Brutalist architecture, a style prevalent from the 1950s to the mid-1970s, is characterized by the use of raw concrete and angular geometries, often expressing the building's functional elements externally. Coined in 1953 by architects Alison and Peter Smithson, the style was intended to embody socialist ideals but has been met with significant criticism for its stark, uninviting designs and misalignment with community needs. Recent years have seen a revival of interest in the style, pushing for modern adaptations and greater appreciation of historical brutalist structures.
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