brutalism

ˈbruːtəˌlɪzəm

Definitions

1. noun

A style of architecture characterized by the use of raw concrete and a rejection of ornamentation.

“The brutalist design of the new skyscraper has been a subject of controversy among local residents.”

Synonyms

  • functionalism
  • minimalism

Antonyms

  • eclecticism
  • ornateness