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Article created by: Gabija Palšytė

Angular, geometric shapes, hard edges, and monolithic constructions. You are either in a Lego set or looking at an example of brutalist architecture. It’s a devise style, with some seeing it as the pinnacle of function over form, while others just think of endless, soulless commie blocks, with rotting, exposed concrete.

To convert those with less positive impressions of brutalism and showcase the best of this design, the Instagram account brutbuilds gathers some of the best examples. So scroll down, upvote your favorites, and be sure to comment on the designs that surprised you. If you want to see some other examples of brutalist design, Bored Panda has you covered, so check out our other article here. 

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#1

High Altitude Meteorological Observatory. . . Border Poland / Czech Republic

Person shining light on a circular brutalism building structure in a foggy snowy landscape at night.

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    Les Etoiles

    Brutalist architecture with green rooftop gardens and interconnected concrete structures in an urban city setting.

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    Chuvash State Opera And Ballet Theater, 1985, Russia

    Large brutalism style concrete building at dusk with police car and person walking on snow-covered street.

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    Round House

    Aerial view of a circular brutalism apartment complex surrounded by trees with a sports court in the center.

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    The Iron Fountain . . . Polytechnic University Of Gyumri

    Massive brutalism architectural structure with sharp, geometric metal elements, showcasing brutalism design from around the globe.

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    Ponte City Apartments, Johannesburg, South Africa

    Interior view of a circular brutalism building with repetitive window patterns and concrete design elements.

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    Brutal Shore

    Massive brutalism concrete structures forming a waterfront barrier with geometric shapes over calm water.

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    Niterói Contemporary Art Museum

    Brutalism architecture example with a futuristic white structure overlooking a beach surrounded by trees and cliffs

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    Mcbrutal Please

    Snow-covered landscape with a brutalism style building and large yellow arches near a road in winter.

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    #10

    London Aquatics Centre . . . 2014

    Indoor swimming pool with a brutalist concrete ceiling featuring geometric skylights and clean architectural lines.

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    Japan Brutalism

    Concrete grid structure with grass growing in sections, showcasing an incredible example of brutalism architecture design.

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    Renaissance Center

    Brutalism architecture featuring concrete columns, hanging planters, and lush greenery in a multi-level indoor space.

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    Edificio Fiesp, São Paulo, Brazil

    Brutalist architecture example with a large angular concrete building surrounded by modern urban structures and cars.

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    Nakagin Capsule Tower . . Tokyo. . 1972

    Brutalist architecture featuring modular concrete units with circular windows and weathered rusty towers in the background

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    Rusted Brutalism

    Person standing in front of a large rust-colored brutalism building with angular geometric shapes and windows.

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    Amphitheater Museum

    Modern brutalism interior with curved concrete walls and a bench illuminated by orange light through a large window.

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    Brutal Man

    Man sitting on red couch in a curved balcony inside a brutalism building with concrete pillars and railings

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    #18

    Control Room

    Brutalist control room with green consoles, multiple screens, and a geometric patterned ceiling in an industrial setting.

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    Hyatt Regency, San Francisco

    Aerial view of a brutalism architectural building with geometric design, surrounded by high-rise city skyscrapers at sunset.

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    Disney Contemporary Hotel

    Interior view of a brutalism-style building featuring a monorail, geometric design, and retro dining area with bold decor.

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    Cbr Cement Company, Headquarters In Brussels

    Brutalism architecture with rounded concrete frames and reflective orange windows against a clear sky and tree reflections.

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    Concrete Acoustic Sound Mirrors . . . 1920s

    Large brutalism concrete structure with curved indentation set on grassy hill with cloudy sky in the background.

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    UFO In Bulgaria

    Brutalist building on snowy hilltop at sunset with dark sky, showcasing an incredible example of brutalism architecture globally.

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    1970 Lancia Stratos Zero Concept

    Orange vintage car parked under brutalist concrete structure with greenery visible in the background showcasing brutalism architecture.

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    Kyoto Conference Center

    Brutalist architectural interior featuring concrete walls and angular ceiling with minimalist seating and soft lighting.

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    #26

    Yellow | Brutal

    Minimalist brutalism architecture featuring a yellow outdoor staircase carved into a smooth concrete wall with plants.

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    #27

    Damsel In Distress. . . Wroclaw, Manhattan

    Woman standing on a curved concrete balcony of a brutalism building with textured walls and rounded window edges.

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    Niterói Contemporary Art Museum, Oscar Niemeyer, 1996

    Curved ramp leading to a futuristic brutalism building by the water with hills in the background and visitors walking around.

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    World Waterpark. . . Edmonton, Alberta. . Canada

    Indoor waterpark with brutalism architecture featuring concrete structures and flowing lazy river surrounded by tropical plants.

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    1980 Trevior Fiore Citroen Karin

    Futuristic vintage cars with sharp lines and geometric shapes displayed indoors, showcasing brutalism design influence.

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