Definition
Brutalism emphasizes exposed materials and monolithic forms. In India, it shaped institutional landmarks like Chandigarh's Capitol Complex and IIM Ahmedabad.
Why it matters
Brutalism remains a major reference for institutional, educational, and increasingly residential projects valuing material truth and low maintenance.
Key points
- •'Béton brut' — raw concrete left as cast.
- •Heavy massing, deep recesses, sculptural circulation.
- •Often pairs concrete with brick, stone, and timber.
Examples
- ›Capitol Complex, Chandigarh (Le Corbusier).
- ›IIM Ahmedabad (Louis Kahn).
- ›National Cooperative Development Corporation, Delhi (Kuldip Singh).