Rethinking raw concrete: Exploring the ideals behind brutalist architecture

Publication Type	Web Article
Year of Publication	2009
Authors	Josefsson, Kira
Source	The McGill Daily
Volume	98
Issue	42
Date Published	March 23
Key Words	Brutalism; Rudolph; Paul Marvin; 1918-1997
Abstract	This article, which briefly mentions Paul Rudolph, is a concise but detailed description of Brutalism as practiced by mid-20th century architects. It particularly addresses brutalist architecture on college and university campuses.
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On New York City, 1959
“We need sequences of space which arouse one’s curiosity, give a sense of anticipation, which beckon and impel us to rush forward and find that releasing space which dominates, which climaxes and acts as a magnet and gives direction. This is well illustrated by the Fifth Avenue entrance to Rockefeller Plaza, where one strides forward in anticipation of seeing the sunken court and its activities. Most important of all we need those outer spaces which encourage social contact, again well illustrated by Rockefeller Plaza, the best outdoor living room in America.” Rudolph, Paul Marvin, 1918-1997. "The Changing Face of New York." American Institute of Architects. Journal 131 (April 1959): 39.

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Rethinking raw concrete: Exploring the ideals behind brutalist architecture

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