1 / 7The Brutalists: Brutalism's Best Architects
The Brutalists: Brutalism's Best Architects is a 368-page English-language survey of more than 250 historic and contemporary architects, pairing profiles with images of Brutalist buildings. Its alphabetical approach and international scope suit readers looking for a broad reference rather than a focused account of one architect or place.
At a glance
- Profiles more than 250 historic and contemporary architects, arranged alphabetically.
- Combines 350 images with examples of more than 200 buildings, spanning work from 1936 to the present day.
- Includes internationally recognised architects as well as less familiar and previously neglected figures.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The broad, international selection makes it useful for browsing architects beyond the most familiar names.
- Alphabetical organisation offers a straightforward way to look up a particular architect.
- The substantial image selection gives readers visual examples alongside the profiles.
Cons
- Its breadth means it is not presented as a detailed, single-architect study or a guide limited to one region.
Technical specifications
14 specifications| Publisher | Phaidon Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 2 Mar. 2023 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 368 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1838665633 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1838665630 |
| Architects featured | more than 250 historic and contemporary architects |
|---|---|
| Images | 350 stunning images |
| Buildings represented | more than 200 iconic Brutalist buildings |
| Work covered | from 1936 to the present day |
| Organisation | organised alphabetically |
| Dimensions | 21.46 x 3.81 x 30.1 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 2.05 kg |
What to know before buying
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Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in Brutalist architecture and its architects across different countries and periods.
- Architecture students, researchers and design enthusiasts wanting an illustrated reference for browsing.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a focused biography of one architect or a geographically narrow survey.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the book cover?
It profiles more than 250 historic and contemporary architects and presents examples of more than 200 Brutalist buildings, with work covered from 1936 to the present day.
How is the book organised?
The architect profiles are organised alphabetically, which can help readers find a named architect.
Is this an English-language edition?
Yes. The listed language is English, and the edition is identified as the 1st.
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