2023-12-19 20:13:34
Brutalism is back, but reimagined: in its new guise, the concept reveals itself to be more sophisticated than ever. Exposed structures, robust volumes, raw materials valued in their original appearance, unfinished surfaces, even exposed pipes and wiring… according to architect Mona Singal, founding partner of Rua 141 Arquitetura, in São Paulo, all these elements make up the style, which has as its principle the rescue of architecture in its purest state.
After all, do we necessarily need to camouflage construction elements? At the center of brutalist ideology is precisely the opposite of this proposal: the liberating possibility of leaving everything exposed – especially the raw and expressive beauty of the building as it is.
Considered an offshoot of modernism, brutalist architecture is an architectural style that emerged in the early 1950s, in the context of post-war Europe – when entire countries needed to be rebuilt as quickly and cheaply as possible – and had global relevance until the end of the 1970s.
Following the premise of privileging maximum constructive functionality over the use of adornments then perceived as unnecessary, the movement also has its origins deeply linked to Le Corbusier (1883-1965), one of the most influential architects of the 20th century, especially when this becomes a pioneer by exploring the infinite possibilities of a material that until that moment remained hidden.
Yes, we are talking about concrete, and for good reason. Even the name “brutalism” comes from there: the word is nothing more than a derivation of the French expression “gross cement”, which in Portuguese can be translated as “raw concrete” or, in technical language, simply “apparent concrete”.
In the 21st century, a new version of brutalism emerges – decor trend straight from Milan – and of course the seductive look of concrete remains one of the stars of the movement.
Nowadays, however, we know that the intense gray effect, favored by modern people, does not need to be restricted to structural solutions. In the current context, porcelain options are highlighted that express with sincere devotion the original appearance of the gross cementlike Sampa Cimento, a favorite of Decortiles, available in satin or slip-resistant versions (suitable for outdoor areas), in sizes 90x90cm, 120x120cm and 60x120cm.
In addition to the concrete effect, products inspired by the strength of natural raw materials, such as rocks and metals, also have a guaranteed place in the spotlight of contemporary brutalist aesthetics.
This is the case of the Magma collection, inspired by the power of the fire element, which features porcelain tiles on whose rustic surface, the effect of the fusion between stone and solidified lava creates a powerful look, full of colors and textures that invite touch. Four colors make up the series: Camel, Terracotta, Slate and Agave. While the first two lean towards earthy tones, Slate offers the classic look of black stones. Agave, in turn, presents dark green nuances that refer to the unique personality of slate, one of the most abundant Brazilian rocks. The pieces in the 60x120cm format are recommended for use in external areas and, unlike natural stones such as slate, they have the advantage of being resistant to slipping.
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