness and honesty in design that has been popular for decades.
Elements of Brutalist design also show up in the home in the form of
