Brutalist architecture in London
Roberta
- Region:
- London
- Notice Period:
- Short (maybe less than one month's notice)
- Type:
- Hobby
- Fee:
- Paid: £25 online
- Category:
- Humanities
- Updated:
- 13th June 2025
- Tagged:
- Architecture | London | History; | Art
Born from the French term béton brut—meaning raw concrete—Brutalism emerged in the post-WWII era thanks to visionary architect Le Corbusier. British architects embraced this bold, modernist style, giving it a unique twist that shaped icons like the Royal Festival Hall in the 1950s and the striking residential towers of the 1960s and '70s. Once dismissed as cold and ugly, Brutalism is now having a major revival. Love it or hate it, it's impossible to ignore—so let’s take a fresh look at this powerful architectural movement. Bring your questions and thoughts—there’ll be plenty of time for discussion. Join me!
Views: 1329 | Enquiries: 5About Roberta
Roberta’s love for art and architecture borders on "obsession"—and she’s happily embraced it! Her special passion lies in Modernist architecture, which led her to earn a Graduate Certificate with distinction in History of Art and Architecture from Birkbeck University. That was actually her second degree—her first career is in Economics, with over 20 years of experience in the fast-paced world of financial markets. Now, she channels her energy into making art and architecture not just informative, but fun, relatable and engaging for everyone. She’s the founder of Art Tours with a Theme – ART wiT, a London-based project offering themed tours and talks that bring the city’s creativity to life. You can follow her curated art and architecture adventures on Instagram @artwit_london and Facebook @artwitlondon.
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