The film The Brutalist, nominated for 10 Oscars, serves as a catalyst for generating interest in 20th-century brutalist architecture. Enthusiasts hope that it will inspire action to protect threatened buildings, recalling the brutalist era from the 1950s to 1970s. Many shared their favorite structures, noting their architectural beauty and significance. One contributor, whose father was an architect, highlights how the aesthetic qualities of brutalist buildings contribute to community well-being compared to modern profit-driven designs. The shared passion reflects a growing concern over the loss of this distinct architectural heritage.
Many people capture brutalism in austere black and white, but I photograph when the sun is shining and the sky is blue to reflect the optimistic times many of these buildings were built in.
Most brutalist buildings were built for the public good compared to the privately funded buildings of today, where it's about profit, and access to the public is limited.
The Brutalist film aims to revive interest in 20th-century architectural heritage and stimulate efforts to protect at-risk brutalist structures.
The demolition of Birmingham Central Library made me realize brutalist buildings were in danger, prompting my efforts to photograph as many as possible.
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