Brutalisim is an architectural movement that emerged in Europe in the 1960s and became one of the most controversial yet popular styles worldwide. This was due to various factors, including its use of raw concrete and, more broadly, its ideals focused on public service through monumental works. Furthermore, it became a new medium for expressing contemporary political stances through functional public spaces.
By the late 1960s, Brutalism was adopted in Australia, giving rise to various civic, cultural, and residential projects that, over time, have been criticized, demolished, or forgotten. In response, BudgetDirect set out to map these architectural landmarks built on the core values of Brutalism.
This mapping focuses on Australia's coastal cities, particularly Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney, Adelaide, Perth, Brisbane, and Cairns. Read on to explore the series of images accompanied by brief descriptions provided by BudgetDirect.
