# Brutalist Concrete Studios Rambert Dance Company Borrows From the Brutalist Movement By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-09-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rambert-dance-company References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2014/09/17/rambert-ballet-allies-morrison-architects-south-bank-london/) & [alliesandmorrison](http://www.alliesandmorrison.com/) Allies and Morrison Architects' design for the new Rambert Dance Company studio was heavily influenced by [Brutalist architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fj-apartment), a movement that followed the modernist architectural movement. Brutalist buildings are typically characterized by grand scale, exposed concrete and graphic expression. Similarly, the studio, which is located in London's South Bank, features a [precast concrete facade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rendezvous-apartment). The material was chosen so that the structure would create a relationship with the existing, and soon-to-be-existing, architecture of the area, such as the National Theater. Inside, the exposed concrete continues on walls, columns and stairwells, offering an effective contrast between the painted plasterboard and resin floors that made up the rest of the interior. Finally, a central courtyard allows natural light to enter the space, effectively brightening it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Brutalist Architecture Revival:** Businesses can explore opportunities in incorporating Brutalist design elements in modern architecture. - **Exposed Concrete Interiors:** Businesses can explore opportunities in utilizing exposed concrete in interior design for an industrial aesthetic. - **Integration with Existing Architecture:** Businesses can explore opportunities in integrating new buildings with the surrounding built environment for a cohesive design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architecture firms can explore opportunities in incorporating Brutalist design elements in their projects. - **Interior Design:** Interior design firms can explore opportunities in utilizing exposed concrete for an industrial aesthetic. - **Construction:** Construction companies can explore opportunities in integrating new buildings with the surrounding built environment for more cohesive design projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Brutalist-Inspired Suburban Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-rude.md) - [Industrial-Themed Dance Theaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sadlers-wells.md) - [Brutalist-Inspired Apartment Redesigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-est.md) - [Cast Concrete London Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bureau-de-change-1.md) - [Textural Brick Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beam-cultural-center.md) - [Exposed Concrete Factory Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mallcom-factory.md) - [Brutalist Museum Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cantabrian-maritime-museum.md) - [Brutalist Concrete Tower Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-noju.md) - [Barre Studio Interior Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lean-studio.md)