Against The Grain: Neo-Brutalist Philosophy

Disrupting the Norms of Traditional Architecture

"The ultimate goal of Against the Grain is to challenge the status quo, to break free from the shackles of conformity, to create something that is truly, unapologetically, and unapologetically yours." - Neo-Brutalist Manifesto

Read the Neo-Brutalist Manifesto

We believe in:

• Rejection of traditional notions of taste and aesthetics
• Emphasis on functionality over form
• Unapologetic use of clashing colors
• Disruption of the status quo, one building at a time

Learn more about the Tenets of Against the Grain

Some notable works of Against the Grain include:

• The infamous "Boulder Building" in downtown Neo-Brutalia
• The "Squash" in the Neo-Brutalist quarter
• The "Cinderblock" in the heart of Neo-Brutalville

View more case studies of Against the Grain's most notable works