Brutalist buildings are characterised by minimalist constructions that showcase the bare building materials and structural elements over decorative design. The style commonly makes use of exposed, unpainted concrete or brick, angular geometric shapes and a predominantly monochrome colour palette; other materials, such as steel, timber, and glass, are also featured.

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Wikipedia contributors, "Brutalist architecture," Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia 

(accessed July 2, 2021).

 

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Two well known examples of this style can be found in Toronto:

 

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To learn more:

 

https://www.architecture.com/explore-architecture/brutalism

 

http://www.ontarioarchitecture.com/Brutalist.htm

 

https://www.thesitemagazine.com/read/toronto-a-brutalist-city

 

https://sites.google.com/site/buildingwatching/styles/brutalism-1

 

https://mymodernmet.com/brutalist-architecture/

 

https://www.edmontonsarchitecturalheritage.ca/architectural-styles/brutalist/

 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brutalist_architecture

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Blumenson, John. Ontario Architecture: A Guide to Styles and Building 1784 to the Present. Markham, Ont.: Fitzhenry & Whiteside, 1990.