5.5 KEY REASONS FOR CHOOSING BRUTALISM

v. Monochromatic palette vi. Use of raw exposed concrete exteriors vii. Rough, unfinished surfaces viii. Use of modern materials such as steel, glass, stone, gabions ix. Largeness of scale and muscular character x. Off form concrete construction

xi. Large areas of blank wall xii. Diagonal, Sloping or strong curved elements contrasting with horizontal or vertical members

Figure 56 Key Elements of Brutalism

5.5 KEY REASONS FOR CHOOSING BRUTALISM

i. It is termed as a style of architecture which was a symbol of honesty and simplicity, which is a perfect backdrop to serve welfare to the inhabitants.