How Brutalist Buildings Trick You With Concrete

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Get a free bag of fresh coffee with any Trade subscription at https://www.drinktrade.com/stewarthicks __Thank You__ + Thanks to Mireille Roddier and Marina Bourderonnet, for lending their French expertise. + Marina's podcast (Second Studio Podcast) https://www.secondstudiopod.com/ + Marina's firm (FAME): https://www.famearchitects.com/ + Mireille's firm (Mitnick Roddier): https://mitnick-roddier.com/ + Video co-produced and edited by Evan Montgomery __Watch this video ad free AND the next video on Nebula two weeks before Youtube! https://nebula.tv/join?product_id=price_1Lb8cWIQs5kxeFxpAGYzC0MN + Next video: https://nebula.tv/videos/stewarthicks-the-rise-of-fake-cities __Description__ As an architecture professor, I'm diving into the often misunderstood world of Brutalist architecture. Think of me as your guide through the stark, concrete landscapes that stir up strong feelings. We're tackling everything from the commanding presence of Boston City Hall to the unforgettable works of Le Corbusier, shedding light on why these "concrete beasts" spark such debate. I'll walk you through five key points that either make you nod in admiration or truly understand why some people love this style. We'll start with the real story behind the term 'Brutalism', dive into its roots in utopian socialism, and discuss why concrete isn't just practical—it's pivotal. By comparing Brutalist buildings' lasting, textured exteriors with the ephemeral nature of modern construction, we'll wrap up with a lively talk on Brutalism's role in both movies and the architectural world. This video is for everyone: whether you're a Brutalism enthusiast, skeptic, or just curious about architecture. Prepare to see Brutalism in a new light, much like Chicago's own Malort, it's an acquired taste that's definitely worth exploring. Don't forget to hit like, share, and subscribe for more distinctive perspectives on architecture and design. Your support enables us to deliver top-notch content that cuts through the conventional chatter. #Brutalism #Architecture #DesignDebate __Membership__ Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYAm24PkejQR2xMgJgn7xwg/join __About the Channel__ Architecture with Stewart is a YouTube journey exploring architecture’s deep and enduring stories in all their bewildering glory. Weekly videos and occasional live events breakdown a wide range of topics related to the built environment in order to increase their general understanding and advocate their importance in shaping the world we inhabit. __About Me__ Stewart Hicks is an architectural design educator that leads studios and lecture courses as an Associate Professor in the School of Architecture at the University of Illinois at Chicago. He also serves as an Associate Dean in the College of Architecture, Design, and the Arts and is the co-founder of the practice Design With Company. His work has earned awards such as the Architecture Record Design Vanguard Award or the Young Architect’s Forum Award and has been featured in exhibitions such as the Chicago Architecture Biennial and Design Miami, as well as at the V&A Museum and Tate Modern in London. His writings can be found in the co-authored book Misguided Tactics for Propriety Calibration, published with the Graham Foundation, as well as essays in MONU magazine, the AIA Journal Manifest, Log, bracket, and the guest-edited issue of MAS Context on the topic of character architecture. __Contact__ FOLLOW me on instagram: @stewart_hicks & @designwithco Design With Company: https://designwith.co University of Illinois at Chicago School of Architecture: https://arch.uic.edu/ __Special Thanks__ Stock video and imagery provided by Getty Images, Storyblocks, and Shutterstock. Music provided by Epidemic Sound #architecture #urbandesign