The Brutalist houses They are present worldwide. From Mexico to Australia and Belgium, brutalism flourished from the 1950s, starting with England. The damage caused by World War II promoted a rapid reconstruction effort to create a more progressive and fair society. More than a architectural movementbrutalism arose as part of these social changes. It is reflected in the open use of raw concrete as the main construction material, whose environmental impact is no longer questioned today. The scale of brutalism buildings is common, especially with regard to public spaces. Common areas are oversized, and air catwalks and atriums in the hearts of buildings are also very common. Natural light is filtered through prominent Claraboyas, and openings usually give way to views of a green exterior by nature, or gardeners or aquatic elements.
These aspects reveal a movement that intended to focus on a certain well -being, despite a clear break with the delicacy of the style Beaux-arts that preceded it. The first architects of brutalist movement They wanted to contribute to improve human experience making vital spaces more accessible, beyond their private domain. Today, these idealistic aspirations have rapidly run into the reality of the limited functionality of these volumes. Beyond the historical legacy, we invite you to discover the interiors of some of the most beautiful residences that have preserved the simple and massive forms that we attribute to the brutalist aesthetics.