The Brutalists: Brutalism's Best Architects

The Brutalists: Brutalism's Best Architects

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Overview

This volume maps the global footprint of brutalism through its most influential practitioners. Each profile pairs concise biographies with key buildings, tracing how raw concrete became a civic signature across five continents. The book highlights both celebrated monuments and lesser-known housing estates, showing how architects adapted the style to local climates and politics. Photographs, plans and contextual essays document the movement from the 1950s to the present.

Who it's for

• Architecture students studying post-war modernism
• Photographers drawn to concrete textures and monumental forms
• Travelers seeking overlooked brutalist landmarks

Key features

• Language: English
• Binding and page count not specified
• ISBN not provided