Brutalism, for those who don't know, is a philosophy of design that's all about embracing the raw, unrefined, and unapologetic. It's like the anti-aesthetic of architecture and art. In this subculture, we'll explore the best ways to apply brutalist principles to your everyday life.
Read the Manifesto for a detailed explanation of the core principles of Brutalism, including the importance of:
Brutalists believe that form should be unapologetic, unrefined, and unashamed. Think of it like a raw concrete slab with a few holes drilled into it.
Don't be afraid to use right angles, sharp corners, and orthogonal shapes. The world needs more rectangles, not swoopy, curvy nonsense.
Use materials that are raw, unpolished, and unadulterated. Like, have you ever seen a raw concrete slab? That's what we're talking about.
Embrace the mistakes, the flaws, and the imperfections. That's where the beauty lies, folks.
Here are some ways to apply brutalist principles to your everyday life:
Take your living room and turn it into a brutalist's paradise. Think exposed ductwork, raw concrete, and lots of sharp angles.
Ditch your fancy designer clothes and opt for functional, unrefined attire. Like, who needs fancy threads when you can wear a jumpsuit made from a grain sack?
Forget fancy recipes and opt for simple, uncompromising meals like raw meat and vegetables or just plain old rice and beans.
Ditch your fancy dinner plates and eat from a concrete slab. Bonus points if you use a metal folding table.
Forget spices and herbs and stick to just salt and pepper. That's all you need, folks!
Don't worry about presentation, just dump that mess on your plate and call it a meal.
Want more information? Check out our Brutalist Cooking Guide for more tips on how to apply brutalist principles to your kitchen.
Or, if you're interested in learning more about the philosophy behind brutalism, check out our Brutalist Philosophy Subpage