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What is Brutalist architecture characterized by?

  • Minimalist construction and the use of exposed concrete or brick (correct)
  • Organic shapes and the use of natural materials
  • Ornate construction and the use of bright colors
  • Futuristic shapes and a metallic color palette

Who coined the term 'new brutalism'?

  • Alison and Peter Smithson (correct)
  • Reyner Banham
  • ErnÅ‘ Goldfinger
  • Louis Kahn

What material is Brutalism associated with according to Reyner Banham?

  • Wood
  • Béton brut (correct)
  • Glass
  • Steel

What type of buildings was Brutalism mainly used in?

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What caused the decline in popularity of Brutalism in the late 1970s?

<p>The association with urban decay and totalitarianism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which architects are associated with Brutalism?

<p>Louis Kahn, Ernő Goldfinger, and Alison and Peter Smithson (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where can examples of Brutalist architecture be found?

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What is the philosophical approach to architectural design emphasized by Brutalism?

<p>Emphasizing functionality and connecting architecture with modern life (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Brutalist university building was designed by Paul Rudolph?

<p>The Art and Architecture Building at Yale University (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Brutalist Architecture

Architectural style from the 1950s onward, characterized by minimalist construction, exposed concrete or brick, geometric shapes, and monochrome colors.

Béton brut

Exposed concrete, left unfinished after casting, displaying the texture and marks from the formwork.

Brutalism's philosophical approach

Architectural philosophy emphasizing functionality, inner workings, modular elements and connection to modern life.

Criticisms of Brutalism

Criticisms include a "cold" appearance and associations with totalitarianism, plus quick deterioration in damp climates.

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Brutalist University Buildings

Examples from this movement include Denys Lasdun's halls at the University of East Anglia, and Paul Rudolph's Art and Architecture Building at Yale University.

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Successors to Brutalism

Structural Expressionism and Deconstructivism emerged.

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Brutalism's Resurgence

Recent trend where softened versions of Brutalism's elements are incorporated into modern designs.

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Brutalism Emphasizes

Functionality, simplicity, and a connection with modern life

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Brutalism Features

Exposed inner workings, recurring modular elements, and a focus on interior spaces.

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Study Notes

Brutalist architecture emerged in the UK in the 1950s, characterized by minimalist construction and the use of exposed concrete or brick, geometric shapes, and a monochrome color palette. The term "new brutalism" was coined by Alison and Peter Smithson, while architectural critic Reyner Banham associated the movement with béton brut and art brut. Brutalism was mainly used in institutional buildings such as universities, libraries, and city halls. The movement declined in popularity in the late 1970s, with some associating it with urban decay and totalitarianism. Brutalism has been polarizing, drawing both criticism and support. The movement has recently become a subject of renewed interest. The style is a philosophical approach to architectural design, emphasizing functionality and connecting architecture with modern life. The style features exposed inner workings of the building, reoccurring modular elements, and a focus on interior spaces. Architects associated with the style include Louis Kahn, Ernő Goldfinger, and Alison and Peter Smithson. The movement was often associated with socialist utopian ideology, which was supported by its designers. Examples of brutalist architecture can be found in Australia, Canada, the UK, and the US. The style was introduced to university campuses, with an early example being the extension to the department of architecture at the University of Cambridge in 1959.Brutalist university buildings have been constructed across the UK and US since the 1960s, with some of the most notable examples including Denys Lasdun's six linked halls of residence at the University of East Anglia, the Dunelm House at Durham University, and Paul Rudolph's Art and Architecture Building at Yale University. The style has been criticised for its "cold" appearance and association with totalitarianism, as well as for deteriorating quickly in damp climates, but has also been praised for its bold and striking designs. While Brutalism largely gave way to Structural Expressionism and Deconstructivism in the 1970s and 1980s, it has experienced a resurgence of interest in recent years, with many newer buildings featuring softened versions of the style's defining elements. Some Brutalist buildings have been granted listed status as historic, while others have been demolished despite conservation campaigns.

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