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#52 Jonathan Pageau - The Problem With Secular Architecture

Within Reason

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The Perception of Brutalist Buildings and the Association with Ancient Structures

This chapter explores the perception of brutalist buildings and how it may be influenced by their association with ancient structures. The speakers compare the pyramids in Egypt to the Barbican in London, highlighting their shared geometric solid shapes. They discuss the universal quality of ancient art and its proportional relationships and human engagement.

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